Coerte Voorhees

Filmmakers unveiled an AI-generated Val Kilmer for "As Deep as the Grave," a historical drama. Working with Kilmer's children and SAG-AFTRA, they ethically recreated the late actor's performance. Kilmer's estate consented and was compensated, drawing parallels to actors portraying historical figures. The film, featuring Kilmer for over an hour, is slated for release this year.

Val Kilmer is set to make a posthumous return to the big screen using AI technology in the upcoming film "As Deep as the Grave." His estate has granted permission for his digital replication, allowing the generative AI version of the actor to portray Father Fintan, a role he was unable to film due to declining health before his passing.

SAG-AFTRA has acknowledged the use of AI to recreate the late actor Val Kilmer in 'As Deep as the Grave', confirming consent was obtained from his estate and children. The film's director and Kilmer's daughter emphasized his desire to be part of the project, utilizing archival footage and AI-generated voice to honor his legacy and storytelling vision.