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Filmustage: Pre-production AI Tool Used in Netflix’s “Gentlemen”
Filmustage, an AI-powered platform aiming to streamline pre-production, is used by Hollywood filmmakers in high-profile projects.

London Cinema Cancels AI-Written Film After Public Backlash
The Prince Charles Cinema in Soho has canceled the premiere of a film entirely written by AI, following significant public concern over the use of AI in creative writing.

Film Schools Integrate AI into Curricula
Top U.S. film schools are incorporating AI courses to equip students with the skills to use new tools creatively and ethically.

Consumers’ Mixed Reactions to AI in Entertainment Production
A recent survey reveals that U.S. consumers are split on the use of generative AI in creating film and TV content, with acceptance varying based on familiarity with AI tools.

Hollywood Confronts AI Deepfake Challenges
Industry experts at the Produced By Conference, including CEO of Morgan Freeman's Revelations Entertainment, stressed the necessity for collaboration and regulations to counter AI deepfakes.

Big Tech Starts Campaign to Advocate AI Use in Creative Industries
The Chamber of Progress, including members like Amazon and Apple, introduces a campaign to advocate for the fair use of copyrighted material in training AI.

Bob Iger Urges Storytellers to Embrace Tech-Driven Change
Disney CEO Bob Iger emphasized the importance of leveraging new technologies to enhance storytelling and creativity during his keynote at the Canva Create event.

Autodesk Acquires Wonder Dynamics to Enhance 3D Animation with AI
Autodesk's acquisition of Wonder Dynamics aims to simplify and democratize 3D animation and VFX processes, empowering creators and artists with advanced AI-driven tools.

Sony Pictures Incorporates AI in Film & TV
Sony Pictures CEO Tony Vinciquerra announced plans to integrate AI into film and TV production for greater efficiency.

New AI-powered Streaming Service Allows Viewers to Create Shows
Fable Studio introduces Showrunner, a streaming platform that lets users create and customize their own animated episodes using advanced AI technology.

Netflix’s Ted Sarandos on AI in Screenwriting
Netflix co-CEO Ted Sarandos believes that while AI can enhance the creative process, it will not replace the unique talents of human screenwriters and performers.

Tech Giants in Talks with Hollywood Over AI Content Licensing
Alphabet and Meta Platforms are negotiating with major Hollywood studios to license content for AI training and video generation.

Hollywood's Quiet Embrace of AI
Despite public backlash and labor disputes, Hollywood's adoption of AI is more widespread than many are willing to admit.

AI Won't Cut Production Costs
AI may streamline filmmaking processes, but industry leaders argue that it will not reduce costs or eliminate jobs in Hollywood production.

Hollywood Gathers for AI in Filmmaking
"AI on the Lot" conference attracted hundreds of Hollywood professionals, showcasing both excitement and concerns about the future of creative collaboration.

ChatGPT-4o: Advanced Voice Assistant and Improved Content Creation
OpenAI has launched GPT-4o, an enhanced AI model featuring a user-friendly voice assistant, inspired by HER (2013), capable of real-time interaction and improved image, video, and text processing.

AI-Generated Putin Biopic at Cannes
Polish director Besaleel’s new film, Putin, is set to showcase at Cannes and test the industry and audiences’ acceptance of AI-generated films.

Tokyo Startup Employs AI to Expand Manga Translations
Orange, a Tokyo-based startup, leverages AI technology to dramatically increase the global reach and availability of translated Japanese manga.

AI Film Festival Shows Increasing AI Integration in Filmmaking
The second annual AI Film Festival, hosted by Runway AI Inc., showcased how more filmmakers integrate AI as a storytelling tool rather than novelty.

Are AI Movies Far from the Oscars?
While AI’s reshaping film production from enhancing special effects to potentially creating entire films, its acceptance by traditional award bodies like the Oscars remains a complex question.