Hellboy: The Crooked Man Faces AI Controversy Amidst Mixed Messages from Filmmakers

Confusion arises as Millennium Films President suggests AI use in Hellboy's design, while director Brian Taylor vehemently denies any AI involvement.

Millennium Films President Jonathan Yunger initially suggested AI was used in designing creatures for Hellboy: The Crooked Man, causing fan backlash.
Director Brian Taylor clarified on social media that no AI was used in the movie, asserting both Hellboy and the Crooked Man were created with practical effects.
The film, set in 1950s Appalachia, features Hellboy uncovering a community haunted by witches, with no confirmed release date yet.
Fans express disappointment and skepticism over potential AI use, fearing it undermines the artistic integrity of the Hellboy franchise.
The controversy highlights ongoing debates about the role of AI in creative processes within the film industry.