Lionsgate AI Partnership Sparks Controversy

Lionsgate has partnered with AI company Runway to develop a custom AI model trained on its vast film and TV archive. The AI tool will assist in preproduction and postproduction tasks such as storyboarding and generating special effects, aiming to boost efficiency and reduce costs. While some filmmakers are excited about the technology's potential, the partnership has drawn criticism amid concerns over job losses and the impact on creative industries. Notably, the deal comes after significant resistance to AI during the 2023 Hollywood actors' strike. Runway is currently facing legal issues over alleged copyright infringement, which adds another layer of controversy to the collaboration.