deadpool and wolverine Screenwriter Rhett Reese has commented on what the rapidly developing tools mean for Hollywood after his viral artificial intelligence video depicting a surreal fight scene between Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt.
A short AI-generated clip shared by filmmaker Ruairi Robinson sparked the discussion. Later on, more variations were revealed, with various differences in characters, speech, and camera angles. All iterations take place in the same desolate rooftop setting, and the combat dynamics remain largely the same.
Respond to clips via ×, Reese claimed that this technology would soon allow a single person to produce a feature film that would rival a major studio release. he said: ”I hate saying that. It’s probably the end for us.” Check out this clip and Reese’s comments below.
Reese said in a follow-up post the next day, February 11th:
Soon, one person will be able to sit down at a computer and create a movie that will be indistinguishable from anything Hollywood is releasing today. Of course, it’s no good if that person is no good. But if that person had the talent and flair of Christopher Nolan (and such people will emerge quickly), it would be tremendous.
He then followed up with another post shortly after.
Hollywood has long acted as a gatekeeper, keeping young and poor people away from creative outlets. When young people with no capital try to impress Hollywood, they use tools like this. And young Chris Nolan will be among them. And something amazing will emerge.
This debate will continue among creators, studios, and unions as generated video technology advances rapidly. For example, in the comments of this post, X users’ opinions on this video are still mixed, with some saying it’s scary and others saying it’s not good quality.
Reese’s comments come as the industry continues to debate artificial intelligence in film production, which intensified during the 2023 strike. Both screenwriters and actors sought protections that would limit how studios can use AI to generate scripts or digitally recreate performers’ likenesses without compensation or approval.
Although these clips are smaller than what a real Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt action movie could be, they do show how sequences and performances can be created without actual large-scale production resources, staff, and of course, live actors.
This technology may be best suited for small, independent projects. Some filmmakers and screenwriters don’t have access to the resources to create the kind of work that large studios do. These tools can give them the opportunity to step outside of the traditional big money system.
Although generative filmmaking technology continues to advance, the industry remains uncertain about its long-term impact. Reese’s comments capture the tension of that back-and-forth, warning once again about how AI could disrupt traditional jobs, while also suggesting that AI could lower barriers to entry for new creators.
