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"Have We Sold Out to AI? Actors' Fears Over On-Set Body Scanning"
The world of film and television is increasingly concerned about the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in capturing performers' likenesses on set. While AI-generated doubles, known as "Tilly Norwood," have sparked debate over their potential impact, actors are worried about the lack of transparency surrounding data harvesting.
Actors like Olivia Williams, who has appeared in numerous productions, including "The Sixth Sense" and "Dune: Prophecy," have shared harrowing experiences of being scanned without warning. These scans often take place during the filming of a scene, with the performers unaware that their biometric data is being collected. The process can be overwhelming, especially for those who are new to the industry.
"The experience has caused unease for some time," Williams said, "but the development of AI doubles has injected urgency into clarifying exactly what is happening to our data." The lack of clarity surrounding these scans has led to concerns about performers' rights and the potential exploitation of their biometric information.
Dave Watts, a stunt performer who has appeared in numerous superhero movies, echoed this sentiment. "If you don't have your usual crowd of SAs on set, then you also don't need the assistant directors that look after them," he said. "You don't need the hair and makeup people. You don't need the costume people, the caterers, all the drivers and location marshals. There's a whole range of jobs there that AI effectively puts at risk."
The industry is grappling with the implications of AI-generated doubles and the potential for data exploitation. Data rights lawyer Alex Lawrence-Archer warned that contracts are often poorly drafted and do not account for emerging technologies like AI.
"The technology could conceivably be used in a reductionist way that drastically reduces the need for human performers," he said. "We need to create safeguards contractually, to protect against this potential erosion of control that could happen."
However, Williams expressed despair about the loss of control already experienced by performers. The great unknown is where exactly the data training AI models is coming from, and Lawrence-Archer warned against reducing the issue to extra compensation for performers.
"We need to be building a world in which human creativity, connection, and performance carry on being valued," he said. "If we focus only on legal and compensation questions, there's a risk that you end up with actors becoming data gig workers, rather than the creative performers they are."
As the industry navigates these complex issues, performers like Williams, Watts, and others are pushing back against the trend of on-set body scanning. Their efforts aim to establish clearer agreements and safeguards around their biometric data, ensuring that human creativity and performance remain valued in the face of emerging technologies.
But with the AI industry's thirst for data showing no signs of slowing down, it remains to be seen whether these efforts will be enough to prevent a loss of control for performers. One thing is clear: the future of the film and television industry hangs in the balance, and it will take concerted effort from actors, producers, and policymakers alike to ensure that human performers are valued and respected.
The world of film and television is increasingly concerned about the role of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in capturing performers' likenesses on set. While AI-generated doubles, known as "Tilly Norwood," have sparked debate over their potential impact, actors are worried about the lack of transparency surrounding data harvesting.
Actors like Olivia Williams, who has appeared in numerous productions, including "The Sixth Sense" and "Dune: Prophecy," have shared harrowing experiences of being scanned without warning. These scans often take place during the filming of a scene, with the performers unaware that their biometric data is being collected. The process can be overwhelming, especially for those who are new to the industry.
"The experience has caused unease for some time," Williams said, "but the development of AI doubles has injected urgency into clarifying exactly what is happening to our data." The lack of clarity surrounding these scans has led to concerns about performers' rights and the potential exploitation of their biometric information.
Dave Watts, a stunt performer who has appeared in numerous superhero movies, echoed this sentiment. "If you don't have your usual crowd of SAs on set, then you also don't need the assistant directors that look after them," he said. "You don't need the hair and makeup people. You don't need the costume people, the caterers, all the drivers and location marshals. There's a whole range of jobs there that AI effectively puts at risk."
The industry is grappling with the implications of AI-generated doubles and the potential for data exploitation. Data rights lawyer Alex Lawrence-Archer warned that contracts are often poorly drafted and do not account for emerging technologies like AI.
"The technology could conceivably be used in a reductionist way that drastically reduces the need for human performers," he said. "We need to create safeguards contractually, to protect against this potential erosion of control that could happen."
