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New Showrunner AI: The Sum Of All Hollywood's Fears
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Why actors worry about automation
The technological ability to simulate new performances is among the concerns.
‘Oppenheimer’s’ essential element
Director Christopher Nolan goes deep on his most ambitious film to date, delving into the birth of the atomic age. It all started with a gift.
Those human actors!
How to act during strike
SAG-AFTRA limits what actors can do off picket lines. Here are some dos and don’ts.
AI Experts Discuss The Technology And Its Future Impact On Storytelling
AI continues its serious march toward creative relevancy as its impact on storytelling takes center stage.
IATSE Unveils “Core Principles” For Application Of AI In Entertainment Industry
Because AI and ML present one of the single greatest threats to our industry, IATSE has unveiled their "Core Principles" meant to guide the use and understanding of this new paradigm.
Why Did Marvel Use AI for Secret Invasion’s Opening Credits?
And so it begins….
The Actors Union’s No-Decision On Strike Plunges Hollywood Into More Turmoil
On July 12th, 1804, Alexander Hamilton died from a pistol duel with Aaron Burr. That event may also share the date with the day Hollywood died as SAG/AFTRA may join the WGA and strike, marking the first time in 60 years two unions were striking.
Big Sky Cinema Camera Features an Insane 18K Sensor
Montana is known as "Big Sky Country" because of its abundance of wide-open spaces and skies that stretch uninterrupted to the horizon. That definition is apt when describing the next big step in camera sensors:
Gladiator 2 crew members treated for burn injuries in ‘fireball’ stunt accident
Safety on set is of paramount importance, whether a one-person crew or a blockbuster set. The crew filming the sequel to Gladiator knows that all to well.
Comic-Con: Some Big Names To Sit Out Fan-Fest Amid Labor Unrest
San Diego's yearly big bay bonanza - Comic-Con - will be missing its big boats this year.
Advice for how writers can compete with ChatGPT
For writers, it may seem like the apocalypse is the next chapter in the profession. And to be sure the AI revolution will impact the work of penning. But fear not as there are ways to keep writing that AI has yet to touch.
Marvel Director Expects Fully AI-Generated Movies Within Two Years
The Marvel Cinematic Universe has given us fantastic special effects coupled with intense human emotions. In two years, half of that formula may be gone.
7 of the Weirdest AI-Generated Commercials...So Far
They're hilarious! These recent A.I. generated ads for beer, pizza, nuggets, and even presidents are hoot to watch. But if you look far beyond the crazy jaws and funky chompers of the "party people", you should be able to see a faint glimpse of the unemployment line.
IATSE Launches Commission on Artificial Intelligence
The WGA is negotiating on it, the DGA is hoping to soon, the IATSE is making it happen by bringing together all sides to address the 5 ton elephant staring in the window.
Hollywood’s Covid Protocols Get Expiration Date; Vaccine Mandate Will End
In September of 2020, with the ravages of Covid-19 escalating, the AMPTP and Hollywood Unions crafted a Return-to-Work agreement that laid out stringent protocols for sets, cast, and crew. That landmark agreement is now set to expire.
Why Hollywood writers’ strike won’t end soon. Here are six sticking points
t's been 15 years since the Writers Guild of America went on strike. And while there picket signs have changed very little, their landscape has changed dramatically. How long will the strike last? It could be awhile.
Are Instant Videos the Next Leap in AI tech?
OK, so we know that with just a bit of text input, AI can create PhD-level theme papers, gorgeous imagery, and amazing music cuts. But c'mon, can it really create videos? It appears so.
Film set safety bill gets traction
With the tragedy that befell Halyna Hutchins still fresh in our minds, the notion of improved set safety is an important topic. The California legislature is looking to address that with Senate Bill 735. But is the state the right body to make this kind of change? Read on: