The AI in Soderbergh’s Lennon documentary caused an uproar at Cannes. The filmmaker explains

# Filmmaker Steven Soderbergh Used AI to Fill Gaps in His New John Lennon Documentary Director Steven Soderbergh created a new documentary about John Lennon's final interview using AI to generate visuals when he didn't have existing footage to match the audio—a choice that sparked debate at the Cannes Film Festival. Rather than leave silent gaps or use unrelated images, Soderbergh opted to have AI create scenes that aligned with what Lennon and Yoko Ono were discussing in their candid two-hour conversation from the day Lennon died in 1980. The decision highlights a growing tension in filmmaking between using new AI tools for practical storytelling needs and concerns about authenticity and how audiences should understand what they're watching.