AI Legal Cases 2025: What Film Producers Need to Know
Listen to this article This month Disney and Universal filed a landmark lawsuit that could reshape how every film and TV production uses AI tools. But what does this really mean for UK production teams? While these cases won’t directly change UK law, they will fundamentally alter the AI tools productions use, their costs, and […]
US vs China AI Tools: What Filmmakers Need to Know in 2025
Listen to this article As the U.S. and China provide respite over the tariff wars, a bigger question looms: who’s winning the race in artificial intelligence? With geopolitical tensions high and global AI competition intensifying, it’s no surprise that comparisons between U.S. and Chinese AI ecosystems are heating up, especially when it comes to creative […]
100% US Film Tariffs: How would they Impact UK Production & AI Innovation?
Listen to this article Over the past four weeks, we’ve witnessed an erratic approach to US tariffs—on again, off again; some goods exempt, others included; immediate enforcement in some cases, postponed in others. The latest announcement, targeting foreign films, presents new concerns—particularly for UK creatives using AI in filmmaking. Tariffs impact more than just pricing. […]
Redreaming Production: How close are we to Black Mirror’s AI Film Vision?
Listen to this article Black Mirror’s recently released “Hotel Reverie” Episode (S7, Ep3) presents a provocative vision of AI-driven filmmaking. This vision, delivered using a fictional AI system called “Redream”, deserves careful examination – not just for its technological spectacle, but for what it reveals about our relationship with creative tools. The episode’s premise – […]
Studio Ghibli & The Reality of AI Misuse
Listen to this article The Latest Controversy The conversation around AI misuse often focuses on headline-grabbing incidents. Consider the recent controversy surrounding OpenAI’s GPT-4 image generator, released in the last week or so. This model enables many practical applications, from creating ads with accurate products and text to advanced image editing. However, what has captured […]
UK Government Copyright & AI Consultation Closes: AIMICI calls for improved creative support and protections
Over the last year, the UK government has held an open consultation about how to reform copyright law in the new era of creative and generative AI. It is a complex topic that continues to drive a rift between creative and technical industries. As a business at the heart of the creative industry, but with […]
AI Disclosure Requirements in Film: Oscars amoungst first to set the bar for 2025
Building Better Stories: How the Industry is Embracing AI Transparency This month, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) announced their consideration of mandatory AI disclosure for Oscar submissions. This watershed moment reflects a broader truth: artificial intelligence isn’t just reshaping how stories are told – it’s transforming how we talk about storytelling […]
UK’s AI Action Plan: New support for use of AI in creative production
This week the government introduced an AI Action Plan – an extensive set of over 40 recommendations to help the UK become an “AI Superpower” by 2023. The plan presents a bold vision for the future, with significant implications for the film and TV production industry. While it offers exciting opportunities for innovation and growth, […]
State of AI in filmmaking – Addressing Ben Affleck’s recent comments
Ben Affleck recently made headlines with his comments on AI in the film industry. As AI experts, we wanted to fact check his key points. Ben Affleck comments on AI use in film – Original Video Our takeaways: Capabilities of AI today: 1. AI is a craftsman at best, it only learns how to replicate […]
Truth in the Age of AI: Upholding Journalistic Integrity in Documentary Filmmaking
In this information crisis era, where distinguishing the real from the fake is increasingly challenging, the mission to capture and convey reality has never been more vital. Many would say that documentaries are not just entertainment; but also act as engaging archives – capturing the essence of human experience, societal issues, and historical events. Yet, as AI-generated content becomes more believable, and the attention economy reshapes the entertainment industry, documentary makers face unique challenges that threaten to damage the integrity of their profession forever.