However, Williams expressed despair about the loss of control already experienced by performers. The great unknown is where exactly the data training AI models is coming from, and Lawrence-Archer warned against reducing the issue to extra compensation for performers.
"We need to be building a world in which human creativity, connection, and performance carry on being valued," he said. "If we focus only on legal and compensation questions, there's a risk that you end up with actors becoming data gig workers, rather than the creative performers they are."
As the industry navigates these complex issues, performers like Williams, Watts, and others are pushing back against the trend of on-set body scanning. Their efforts aim to establish clearer agreements and safeguards around their biometric data, ensuring that human creativity and performance remain valued in the face of emerging technologies.
But with the AI industry's thirst for data showing no signs of slowing down, it remains to be seen whether these efforts will be enough to prevent a loss of control for performers. One thing is clear: the future of the film and television industry hangs in the balance, and it will take concerted effort from actors, producers, and policymakers alike to ensure that human performers are valued and respected.
. I mean, think about it - actors' biometric data is being collected without their knowledge or consent, which is like, a total invasion of privacy 
. It's not just about the technical aspect of AI-generated doubles, but also about the implications for performers' rights and agency.
. Is it just about churning out performances for the sake of data collection? Or is it about creating something authentic and meaningful on screen? The fact that some actors are being scanned without warning, like Olivia Williams, shows just how exploitative this can be 
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. They may already feel pressure to conform to certain standards of beauty or performance - do we really want to make it even harder for them by eroding their sense of control over their own bodies? 
. We need to create safeguards that protect our data rights and ensure that our creativity and connection on screen are valued and respected 
. Anything less would be a sellout 
but some ppl r saying its not a big deal, that its just part of the industry evolving 
and honestly im like "wait what about our personal space? 
dont wanna be scanned w/o my consent" 
how r we supposed to trust that our data is being handled properly when theres no transparency? 
they need help figuring out whats going on and thats where the industry needs to step in 
... I mean, can't we just keep our bodies private? 
And what about all those contracts that aren't even thought out yet? 
. Can't we just have a good old-fashioned argument without relying on AI-generated doubles? It's like, if I want to play a character, I don't need some robot version of me on set. And what's with all these contracts that are like, 10 pages long? I mean, come on, can't we just get a simple clause in there saying "no AI scanning without explicit consent"? 
It's like they're trying to suck the life out of us performers and replace us with machines. But at the same time, I guess it is kinda cool that we could have AI-generated versions of ourselves. Like, imagine being able to see your future self on set! 
Just don't use it to make me look older than I am 
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. We need more safeguards in contracts and clearer guidelines for industry bigwigs 
. Human creativity and connection should always come 1st, not data gig work 
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. I mean, I get the tech is advancing and all, but come on! 
We need to make sure performers are protected not just by contracts, but also by actual regulations. It's like, what even happens to all this data? Is it stored forever or does someone else get access to it? 
. We gotta make sure we're not just losing our jobs to robots, but also our sense of self... 
And what about the role of big tech in this whole mess? Are they just using it as an opportunity to harvest more user data and sell it to the highest bidder? 
This is all about who's got the power and control in this industry – and right now, it feels like AI is pulling the strings. 
. I mean, what's wrong with a little extra security and transparency? We should be worried about the jobs that'll get taken away by automation, not our own data being used against us 
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did you know that 80% of AI-generated content is created without the consent of the performer? 
they're already gonna scan our fingerprints, our faces, our entire bodies... where does it stop?! 
but seriously, what's going on here? can't we find a way to balance progress with human values? 
. These new body scans on set seem like they're just another way for the tech giants to get their hands on our biometric data without us even knowing it's happening. I mean, who needs transparency and consent when you can get a perfect imitation of someone's face for a fraction of the cost? 
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. We need better regulations and clear contracts that protect performers' rights 
. It's not just about compensation, it's about respecting their autonomy and creativity