Grimes to lend likeness and voice to AI sci-fi anthology hitting theaters in December

Pop star Grimes has agreed to appear in Gods Don’t Give Gifts, a science-fiction film generated by AI. She will contribute both her digital likeness and her vocal performance to the project. The movie is set to open in theaters on December 4. It is being promoted as the first AI-generated film to receive a wide theatrical release.

Fable, the studio producing the film, issued a press release regarding the casting choice. The company stated that using an actor’s likeness alongside their spoken vocal performance will likely become standard practice in AI animation. Fable predicted that audiences would increasingly see musicians, athletes, and actors providing vocal performances for their digital doubles in future films.

The film is directed by Jack London, who works online under the handle Gossip Goblin. Gods Don’t Give Gifts is an anthology set in a future where human bodies are disposable and consciousness is a commodity. The plot follows four connected stories that collide to show the consequences of humanity’s attempt to move beyond physical form. These themes of transhumanism and artificial intelligence align with Grimes’ previous creative work. She is also currently developing an AI-themed album called Psy Opera.

The involvement of a major music artist adds a layer of public interest to a project that many in the industry view as a test of commercial viability. Previous AI-generated films have struggled to find an audience. Two different AI adaptations of The Odyssey, one of which was created using Elon Musk’s Grok model, have been released. Both projects received mixed reviews and failed to establish AI as a standard storytelling tool in Hollywood.

A trailer for the film has been released, showing clips of Grimes’ character. The release date is fixed for the first weekend of December. The film will compete with other holiday releases for screen space and audience attention.