Steven Soderbergh Talks AI, John Lennon Doc & More
By Matthewgrobar
Published on May 4, 2026.
Steven Soderbergh has directed a documentary based on the final interview with John Lennon, which was recorded just hours before his death. The film, titled John Lennon: The Last Interview, offers intimate access to Lennon and his wife, Yoko Ono, discussing the album "Double Fantasy," which Lennon knew would be his last. Sderbergh used AI to create a cinematic experience, using the audio-only interview and over a thousand images to convey the story. The director also explored the creative and ethical framework behind his use of AI, while acknowledging the enduring relevance of Lennon's words and aspirations of returning to the arena of large-scale event filmmaking.
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