Google invests a billion and a half in the creators of the Backrooms hit. They want to create AI tools for filmmakers
Summary
Google is investing $75 million in A24 to support a long-term collaboration on AI tools for filmmakers. The partnership links A24 creators with Google DeepMind researchers to build new production tools. The initial focus includes storyboard creation and faster CGI workflows, while creative control stays with the filmmakers. The deal also shows how AI vendors are moving deeper into film production workflows and competing with other tech companies already building similar tools.
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$75.0M
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Date
June 26, 2026
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Investors
Launchpad Accelerator
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Company
a24films.com
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