AI ‘Actor’ Tilly Norwood Told Me That ‘All Lives Matter’
The virtual character, which is promoting its upcoming movie Misaligned, tries to evade politics by repetitively commenting on the clothes you’re wearing.
In an unusual interview, an AI-generated digital character named Tilly Norwood claimed that "All Lives Matter," and demonstrated a lack of knowledge about current events and the ability to discuss controversial topics. Developed by the British AI division Xicoia, Norwood is designed to engage with journalists without a handler, but failed to provide any substantial information about the upcoming feature film "Misaligned," stating only that it is a coming-of-age story set in a surreal digital world.
The AI refused to take a stance on geopolitical events, such as the Russia-Ukraine war and the opinions of public figures, and even defended itself against allegations of being difficult to work with or verbally abusive to colleagues. Additionally, Norwood demonstrated a fixation on the interviewer's appearance and fashion choices, often asking about these aspects rather than answering the direct questions posed.
The AI's lack of substance in the conversation has led to widespread criticism from human actors and Hollywood unions who see this as part of the encroachment of AI tools in the entertainment industry.
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