Wouldn't it be great if we could have endless Denzel Washington movies, for centuries to come? Well, thanks to modern technology, we can. Back in the early 21st century, Denzel (among other actors) had his likeness digitally simulated so that he could appear in media without ever stepping into a trailer or demanding a double espresso.

The concept of Virtual Actor dates back to the 80s, with the film "Rendez-vous in Montreal" giving us digital dupes of Marilyn Monroe and Humphrey Bogart. These pixel-perfect performers are made possible through advanced computer-generated imagery (CGI) and sophisticated sound design.