Nicolas Cage says he refused Amazon’s AI waiver for ‘Spider-Noir’
The Next Web • • entertainment
Key Points:
- Nicolas Cage refused to sign an AI waiver from Amazon for the cancelled Prime Video series "Spider-Noir," citing his opposition to AI use in acting, and indicated he likely won't work with Amazon again.
- Amazon invested $50 billion in OpenAI by July, reflecting its strong AI focus, which contrasts with Cage's stance against AI integration in his work.
- "Spider-Noir," Cage's first regular TV role, was cancelled after one season despite receiving 11 Emmy nominations and significant viewership, marking the highest nominations for any Prime Video show this year.
- Amazon and OpenAI collaborate on AI-driven advertising and cloud services, highlighting Amazon's deep involvement in AI technologies.
- Cage expressed interest in working with younger, Gen Z filmmakers from platforms like YouTube, mentioning director Kane Parsons, and will continue working with Amazon on other projects like the John Madden biopic "Madden."
