Boots Riley reacts to Martin Scorsese’s newly announced advisory role with AI company Black Forest Labs, questioning the filmmaker’s motivations. Riley says he suspects Scorsese joined the firm because he received significant compensation, at one point describing it as “a gang of money.” He also argues that Scorsese appears indifferent to the broader implications of generative AI, suggesting Scorsese “doesn’t give a f—” about whether the technology succeeds or fails.
Both outlets report that Riley links his criticism to what he views as an effort to move the film industry toward generative AI. Riley’s remarks also include a prediction that AI development in Hollywood will ultimately “fall on its face,” reflecting skepticism about the direction being pushed by high-profile participants.
The coverage centers on Riley’s speculation rather than confirmed details of compensation or specific outcomes from Scorsese’s advisory work. The reports frame the response as a pointed public critique triggered by Scorsese’s partnership announcement.
