Luca Guadagnino’s upcoming film, Artificial, potentially includes a character inspired by Elon Musk. The comedy, starring Andrew Garfield, revolves around OpenAI and features Ilya Sutskever, co-founder of the organization, portrayed by Yura Borisov. The narrative explores Sutskever’s betrayal by his ambitious friend, Sam Altman, the CEO of OpenAI, depicted as a manipulative figure. Elon Musk, though not a central character, will be represented in a way that may not please him; a line involving former CTO Mira Murati, played by Monica Barbaro, suggests a complex dynamic. Matthew Belloni notes that this portrayal could echo the negative impact of The Social Network on Facebook, given its risky depiction of influential tech figures. Amazon’s decision to produce Artificial is seen as a bold move, particularly as it critiques the ethical implications of artificial intelligence. Monica Barbaro also shares insights about collaborating with her partner, Andrew Garfield, in this intriguing project.
