Andrew Garfield set to portray Sam Altman in new drama ‘Artificial'
Luca Guadagnino, the acclaimed director behind Call Me By Your Name and Challengers , is gearing up to direct a gripping new film titled Artificial , starring reportedly Andrew Garfield.
This film will be centred on the dramatic 2023 saga at OpenAI.
The film will recount the extraordinary events surrounding the brief firing and swift rehiring of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Andrew Garfield is reportedly circling the lead role of Altman himself.
This project marks a swift pivot for Guadagnino, who was previously slated to direct the DC Studios film Sgt. Rock , now postponed, according to The Hollywood Reporter.
With Artificial , Guadagnino moves from war stories to the cutting-edge world of artificial intelligence. He will bring a sharp, cinematic eye to a real-life corporate thriller that captivated the tech world and beyond.
Andrew Garfield, fresh from his role opposite Florence Pugh in We Live in Time , will soon to appear in Guadagnino's upcoming After the Hunt .
The actor is no stranger to complex, layered characters. His involvement promises a compelling portrayal of Altman.
Altman's 2023 ousting from OpenAI sparked a revolt among employees and investors, culminating in his reinstatement after just five days.
Joining Garfield are Monica Barbaro, known for her scene-stealing role in A Complete Unknown . Monica is expected to play OpenAI's chief technology officer Mira Murati.
Yura Borisov, the breakout star from Anora , will portray Ilya Sutskever, the co-founder who initially pushed for Altman's removal.
Simon Rich pens the screenplay, describing it as a comedic drama that blends humour with the high-stakes tension of AI's rapidly evolving landscape
The production is racing ahead at Amazon MGM Studios, with filming planned for this summer in San Francisco and Italy.
This rapid timeline reflects the urgency and relevance of the story. The story can resonate strongly with people familiar with the global impact of AI technology and corporate governance.
David Heyman and Jeffrey Clifford of Heyday Films are producing alongside Rich and Jennifer Fox, with Amazon MGM backing the project.
Luca Guadagnino has established a strong collaboration with Amazon MGM by directing Challengers and the upcoming After the Hunt for the studio.
Garfield commented on the project. 'Portraying Sam Altman offers a rare chance to explore the human side of a tech revolution that's reshaping our world.
It's a story about leadership, trust, and the power of ideas — themes that resonate everywhere, including here in South Africa.'
With a reported budget of around R350 million (converted from approximately $20 million USD), the filmmakers have positioned Artificial to become a major cinematic event.
This film may offer a fascinating glimpse into the global AI debate, humanising the figures behind the headlines.
It can also allow people to explore the ethical and personal challenges at the heart of technological innovation.
Artificial promises to be a must-watch, combining star power, a topical story, and a director renowned for his emotional depth and visual flair.
As filming gears up, all eyes will be on Garfield and Guadagnino to deliver a film that captures the zeitgeist of the AI era with wit and insight.
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