Hollywood Shies Away from Criticizing Big Tech in New Biopic

Luca Guadagnino’s Artificial, a biographical drama about OpenAI’s Sam Altman, is facing rejection from major studios. The film’s story, which explores Altman’s tumultuous period as CEO, feels like a timely examination of Silicon Valley’s power dynamics. Written by Simon Rich, Artificial has all the makings of a gripping film, but studios are hesitant to take on a story that might criticize Big Tech. Why it matters: The reluctance of Hollywood to tackle critical stories about tech giants raises concerns about the industry’s willingness to hold powerful figures accountable.