What does the first AI actress mean for Godly creativity?

Writer Sophie Dianne examines the rise of an AI actress and what it means for human creativity, questioning how technology challenges the divine gift of artistic expression.

In September, Deadline reported that Dutch producer, writer and actress, Eline Van de Velden had started an AI talent studio, Xicoia and it was in talks with several talent agents, interested in ‘signing’ its first AI actress.

Tilly Norwood, as she’s been named, is a photo-realistic depiction of a flawless young woman, with long brown hair and a tiny waist. Van de Velden believes Norwood could be the next Scarlett Johansson, much to the dismay of Hollywood’s elite, who have reacted negatively to this technological announcement.

Oscar winning Actress Ariana DeBos grew up in a Catholic home, and believes her purpose is to help others, to heal through art, she wants other women to see themselves in the roles she plays. So having learnt about Van de Valden’s plans she had this to say: “The artistry and dedication and real lived human experiences of SAG-AFTRA performers is what has fuelled the motion picture industry for more than a century. Synthetic performers, on the other hand, are created using technology that is only as effective as the content it is trained on.”