OpenAI backs “Critterz,” an AI-powered animated film aiming for a 2026 Cannes premiere

As per Walll Street Journal Report OpenAI is co-producing Critterz, an AI-driven animated film with Vertigo Films and Native Foreign, budgeted under $30M and eyeing a 2026 Cannes premiere. Blending human creativity with AI tools, the film involves writers from Paddington. OpenAI aims to showcase AI’s role in democratizing entertainment while collaborating with Tribeca on short films. Hollywood will closely track Critterz’ performance.