The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has established new regulations stating that only performances by human actors who have given their consent can be considered for acting awards. For screenwriting categories, the stipulation is even more stringent: scripts must be authored by human beings. This means that, hypothetically, an AI performer like Tilly Norwood is ineligible for an Oscar, despite claims from her creators that she could play a significant role in the film industry and draw interest from studios. Additionally, the new guidelines eliminate the possibility of awarding posthumous Oscars. Even if an actor had authorized the use of their likeness while alive, they cannot receive an award if they did not personally perform the role. Recent discussions have highlighted the case of Val Kilmer, whose family has advocated for the use of AI technology in his return in the independent film Deep as in the Grave, asserting that it was done with the family's consent and adhered to SAG regulations. However, the Academy has not prohibited the incorporation of AI in filmmaking. The guidelines clarify that the use of AI and other digital resources "neither helps nor harms" a film's chances for nominations. The essential requirement is that a human must be at the core of the creative process. Should the Academy have any inquiries, it can seek further clarification regarding the employment of AI and the authorship of the final product.
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