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OpenAI introduces Sora, a text-to-video tool, prompting discussions in Hollywood about the implications of AI-generated content on traditional filmmaking and creative processes.
Ben Affleck's production company, Artists Equity, aims to transform Hollywood by integrating artificial intelligence into filmmaking, seeking to empower creatives and streamline production processes.
Alan Hamel unveils an AI-generated 'twin' of his late wife, Suzanne Somers, developed by Hollo and Realbotix Corp, aiming to preserve her memory and potentially create new episodes of Three’s Company.
Entrepreneur Mark Cuban discusses the limitations of artificial intelligence in the creative process, emphasizing the irreplaceable role of human judgment and intuition in storytelling
Director David Cronenberg suggests that the backlash over AI-modified accents in 'The Brutalist' was a strategic move by rival Oscar nominees to discredit the film, highlighting the ongoing debate over AI's role in cinematic authenticity.
Tony Gilroy, creator of the acclaimed series 'Andor,' has chosen not to publish the show's scripts, citing fears that artificial intelligence systems could exploit his work without permission, reflecting a growing unease among creators about AI's impact on intellectual property rights.
Renowned for their work on "Avengers: Endgame," Anthony and Joe Russo are developing a high-tech studio, Agbo, with a $400 million investment from Nexon, aiming to create AI tools that enhance, rather than replace, artistic creativity in filmmaking.
Prominent figures in the entertainment industry, including Ben Stiller, Ron Howard, Cate Blanchett, and Chris Rock, are urging the Trump administration to enforce copyright laws that require AI companies to obtain permission and provide compensation when using artists' works to train artificial intelligence models.
Netflix's attempt to enhance 'A Different World' using AI upscaling technology results in subpar visual quality, sparking discussions about the readiness of AI for content restoration and the importance of preserving original media integrity.

Reel AI: Erik Barmack’s biweekly article for The Ankler
The Animation App That Should Terrify Hollywood
How an addictive AI tool backed by Jared Leto devoured my family — and stands to win the raging war for screen time (h/t Ted Sarandos)
Erik Barmack’s Reel AI Column from The Ankler
A seasoned producer breaks down the tech's strengths and weaknesses when confronted with screening project
INTRO TO AI
Quick Explainers on Basic AI Terms and Tools
We’ve all seen the seemingly magical pitches/scenes ChatGPT is able to create. How does it work?
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Deepfakes and the Election Cycle
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