Tilly Norwood and the Dawn of the AI-Actor Era

An in-depth look at AI-generated 'actor' Tilly Norwood, who headlines the upcoming film Misaligned, a test case for AI-assisted cinema set in a fictional 'Tillyverse'. While her creator says AI can augment human craft and reduce production costs, the project has drawn backlash from flesh-and-blood actors and unions who warn that AI can mimic performers without permission or compensation. Prominent figures weigh in—some skeptical about whether Norwood can act—ending with questions about whether cinema is already entering an AI-driven future.