Affleck: AI is a tool, not a movie maker

Ben Affleck recently appeared on "The Joe Rogan Experience," where he shared his perspective on artificial intelligence's role in the film industry. He asserted that AI is unlikely to create meaningful content or entire films independently, dismissing concerns about it replacing human creativity.

Affleck suggested that AI will function as a tool, similar to visual effects, to optimize expensive and time-consuming aspects of production. He pointed to its potential for simulating locations, such as the North Pole, enabling more cost-effective and comfortable shooting environments.

He also addressed fears of job displacement, noting that existing laws protect personal likeness and that unions are likely to establish regulations for AI. Affleck believes that much of the current rhetoric surrounding AI stems from corporate interests and a general human "existential dread" about transformative technologies, rather than an immediate threat.