CinemaCon brought the witchy vibes
Warner Bros. rolled out first-look footage for The Witches 2 in Las Vegas, and it wasn’t just the movie getting attention — original stars Sandra Bullock and Nicole Kidman were on stage, soaking up the crowd and the spotlight.
Sandra’s CNBC chat: AI got her attention
After the panel, Bullock sat down with CNBC and chatted about the sequel and something very 21st century: artificial intelligence. Instead of freaking out, she gave a surprisingly open-minded take. She’s not pretending the tech is all rosy, but she doesn’t want Hollywood to slam the door on it either.
The fake trailer that started the conversation
The discussion kicked off when she reacted to a bogus AI-made trailer for The Witches 2. She laughed at the weirdness of it and then used the moment to make a bigger point: the tools can be useful if handled smartly.
Not a free pass — just a cautious nod
Bullock’s message wasn’t blind enthusiasm. She tempered her stance, acknowledging the risks while saying there’s room to use AI thoughtfully. Think of it as “don’t bury your head in the sand, but don’t hand the keys to a robot either.”
Studio vibes: excited but wary
Warner Bros. leadership gave a mixed read. Their boss admitted the technology feels a bit off at times, yet also admitted it can be thrilling. That split reaction captures how the industry is feeling: curious, intrigued, and a little nervous.
Soderbergh and the wider shift
Bullock isn’t alone — filmmakers like Steven Soderbergh have openly said they plan to lean into AI for certain projects. So while some creatives are experimenting, the debate about limits and ethics is very much alive.
The Witches 2: when and whether AI plays a role
The sequel is penciled in for 2026, but it’s not clear if any AI was used in the filmmaking process. For now, fans can enjoy the tease from CinemaCon and wait to see how the production balances tech with craft.
The takeaway
Sandra’s stance is a pragmatic one: treat AI like a new creative tool, not a replacement. It’s an invitation to experiment carefully — a wink to the future without tossing tradition out the window.