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AI in Hollywood: The Real Story Behind the Headlines

From visual effects to writing, here's what AI is actually doing in the film industry.

Tom BakerJan 4, 20268 min read
AI in Hollywood: The Real Story Behind the Headlines

The strikes of 2023 set the rules, but the technology hasn't slowed down.

De-aging and Dubbing

The most immediate use cases are practical. De-aging actors without uncanny valley effects, and automatically lip-syncing dubs for international markets.

The Writing Room

AI isn't replacing writers, but it is being used for initial ideation and research. The fear of "AI-written scripts" has largely been mitigated by strict guild contracts.

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