Black Mirror’s Joan is Awful Criticizes the Dark Side of Streaming’s Future

The Writers Guild of America in Hollywood is currently on strike over fears that AI may replace their jobs. This concern stems from the potential for AI to produce mediocre content quickly and inexpensively, benefiting streaming services’ profits while not contributing much culturally. Meanwhile, actors have also expressed concerns over streamers’ digital replicas of their likenesses, which could violate their rights to fair compensation for their work. Directors are also voting on their contract, with some expressing concerns over the language concerning AI, including Lily Wachowski and Steven DeKnight. Overall, there is growing concern over AI’s potential to replace human workers in the entertainment industry, and various groups are taking action to protect their interests.