Deepfaking Sam Altman
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- Science Fiction
- Comedy
Director Adam Bhala Lough sets out to better understand the technology and people at the center of the AI boom. His quest sends him on a path towards the father of AI, OpenAI CEO, Sam Altman. When he isn’t able to sit down with Altman himself, Adam travels to India to create an AI version of him to interview instead.
Deepfaking Sam Altman is a documentary-comedy hybrid from director Adam Bhala Lough that explores AI technology and the people driving the boom by attempting to interview OpenAI's CEO—using a deepfake when the real Sam Altman isn't available. Released January 16, 2026, the film follows Lough's unconventional journey to India to create an AI version of Altman for an interview, blending science fiction concepts with real-world investigation into the AI landscape.
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When was Deepfaking Sam Altman released?
The film was released on January 16, 2026.
Who directed the film?
Adam Bhala Lough directed Deepfaking Sam Altman.
What is the film about?
The documentary follows director Adam Bhala Lough as he investigates AI technology and the people behind the AI boom, ultimately traveling to India to create a deepfake AI version of OpenAI CEO Sam Altman to interview when unable to meet with him directly.
What genres does the film blend?
Deepfaking Sam Altman combines documentary, science fiction, and comedy elements to explore its subject matter.
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