Tilly Norwood, AI ‘actor’ denounced by actors union, to star in feature film

Tilly Norwood, an AI-generated performer whose digital likeness has sparked controversy, is set to make her feature film debut in *Misaligned*, according to coverage from multiple outlets. The project marks the first time an AI 'actor' will star in a live-action theatrical release, prompting sharp criticism from the Screen Actors Guild-American Federation of Television and Radio Artists (SAG-AFTRA), which has denounced the move as a threat to human performers.

Coverage emphasizes the stark divide between industry factions: while Norwood’s production team frames her as a 'new frontier' for storytelling, SAG-AFTRA and allied unions have condemned the film as a 'dangerous precedent' that could undermine job security for actors. Outlets including *The Independent*, *Vulture*, and *ABC News* highlight the film’s title—*Misaligned*—as an unintentional irony, given the ethical and labor tensions surrounding its production.

The film’s release date and distribution plans have not been confirmed, but its arrival could accelerate debates over AI rights, union protections, and the future of on-screen performance.