New Documentary Sheds Light on the Dark Side of Deepfake Porn
A thought-provoking new documentary titled Another Body is set to expose the alarming consequences of deepfake technology, particularly its misuse in the porn industry. The film, directed by Sophie Compton and Reuben Hamlyn, tells the gripping stories of young women whose lives were upended after falling victim to deepfake porn.
Utopia, a renowned studio, has acquired the U.S. rights to the award-winning documentary, in partnership with WILLA. The film will premiere on October 20 at the IFC Center in New York, with preview screenings on October 18 and 19. It will subsequently be released in Los Angeles on October 27. For those unable to attend theaters, Another Body will be available for streaming on digital platforms starting from October 20.
The documentary follows the journey of a young woman as she tries to uncover the identity of the person behind the deepfake videos that feature her in explicit scenes. To her dismay, she soon discovers that other women she knows have also been targeted in a similar fashion. Frustratingly, authorities inform her that the act, while disgusting, does not break any laws.
Kyle Greenberg, head of marketing and distribution at Utopia, expressed the studio’s excitement about collaborating with WILLA to shed light on the bone-chilling implications of AI, online identity, and gender autonomy. Greenberg believes that this partnership will both disturb and motivate audiences, prompting important discussions about these critical issues.
Elizabeth Woodward, the producer of Another Body and founder of WILLA, describes the documentary as a timely and compelling exploration of the world of deepfakes. Woodward believes the film masterfully unravels a true story of investigation, showcasing the resilience of women who overcome shame and silencing to share their experiences. She is thrilled to partner with Utopia to address this growing problem on a larger scale.
Critics who saw Another Body hailed it as an urgent, thriller-like true crime story that strikes an emotional chord while delving into the heart of the issue. Audiences responded to it as if it were a digital horror film, exposing one of the most disturbing forms of online gendered violence. The documentary has already won multiple audience awards during its festival run and has been the subject of numerous spotlight panels, including a sold-out session at SXSW’s tech conference on Deepfakes & Documentary: Using AI in Character Driven Storytelling.
Another Body, a production by WILLA, Mumuration, and Remarkably Calm, is presented by Impact Partners. It features an impressive lineup of executive producers, including Geralyn Dreyfous and Jenny Raskin. The documentary marks a significant directorial debut for Sophie Compton and Reuben Hamlyn.
This groundbreaking film aims to raise awareness about the dark repercussions of deepfake technology. With its innovative distribution approach and the powerful stories it tells, Another Body has the potential to ignite important conversations and inspire change in the face of this disturbing problem.
Meta Description: Another Body, a new documentary, tackles the alarming issue of deepfake porn and its devastating impact on women. Shedding light on the ever-advancing technology, the film examines the legal loopholes and societal implications surrounding deepfake videos.
