AI actors, writers not eligible for Oscars — Academy

The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has drawn a clear line in the sand, declaring that artificial intelligence has no place in the running for Hollywood's most coveted award, the Oscar. In a move that champions human creativity, new regulations explicitly state that only roles performed by live, human actors and screenplays penned by people will be eligible for consideration.

This decisive stance comes as the film industry grapples with the rapid advancements in AI technology. The Academy's decision ensures that the integrity of the acting and writing categories remains firmly rooted in human talent and artistic expression. It's a vital safeguard for the future of filmmaking, preserving the essence of what makes cinema a uniquely human endeavor.

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In the Acting category, only roles credited in the film’s legal billing and demonstrably performed by humans with their consent will be considered eligible.

The ruling also arrives on the heels of a controversial unveiling of an AI-generated version of the late actor Val Kilmer, highlighting the urgency for such guidelines. By setting these clear boundaries, the Academy reaffirms its commitment to celebrating the genuine artistry that has defined the Oscars for decades.

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In the Writing categories, the rules codify that screenplays must be human-authored to be eligible.