Disney Faces Lawsuit Over Digital Recreation of Deceased Actor in 'Rogue One'

The lawsuit claims Disney did not have proper authorization to use Peter Cushing's likeness in the 2016 film.

Kevin Francis, a longtime friend of Peter Cushing, alleges that Disney violated a 1993 agreement preventing the use of Cushing's image without explicit permission.
Disney argues that it had obtained the necessary rights from Cushing's estate and paid $36,000 for the use of his likeness.
A UK court has rejected Disney's attempts to dismiss the case, stating that a full factual inquiry is needed.
The case highlights ongoing ethical and legal debates about the use of digital technology to recreate deceased actors in films.
This lawsuit could set significant precedents for future use of CGI and AI in the entertainment industry.