Mark Wahlberg open to AI in filmmaking, including a digital clone of himself
At TechCrunch Disrupt, Mark Wahlberg said he may use AI tools in a new film about Pete Rose to enhance scenery, while insisting storytelling stays central. He opposes AI-written scripts and replacing actors, but is open to a digital clone of himself continuing roles like the Ted series after he can no longer perform.
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