Over the years, the entertainment industry has undergone significant changes, driven by technological advancements, shifting audience preferences, and the emergence of new business models. The 1980s saw the dawn of home video, which allowed audiences to experience movies and TV shows in the comfort of their own homes. This led to a surge in demand for content, and studios began to produce more films and television shows to meet the growing appetite.
Studios are quietly using generative AI for storyboarding, script analysis, and even de-aging actors. The 2023 actors' strike centered largely on AI rights—indicating that the next wave of popular productions will be co-authored by algorithms.
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