Christopher Nolan believes younger audiences are rejecting AI-generated content in films. In a recent interview, Nolan stated that this generation is 'utterly rejecting' AI, citing the success of low-budget horror films like Backrooms and Obsession that rely on practical effects.
Nolan's comments come as his adaptation of The Odyssey is set to premiere on July 17, 2026, featuring extensive practical effects, including a 60-foot Cyclops puppet.
The filmmaker's observations are based on his own children's reactions to AI-generated content, which he describes as 'immediate and harsh'. Nolan thinks this rejection is due to younger viewers being more familiar with online environments and thus better at identifying AI-generated content.
