OpenAI’s generative AI chatbot, ChatGPT, has made waves on the internet, but “Black Mirror” creator Charlie Brooker remains unimpressed. In a recent interview with Empire Magazine, Brooker revealed that when he asked ChatGPT to create a new episode for his dystopian sci-fi series, the AI chatbot merely generated a summary of existing episodes. Although the output appeared plausible at first glance, Brooker deemed it to be severely lacking in quality.
Despite Brooker’s apparent disappointment, some believe that AI could potentially be used to generate new content for TV series. Actress and computer scientist Justine Bateman discussed the concept of training AI on older TV series, such as “Family Ties,” to create additional seasons. As generative AI technology continues to develop, the idea of such programs replacing human writers raises concerns, particularly in light of the ongoing Writers Guild of America strike.
Screenwriter and TV producer Josh Friedman stated that although AI-generated material is an accepted reality in the industry, it is not considered proper creative screenplay material. The worry among writers is that studios might resort to using AI to produce substandard content and then hire a single writer to make revisions – a task that would typically involve a team of writers.
This sentiment is echoed by writer and producer Molly Nussbaum, who argued that employing AI to write content could be seen as high-tech plagiarism. Nussbaum questioned the difference between using AI to write a college paper, which is deemed plagiarism, and using AI to write a pitch.
In summary, while AI-generated content, such as ChatGPT, has attracted attention and generated some interest, it remains a controversial topic. The potential impact of AI on human writers and the eventual quality of the content produced present a divide within the creative community. As generative AI technology improves, the debate surrounding its use within the entertainment industry is expected to continue.
Source: Decrypt
