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In the legal saga dissected in the blog post, divergent viewpoints emerge over the interpretation of performers' rights in the context of Peter Cushing's estate. Advocates for Cushing's estate advocate for an expansive interpretation of these rights, asserting that posthumous CGI recreations of his likeness in films like Rogue One: A Star Wars Story infringe upon his estate's control over his image and entitlement to fair compensation. Conversely, opposing arguments, likely championed by the film production company or legal experts, might emphasize the precedence of contractual agreements signed during Cushing's lifetime, which potentially granted rights for such usage. They might stress the importance of upholding these agreements and the broader implications for the film industry's creative processes.

This scenario shares similarities with the debate surrounding the CGI resurrection of James Dean for an upcoming film. Both cases stir discussions about the ethical implications of digitally resurrecting deceased performers and the legal complexities surrounding the use of their likenesses without explicit consent. However, subtle differences may exist, such as the specifics of contractual arrangements or the degree of public interest in preserving the legacies of these iconic figures, shaping the legal arguments and public discourse in distinct ways.