Debating the Future of Filmmaking: Can AI Break (or Truly Remake) Hollywood?

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Everyone is talking about AI, whether they want to or not. Every day, it feels like there's a news story about how the tech is improving/ruining our lives, and many conversations about artificial intelligence either come from a place of deep fear or heightened optimism.

As someone who works in entertainment, I've been wondering if these reactions reflect the actual state of the technology that's out there. Well, as I learned during this year's AI on the Lot, the world's biggest conference focused on AI in media, the disconnect is significant -- and the means to bridge the gap from fear to understanding, and potentially acceptance, are lacking.

The event, which drew roughly 2,500 attendees throughout its three-day run, took place near (and partially on) the backlot of Amazon MGM Studios in Culver City, California. I was there for one day, but that was enough time...

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