Netflix’s Hamnet Accused of Using AI, but the “Error” Has a Historical Explanation

Netflix’s Hamnet has unexpectedly become part of the growing debate surrounding AI-generated imagery, but the latest controversy appears to be based on a historical misunderstanding rather than evidence of artificial intelligence. A promotional image from the film drew accusations online after some viewers claimed its text contained an obvious AI-generated mistake. The controversy centered on an image showing a prop flyer advertising an early performance of Shakespeare’s Hamlet. The text appeared to read “firft appearance on stage,” prompting some social…