Director’s Return: A Film, a Fight with AI, and the Reality of Hollywood

Director’s comeback after nine years

The director who once sailed ships across seas of gold is back on the big screen.
His latest film, Good Luck, Have Fun, Don’t Die, finally ends the long silence that began with his 2017 release.

Plot Snapshot

Lead: Sam Rockwell as a future‑traveller
Setting: Los Angeles diner Norms
Mission: Stop a rogue AI from taking over the world

Behind the Scenes

Previous Project: An ambitious animated musical about space cats (stalled 2022)
Funding Journey:
Three independent attempts
Two companies finally stepped in

Themes & Messages

Theme	Director’s Take
Modern Life	Phones hypnotise us; gun violence normalized; AI as everyday tool
AI Ethics	Will our worst traits embed into code? What if AI learns from us?
Comedy as Catalyst	Laughter opens minds, sparks conversation about AI’s future

Production Highlights

Realism: Diner set lit with actual lighting; passing cars create natural reflections
Attention to Detail: Even a spoon catching light adds authenticity
Indie Spirit: Low‑budget, high creativity

Festival Momentum

Attended a film festival that re‑energised the project
Festivals help find core audiences and prove unique ideas resonate

Takeaway

The director’s journey from rejection to release exemplifies the perseverance required in Hollywood today. The film offers a light‑hearted evening out while inviting viewers to ponder the future of AI.