Danny Boyle Confirms Use of AI in Film Ink to Animate Historical Images
Director Danny Boyle confirmed that generative AI was used for about 30 seconds in his film Ink to animate old photographs and create images of mice. The film, depicting the rise of British tabloid The Sun and media mogul Rupert Murdoch, premiered at Venice and Telluride festivals. Boyle emphasized AI as a useful tool when used respectfully, advocating for actor compensation if replaced by AI. He also highlighted AI's benefits for animal representation, referencing past controversies over live animals in his films.
First-hand measurement across 2 sources
We measured how 2 outlets covered this story. No outlet gave this story a measurable political slant — there is no left–right reading to report. Overall sentiment is neutral (56/100). Lens Score 32/100.
Outlets measured: thetelegraph, wion. See how each one headlined and framed the same story in the source comparison below.
AI Analysis
Sentiment was consistent across outlets (50–52/100), indicating broadly factual reporting rather than editorialising.
Coverage timeline
wion broke this story on 6 Sept, 02:35 am. Other outlets followed.
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