Ben Affleck used artificial intelligence extensively in his Netflix film "Animals," which premieres October 9. Affleck co-wrote, directed, and starred in the project. He stated that he "did use" AI "for lots of things" during production, though he did not specify which aspects of filmmaking benefited from the technology.
The revelation comes after Affleck sold his AI firm to Netflix earlier this year. Despite incorporating AI tools, Affleck characterized "Animals" as fundamentally human-centered. "It's a very human movie," he said, suggesting that the technology served as a production aid rather than defining the creative vision.
Affleck's willingness to deploy AI in his filmmaking reflects broader industry adoption of the technology. His comments indicate Netflix's interest in exploring how artificial intelligence can streamline production workflows while maintaining artistic integrity. The specifics of which production elements utilized AI remain undisclosed.
The film marks a significant step in demonstrating practical applications of the AI technology Affleck brought to Netflix through his recent acquisition. As the streaming platform continues investing in content, the use of AI tools in major productions signals Netflix's confidence in these technologies as legitimate creative and logistical assets.
"Animals" represents Affleck's continued work behind the camera following his previous directorial efforts. The October 9 release will provide audiences with the first major Netflix project to publicly showcase the integration of AI in a star-driven production.