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Cotillard: AI Actors Are Just "Potatoes"
25 Sep
Summary
- Marion Cotillard fears AI actors could one day fool audiences.
- She jokes current AI performers act like "potatoes."
- Cotillard attended the San Sebastian Festival premiere of "7h40 ce jour-là."
French actress Marion Cotillard attended the San Sebastian Festival for the world premiere of "7h40 ce jour-là." This appearance marks her return five years after receiving the prestigious Donostia Award.
During a press conference, Cotillard discussed the rapid evolution of cinema, specifically noting the rise of streaming platforms and artificial intelligence in filmmaking. She humorously described current AI actors as performing like "potatoes," a characteristic that currently eases her concerns about their impact.
However, Cotillard shared a deeper apprehension, stating she would be "very afraid the day I was moved by an AI actor." She acknowledged that the potential for AI to deceive audiences in the future is a disquieting thought.
Her comments align with recent statements from Tom Cruise, who also commented on AI's expanding role in the industry. Cruise emphasized that human creativity retains a unique value in filmmaking, predicting that while AI will become more prevalent, the appreciation for genuine human performances will endure.
"7h40 ce jour-là," directed by Nicole Garcia, is competing for the festival's top prize, the Golden Shell. The film's synopsis describes Alice, who takes a job in a quiet town and becomes entangled with Milo, a mechanic connected to her past.
The film also features performances from Théodore Pellerin, Artus, Laure Calamy, and Alexis Manenti, among others.
