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2026 / 01

Hollywood & AI: who makes the decision?

A writer works with text; a performer with likeness and voice; a producer with organisation and responsibility. AI touches distinct processes that a simple yes-or-no position cannot adequately describe.

Original AI illustration of professionals writing, filming, recording a documentary interview or making animation. An imagined scene, not a photograph of our team.
Original AI illustration of professionals writing, filming, recording a documentary interview or making animation. An imagined scene, not a photograph of our team.

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Discussion question: what should a film’s AI production record disclose? Compare WGA’s writing position with SAG-AFTRA’s digital replica resources. These express professional positions, not universal legal advice.

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