“Haven’t Seen Anything” – Bill Hader Throws Shade at AI in Hollywood With a Wild Martin Scorsese Comparison
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Bill Hader has yet to witness anything extraordinary from artificial intelligence. AI has become one of the most talked-about topics in Hollywood, with people sharing their views on how the technology could impact the industry. While some are worried that it could take away jobs, others have raised concerns about protecting artists’ original work.
Meanwhile, many have embraced the technology or expressed an interest in exploring its possibilities. Hader, who is a household name in the entertainment world, known for his work on Saturday Night Live and for creating the series Barry, has also heard the chatter. However, rather than expressing intrigue or fear, the actor and comedian seemed to point out AI’s current limitations.
Bill Hader questions AI potential in Hollywood
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Bill Hader opened up about how new technology often scares people and raises concerns about jobs, and this is something that has happened quite a few times in the past at the Variety Entertainment & Technology Summit presented by EY, held Thursday in Los Angeles. While he is curious about the technology, he remains confident that it cannot replace human creativity, as seen in shows like Widow’s Bay and his own series, Barry. He further explained his belief by using Martin Scorsese’s films as an example.
Hader further added, “I haven’t seen anything yet where I went, ‘Whoa, that’s better than Martin Scorsese.'”
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21 October 2019 - Hollywood, California - Bill Hader. 2019 InStyle Awards held at The Getty Center. Photo
He added during the Summit that he does not want production designers to lose their jobs because they are the real artists behind the work. Interestingly, while he expressed some hope for what AI could potentially achieve, he did not seem entirely convinced by its capabilities, pointing out the technology’s limitations.
The actor and comedian also spoke about the fear surrounding the technology and how different people have reacted to it in different ways.
Bill Hader voices the young generation’s fear about AI
While Bill Hader seemed to question whether AI has the potential to make the filmmaking process easier, the actor also pointed out the fear surrounding the technology. He explained that he has spoken to many young people about AI, and many of them seemed to be against the technology. Hader added that this generation is well aware of AI’s potential and fears that it could be used to manipulate things.
"But [young people] are very aware of the people making [AI]. They just know so much. They’re afraid that anything can be manipulated," he said at the Variety Entertainment & Technology Summit
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January 5, 2020, Beverly Hills, California, USA: BILL HADER AND RACHEL BILSON during red carpet arrivals for the 77th Annual Golden Globe Awards, at The Beverly Hilton Hotel. Beverly Hills USA - ZUMAz03_ 20200105_zbp_z03_179
January 5, 2020, Beverly Hills, California, USA: BILL HADER AND RACHEL BILSON during red carpet arrivals for the 77th Annual Golden Globe Awards, at The Beverly Hilton Hotel. Beverly Hills USA - ZUMAz03_ 20200105_zbp_z03_179
Now, Hollywood has also reacted to the technology in different ways. While some are strongly opposed to the use of AI, others are exploring its potential. Meanwhile, Hader seemed to wonder if the technology could offer some help for creatives. However, one point that many seem to agree on is the need for strict laws and regulations around AI to protect people, including artists.
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Edited By: Itti Mahajan
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