French Filmmaking Organizations Condemn OpenAI-Backed Animated Feature Aiming For Cannes
French creators’ groups oppose OpenAI’s reported plan to debut an AI-generated animated film at Cannes, urging protection of human-led artistry.
French creators’ groups oppose OpenAI’s reported plan to debut an AI-generated animated film at Cannes, urging protection of human-led artistry.
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The film already has a release date.
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