Luca Guadagnino is set to direct a new film titled 'Artificial' for Amazon MGM, following the shelving of his previous project, 'Sgt. Rock.'

The film will focus on the business implications and humor surrounding artificial intelligence, particularly the events at OpenAI during 2022-2023.

The narrative is expected to highlight the absurdity of CEO Sam Altman's firing and reinstatement, resonating with audiences familiar with AI tools like ChatGPT.

Dramatizations of internal communications and conflicts within OpenAI will be set against the backdrop of the San Francisco tech scene.

The screenplay is written by Simon Rich, known for his work on 'Saturday Night Live,' and the film is produced by David Heyman and Jeffrey Clifford of Heyday Films.

The announcement of the project occurred on June 3, 2025, emphasizing the trend of high-profile collaborations in the film industry.

David Heyman has a notable history with Amazon MGM Studios, having produced the Harry Potter films and is currently involved in the next James Bond film.

Actors Andrew Garfield, Monica Barbaro, and Yura Borisov are reportedly in early discussions to join the cast, with Garfield suggested for the role of Sam Altman.

Nasim Pedrad is being considered for the role of Mira Murati, the interim CEO, while Will Arnett is proposed to play Ilya Sutskever, leveraging his comedic timing.

Guadagnino aims to begin filming 'Artificial' this summer in Italy, contingent on finalizing all deals.

The project reflects an increasing interest in narratives surrounding artificial intelligence in contemporary cinema, blending comedy with insightful commentary.

OpenAI's transition from a nonprofit to a for-profit model in 2019 has led to significant scrutiny and internal conflict, which will be explored in the film.