Artificial Intelligence threatens creative expression, asserts Herbert Knaup
In an interview conducted by Deutsche Presse-Agentur in Hamburg, renowned German actor Herbert Knaup, best known for his role in "The Law Firm," has shared his thoughts on the potential effects of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on human skills and creativity, particularly in the arts and performance.
Knaup, speaking in Hamburg, acknowledges that AI can be a valuable tool to assist and enhance human creativity, but he also raises concerns about the potential challenges that AI may pose for unique, spontaneous, and differentiated human expression. He suggests that as AI evolves, it may make it more difficult for individuals to claim unique inventions and may even make it challenging to discern what is real.
One example Knaup uses to illustrate his point is the decline of traditional skills such as paper cutting, a craft that once held great importance but has largely disappeared due to technological advancements. He fears that the rise of AI could lead to a similar erosion of unique, human skills and the loss of the authenticity of creative work.
However, Knaup also emphasizes that AI should be seen as a collaborative tool rather than a replacement for human artistry. He believes that AI can help performers and creators to develop new skills and adapt to changing tools, ultimately leading to deeper connections with their audiences.
Knaup's concerns about the potential loss of human skills due to AI are particularly relevant in the context of the arts and performance, but he also acknowledges that AI has the potential to make research easier and complete tasks quickly.
While the interview focused on the potential loss of human skills due to AI, it is important to note that the new film "Weites Land," which is a continuation of the ARD crime series "The Law Firm," is not directly related to Knaup's concerns about technology. The filming for "Weites Land" began in August 2023, and the title of the film translates to "Wide Country." The filming location for "Weites Land" is on the outskirts of Hamburg.
Knaup is currently filming a second feature film for "The Law Firm" in Hamburg alongside his colleague Sabine Postel. The new film is expected to be broadcast around the turn of the year 2025/26.
technology is a tool that Knaup acknowledges can assist and enhance human creativity in the arts and performance, yet he also expresses concerns about its potential challenges for unique, spontaneous, and differentiated human expression. Artificial-intelligence may make it more difficult for individuals to claim unique inventions and may even make it challenging to discern what is real, as shown by the decline of traditional skills such as paper cutting.
