Hollywood studios are reportedly shying away from distributing Luca Guadagnino's biographical drama 'Artificial', about OpenAI CEO Sam Altman. Amazon MGM’s sudden withdrawal has left the project in limbo, with Neon and Mubi still interested but the industry's reluctance raising concerns.

The decision follows a $50 billion investment by Amazon into OpenAI. While studios like A24 have partnered with gen AI for tech development, critics fear this could lead to films that avoid critiquing tech executives or their creation.

Artificial chronicles Altman’s tumultuous period at OpenAI, including his firing and subsequent reinstatement. The project aligns with recent Hollywood trends on tech titans but highlights concerns over censorship in the face of Big Tech influence.

This trend is part of a broader shift where major studios are increasingly integrating gen AI into their operations. While such tools promise efficiency, they may also curtail artistic freedom and critical examination of technology's role in society.