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ChatGPT’s Terrible Attempt at Creating a Black Mirror Episode
Charlie Brooker, the creator of Black Mirror, experimented with AI-generated screenplays, resulting in a mishmash of existing plotlines. Despite this setback, Black Mirror's upcoming sixth season intends to stretch the parameters of their dystopian setting. As AI technology's use becomes more prevalent, its impact on writers becomes a topic of controversy. Read on to discover the potential of AI and its limitations in screenwriting. (156 characters, please adjust if needed)
Hollywood’s Next Battle: Paying Actors for AI Digital Doubles
Hollywood faces a unique challenge as actors prepare for union negotiations over payment for their digital doubles created using AI. While some actors embrace the technology, others fear their image could be exploited. As AI becomes more prevalent, this issue is becoming increasingly important for the industry and its future.
Transgender Hollywood Writers Picket Netflix Demanding Trans-Centric TV Content
On Thursday, transgender Hollywood writers and their supporters stood up against Netflix offices in Los Angeles, as a part of the Writers Guild of America work stoppage against movie studios. GLAAD and IATSE union were also present. The strike was due to declining contracts and writers demanding better pay for the streaming revolution. The never before witnessed strike since 2007-2008 was sparked due to an incident with Dave Chappelle and his controversial comedy about trans lifestyle.
Neosapience Raises $21.5 Million to Enter Hollywood, Former Warner Bros. Discovery Exec Leads US Expansion
Neosapience, a Korean startup founded by former Qualcomm engineers, is revolutionizing Hollywood by using AI and an adjustable video avatar platform, Typecast. The company raised 21.5M USD to expand operations to the US, led by BRV Capital Management. Neosapience hopes to bring easier content creation to the entertainment industry and democratize content-making capabilities.
Exploring the Creation of Invisibile VFX Behind the Glass Onion
Samuel Malik and Philipp Wolf from DNEG discuss their use of Visual Effects and Artificial Intelligence in creating the visuals for the highly-anticipated follow-up to "Knives Out": Glass Onion. The duo explain how VFX is essential to creating the story, how they incorporate traditional software, and the importance of keeping creative in the industry.