Martin Scorsese accused of ‘throwing artists under bus’ with AI storyboards
Martin Scorsese has faced criticism for his use of AI-generated storyboards, which he claims enhances communication with his creative team. While he defends the technology as a tool for creativity, many artists in the industry feel betrayed by his endorsement of AI. This controversy highlights the ongoing debate about the role of AI in the creative process.
- ▪Scorsese has invested in an AI company and uses it to create storyboards.
- ▪He argues that AI allows for clearer communication of his vision to cast and crew.
- ▪Many artists have expressed anger, claiming Scorsese is undermining their work.
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Martin Scorsese attends the Casino 30th anniversary screening during the 2025 Tribeca festival in New York. Photograph: Michael Loccisano/Getty Images for Tribeca festivalView image in fullscreenMartin Scorsese attends the Casino 30th anniversary screening during the 2025 Tribeca festival in New York. Photograph: Michael Loccisano/Getty Images for Tribeca festivalMoviesMartin Scorsese accused of ‘throwing artists under bus’ with AI storyboardsThe director defends investment in and use of AI-generated storyboards, saying the immediacy of communicating his vision to cast and crew is ‘creatively freeing’Andrew PulverWed 3 Jun 2026 09.42 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleMartin Scorsese’s announcement that he has invested in an AI company and uses the technology to create storyboards has…
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