The Looming Threat: AI's Impact on Hollywood Actors and Stunt Performers

Filmmaker Justine Bateman warns that artificial intelligence (AI) poses an existential threat to actors and other creative professionals in Hollywood, as AI technology continues to improve at an alarming rate. The rise of AI-enabled content-creation platforms has exacerbated the divide between entertainment unions and industry employers, with unions demanding guarantees that robots won't replace performers and writers. While AI has the potential to revolutionize filmmaking and make it more efficient, there is a consensus that AI-generated content still falls short of human creativity and emotional depth. The legal and ethical implications of using generative AI, including copyright infringement and consent issues, also need to be addressed. The industry may need standardized regulations and protections to ensure the rights and livelihoods of actors and writers in this new AI-driven landscape.