Legendary ‘Road House’ writer, R. Lance Hill, is suing Amazon over alleged AI voice replication in the remake of the 1989 film. Hill claims Amazon ignored his rights to the screenplay.
Hill filed a petition to reclaim the rights in 2021. Amazon allegedly used AI to replicate actors’ voices during a strike, completing the film late. Amazon denied the use of AI when producer Joel Silver raised concerns.
Hill’s suit argues the film mirrors his original script. It emphasizes Amazon’s refusal to acknowledge Hill’s authorial termination rights. The WGA credited Hill with a “story by” credit on the remake.
The lawsuit aims to block the film’s distribution. Director Doug Liman boycotted the film due to Amazon’s streaming-only release. Actor Jake Gyllenhaal defended Amazon’s decision to stream the movie.
The legal action brings attention to the controversy surrounding the remake and Amazon’s handling of the film’s distribution plan. The lawsuit seeks to protect Hill’s rights and creative content.
