Scorsese Uses Generative AI for Storyboards, Sparks Artist Backlash
TL;DR. Martin Scorsese has invested in an AI company and uses generative AI for film storyboarding, drawing criticism from artists. - Scorsese claims AI improves communication of his creative vision to cast and crew. - Artists accuse Scorsese of undermining human storyboard artists with AI adoption. - Other filmmakers, including Steven Soderbergh, also incorporate AI in their work.
- Martin Scorsese joined Black Forest Labs, a German generative AI venture, as a partner and advisor in 2025.
- Scorsese uses text-to-image generative AI to create storyboards for his films, citing creative freedom and communication efficiency.
- Concept artists and animators criticized Scorsese, arguing AI use for storyboards undermines human artists and relies on stolen work.
- The article notes a growing trend of filmmakers, including Steven Soderbergh and Gareth Edwards, adopting AI in their production processes.