‘People have big concerns’: Emily Blunt shares her thoughts on AI and new technologies

Emily Blunt and Ryan Gosling’s latest film, The Fall Guy, shines a spotlight on the people who work behind the screen to make a movie amid the heavy use of artificial intelligence. In a recent interview, the actress expressed her thoughts on AI and new technologies.

“AI is something that makes us all nervous,” said Emily Blunt, speaking to The Times. AI has been the cause of several people losing their jobs in the film industry and elsewhere.

Fall Guy actress Emily Blunt shares her thoughts on AI and new technologies

Ryan Gosling shared with The Times a moment during production when a prop master carefully prepared a mug for his character. It served as a vital example of how important every human being working behind the scenes is.

Conversation in the interview turned to a viral BBC email discussing replacing actors with computers – a reference to recent news that AI replaced Sara Poyzer in a project – which surprised Blunt and caused her to express broader reservations. about artificial intelligence.

Blunt acknowledged technological developments, but also spoke about his growing concerns. She said: “It’s extraordinary what human beings have done with technology, but that doesn’t mean you should necessarily use it.”

The actress further questioned: “Is it for our greater good? For the good of cinema? For people’s work? I don’t know.”

Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt’s new film focuses on practical stunts rather than AI

The Fall Guy revolves around a stuntman who gets involved in a twisted plot. Ryan Gosling has already appeared on the red carpet alongside his stunt doubles at the film’s premiere.

Gosling talked about the new film he made alongside Blunt and how much emphasis he placed on practical stunts. He said that although the film was filmed before the strikes and amid concerns about artificial intelligence, it remains timely, especially with Ryan’s character wearing an IATSE (International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employees) union T-shirt.

Emily Blunt previously commented on the algorithm during Oppenheimer’s promotion. In an interview at the time, she expressed hatred for the term and questioned: “How can it be associated with art and content? How can we let him determine what will be successful and what will not?”

Meanwhile, both stars Ryan Gosling and Emily Blunt noted the importance of the film crew working tirelessly on sets to make a film production a success. Blunt expressed concern about the takeover of AI and new technologies. For the unversed, artificial intelligence was one of the notable reasons behind the screenwriters’ strike, accompanied by actors who shut down Hollywood for months.