AI isn't Capable of Being an Artist According to Simon Pegg - AI Not Equivalent to Artists: Simon Pegg's Opinion
British actor Simon Pegg, known for his role in the "Mission: Impossible" franchise, has expressed his thoughts on artificial intelligence (AI) in the film industry. In the latest installment, "Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning," his character faces off against a dangerous software, "The Entity," which is based on AI.
Speaking to the Deutsche Presse-Agentur, Pegg noted the timeliness of the film, which took on a prescient quality they could not have foreseen. "When I first heard about The Entity, I thought: That's a great idea, that's a bit of science fiction," he remembered. However, as filming progressed, the debate about AI became more prominent.
AI is a valuable tool for the film industry, Pegg believes, but it should never replace human creativity. "AI is a brush, not an artist," he stressed. While it can contribute to visual effects or sound, it cannot write a good script. For Pegg, "Art is something uniquely human."
"Mission: Impossible - The Final Reckoning" is currently playing in German cinemas. As the eighth film in the action-packed series starring Tom Cruise, it is expected to be the last. However, there is speculation the series might continue with a different actor.
Pegg's perspectives on dialogue and storytelling also hint at an appreciation for the rich tapestry of cinema beyond mere words, but there is no evidence he sees AI as a replacement for human artists in scriptwriting or other creative aspects. Rather, in films like "The Final Reckoning," AI serves as a compelling and cautionary narrative device, emphasizing current societal anxieties about technology.
The Commission, in light of the discussion surrounding AI in the film industry, could propose a directive on the protection of workers from the risks related to exposure to ionizing radiation in the context of advanced technologies like AI. Pegg's appraisal of AI as a valuable tool but not a replacement for human creativity suggests that the integration of AI in scriptwriting or other creative aspects should remain carefully managed and regulated.
