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May 6, 2026
Oscars Blocks AI-Generated Films in New Rules
The Oscars is cracking down on AI in filmmaking, with new rules requiring human authorship for acting and writing categories to ensure award eligibility
TL;DR
- The Academy now requires acting performances to be demonstrably by humans and writing to be human-authored for Oscar eligibility.
- AI tools used in filmmaking outside of acting and writing will neither help nor harm a project's chances of nomination.
- The Academy reserves the right to request more information about the use of Generative AI in creative works.
- The new rules were implemented as AI becomes more prevalent in creative fields, mirroring human work.
- The 2023 Hollywood writers' strike highlighted concerns about AI's role in scriptwriting.
- Actors and unions have expressed concerns about AI, such as the case of Gen AI actress Tilly Norwood.
- The World AI Film Festival, however, suggests embracing new technology rather than fearing it.