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The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has updated its rules for the upcoming 98th Oscars, addressing the use of generative AI in filmmaking. The key takeaway is that the Academy is taking a neutral stance, neither endorsing nor rejecting AI's use. The new guidelines state that generative AI "neither help nor harm the chances of achieving a nomination". The Academy underscores a key principle: Oscar-worthy cinema must remain a product of human vision. This decision comes amid ongoing debates about AI's increasing role in the film industry and reflects Hollywood's attempt to balance technological innovation with traditional artistic values.

The Academy's decision highlights the growing influence of AI in film production. Recent films have already utilized AI for tasks such as fine-tuning accents and voice cloning, blurring the lines between human artistry and technological assistance. While AI can streamline production processes, enhance creativity through special effects and editing, and even accelerate the filmmaking process, concerns remain about job displacement and the authenticity of artistic expression. Veteran director James Cameron has even suggested that generative AI could help cut filmmaking costs.

The Writers Guild of America (WGA) and SAG-AFTRA have previously voiced concerns about AI replacing human roles in creative work. The Academy's new rules reinforce the importance of human ingenuity in filmmaking. While AI can be used as a tool, the Academy emphasizes that awards will be given based on the degree to which a human was at the heart of the creative authorship. Academy members will judge each film taking human effort into account when choosing which movie to award.

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  • PCMag Middle East ai: Using AI 'doesn't help nor harm the chances of achieving a nomination,' the Academy says.
  • Shelly Palmer: The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has released updated rules for the 98th Oscars, and the takeaway is simple: when it comes to generative AI, the Academy chooses not to choose.
  • www.tomsguide.com: In its new guidelines, the Academy stops short of banning AI, but underscores a key principle: Oscar-worthy cinema must remain a product of human vision.
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