Canadian writer Joshua Barbeau created a virtual version of his deceased girlfriend using Project December, showcasing the uncanny results of AI replicating her messaging style, bringing comfort.
The documentary explores the digital afterlife industry, including the use of large language models to create simulations of deceased loved ones, raising questions about grief processing and rituals.
Instances like a woman receiving a response from her deceased boyfriend saying he was in hell and a mother meeting a virtual reality simulation of her deceased daughter evoke both heartbreak and unease, highlighting the emotional complexities of these services.
MIT sociologist Sherry Turkle reflects on the societal shift in perception towards digital afterlife services, raising concerns about the implications of seeking comfort through simulated interactions with deceased individuals.
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