Chris O'Dowd has lent his talents to the expansive ensemble of Luca Guadagnino's highly anticipated film, 'Artificial,' a dramatic endeavor from Amazon MGM that pivots around the fascinating true tale of the groundbreaking artificial intelligence firm, OpenAI. Heading this star-studded lineup are Andrew Garfield, Yura Borisov, and Monica Barbaro, with an illustrious supporting cast that boasts Jason Schwartzman, Cooper Hoffman, Ike Barinholtz, Cooper Koch, Billie Lourd, and Zosia Mamet. Although categorized as a comedic drama, 'Artificial' delves into the dramatic retelling of the tumultuous events that unfolded at OpenAI in 2023, where CEO Sam Altman found himself ousted and then unexpectedly reinstated within the span of mere days. Garfield takes on the pivotal role of Altman.
Amidst the intriguing narrative, details pertaining to O'Dowd's character remain meticulously shrouded, akin to a secret stored within a fortified data center. The screenplay, penned by Simon Rich, who also serves as a producer alongside Heyday Films' David Heyman and Jeffrey Clifford, as well as Jennifer Fox, promises to unravel this tale with both wit and depth. Currently under production, 'Artificial' marks O'Dowd's return to feature films since his role in the high-budget fantasy epic, 'Slumberland,' in 2022.
This Tony Award-nominated and Emmy-winning actor has been busy crafting his own stories, directing, and starring in the original Sky series, 'Small Town, Big Story,' which has garnered him considerable acclaim. Moreover, his portrayal in the 'Black Mirror' episode "Common People" has sparked Emmy Award buzz. Represented by CAA, Gordon & French, and 3 Arts, O'Dowd continues to captivate audiences with his versatility and profound dramatic range.
