Hollywood actor Justin Theroux has argued that artificial intelligence cannot match the vision of famous director Tim Burton.
The “Beetlejuice” star told Fox News Digital why he doesn't think artificial intelligence will affect Hollywood directors, especially Burton, in the future.
“I think when people see this film, they'll understand that I don't think there's ever been a Tim Burton film that could have been made by AI,” Theroux explained.
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Justin Theroux shares how he thinks AI will be used in the future of Hollywood. (Franco Origlia/Getty Images)
“It's so unique in its vision.”
Although Theroux said AI can't replicate Burton's vision, the actor believes advanced technology will be present in future films.
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“I think there will be AI movies in the future, or maybe movies written to some extent by AI,” Theroux added.
“But I think at the moment, when you have something real… just comparing it to a Tim Burton movie, I think it's very difficult to duplicate what comes out of that man's head.”
Justin Theroux said AI can't replicate director Tim Burton's (pictured) vision. (Amy Sussman/Getty Images)
“I think when people see this movie, they'll understand that I don't think there's ever a Tim Burton movie that could have been made by AI… I think it's very difficult to duplicate what comes out of that man's head.”
Theroux's comments come after Burton previously criticised AI recreations of his famous characters.
During an interview in September 2023, the “Wednesday” director shared that he is “very aware” of how AI poses “perhaps a bigger threat to animation than any other art form.”
“They had an AI do my versions of Disney characters!” the director exclaimed to The Independent in mock horror at the time.
“I can't describe the feeling it gives you. It reminded me of when in other cultures they say: 'Don't take a picture of me because it's taking away your soul.'”
“Wednesday” director Tim Burton previously shared that he's “very aware” of how AI poses “perhaps a bigger threat to animation than any other art form.” (Getty Images)
While Burton admitted that some of the AI-generated examples were “nice,” he didn't enjoy the experience of “seeing his own art cloned and imitated.”
Burton explained: “What it does is it sucks something out of you. It takes something from your soul or your psyche, and that's very disturbing, especially if it has to do with you. It's like a robot taking away your humanity, your soul.”
The director is gearing up for the release of his highly anticipated sequel, “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.”
Justin Theroux stars alongside Winona Ryder and Jenna Ortega in “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.” His character, Rory, is one of the latest additions to the wild world created by Tim Burton. (Getty Images)
Theroux's character, Rory, is one of the latest additions to Burton's “Beetlejuice” world.
“It's actually just kind of a complicating factor, if we're being honest,” Theroux told Fox News Digital of his character.
“Beetlejuice” is a 1988 American supernatural comedy horror film. (Tubi)
“He's not particularly an asset to the family dynamic… He's Lydia's love interest and he's desperate to marry her, I think, for nefarious purposes… That's where he fits in.”
Oscar nominee Winona Ryder reprised her role as Lydia Deetz from the original 1988 horror comedy, and Michael Keaton returned to his role as Beetlejuice.
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While Emmy winner Catherine O'Hara reunited with the original cast, several new additions joined for the sequel, including former Disney star Jenna Ortega, Monica Bellucci and Willem Dafoe.
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Ortega will star in the sequel to the 1988 film “Beetlejuice,” directed by Tim Burton. (Allen J. Schaben/Los Angeles Times via Getty Images)
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“It's fantastic to be able to get on those sets,” Theroux added. “And play this role… to work with Tim and a group of talented actors.”
Theroux also told Fox News Digital what his favorite part of working on “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” was.
Michael Keaton and Catherine O'Hara reprised their roles in the “Beetlejuice” sequel. (Rich Polk/Variety via Getty Images)
“I loved watching Mrs. O'Hara work,” he said.
“She was… probably the best special effect in the movie. She's so funny… I loved every single actor in our movie.”
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“The Leftovers” star reflected on the moment he saw all of his co-stars' chairs and thought how “lucky” he was to be sitting in the same room.
According to People, Theroux is engaged to actress Nicole Brydon Bloom. He reportedly proposed to Bloom in Italy, while the couple was attending the Venice Film Festival for the film “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.”
Justin Theroux and Nicole Brydon Bloom attend the 81st Venice International Film Festival for the movie “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice”. (Getty Images)
The film focuses on three generations of the Deetze family. After an unexpected family tragedy, the Deetzes return to their home in Winter River.
(L-R) Jenna Ortega, Catherine O'Hara, Michael Keaton, Winona Ryder, Justin Theroux, Monica Bellucci and Tim Burton worked on the sequel “Beetlejuice Beetlejuice.” (Getty Images)
Lydia's (Ryder) life, still haunted by Beetlejuice, is turned upside down when her rebellious teenage daughter, Astrid (Ortega), discovers the mysterious model of the city in the attic and the portal to the afterlife accidentally opens. The mischievous demon Beetlejuice returns and wreaks havoc of his own.
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“Beetlejuice Beetlejuice” hits theaters September 6.
