The Motion Picture Academy is actively exploring mandatory AI disclosure requirements for Oscar submissions following the use of AI technology in several high-profile films including “The Brutalist” and “Emilia Pérez.”
Current state of AI in film: The Academy currently provides an optional disclosure form for AI use but is investigating mandatory requirements for the 2026 Oscars rules.
- The Academy’s SciTech Council is developing recommended language for the new requirements
- Visual Effects Society Awards has nominated several AI-based tools in their emerging technology category
- AI applications range from facial performance modification to voice enhancement and audio processing
Notable implementations: Major films are increasingly incorporating AI technology for various technical and creative purposes.
- “The Brutalist” used AI audio technology Respeecher for Hungarian language dialogue editing
- Rising Sun Pictures’ Revize machine learning toolset was employed in “A Complete Unknown” and “Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga”
- “Dune: Part Two” utilized CopyCat, an AI feature in Nuke compositing software, to create the distinctive blue eyes of Fremen characters
Technical applications: AI tools are being integrated into various aspects of film production, particularly in visual effects and audio processing.
- Rising Sun Pictures used AI to transition between child and adult versions of characters in “Furiosa”
- Metaphysic’s toolset enabled age manipulation for Tom Hanks and Robin Wright in “Here”
- AudioShake technology helped isolate Maria Callas’ vocals from 1960s recordings for the film “Maria”
Industry perspective: Visual effects professionals emphasize the importance of transparency and human collaboration in AI implementation.
- A veteran VFX branch member stresses the need for truthfulness in disclosing AI use
- Industry experts maintain that successful digital performances still rely heavily on human actors
- The focus remains on supporting storytelling through collaborative craft work
Looking ahead: Balancing innovation and transparency: As AI tools become more sophisticated and widespread in filmmaking, the industry faces the challenge of maintaining artistic integrity while embracing technological advancement.
- The proposed disclosure requirements could set new standards for transparency in film production
- Questions remain about how to properly attribute and evaluate work that combines human creativity with AI assistance
- The evolution of AI in filmmaking continues to spark discussions about authenticity and artistic merit
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