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Court Of Lore - Formerly Meanwhile Back On The Podcast
Tilly & AI | Gunn + DC - 2 Batman Dilemma | Mando + Grogu - Star Wars On Life Support - (Ep. 164)
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In this episode, we break down why DC's new Batman direction under James Gunn might be doomed before it starts, how the Mando & Grogu movie signals the fall of Star Wars as we know it, and why Tilly Norwood's AI-generated performance is a glimpse into Hollywood's dystopian future.
What we cover:
Gunn's 99 Batman problems and why "The Brave and the Bold" is already in trouble
The Mando/Grogu movie: proof that Star Wars has run out of ideas
Tilly Norwood and AI: when actors become digital puppets
Timestamps:
00:00 – AI Actress Tilly Norwood and Hollywood’s reaction
03:40 – SAG-AFTRA backlash and “dehumanizing” debate
07:15 – Sora 2 video tech and creators using AI in production
10:00 – Using AI for indie proof-of-concept films
13:00 – Can AI ever match human empathy and storytelling?
16:30 – The soul of art vs. technical perfection
21:10 – Transition to DC and James Gunn’s Batman
23:20 – Two Batmen problem: Gunn vs. Reeves universes
27:50 – Tone confusion and Gunn’s creative control
33:20 – Casting talk: who should be the new Batman
45:50 – The Mandalorian & Grogu trailer discussion
47:10 – Disney+ price hike backlash
51:00 – Star Wars creative stagnation and Filoni criticism
55:00 – The “Force as yoga” controversy
58:30 – Final thoughts on Star Wars, creativity, and storytelling
1:00:10 – Outro and socials
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