The Impact of Generative AI on the Film Industry: Opportunities, Challenges, and Ethical Implications

This thesis will explore how generative AI technologies are transforming the film industry, focusing on areas such as content creation, workforce substitution (e.g., for writers, animators, and digital actors), and the application of deepfake technologies. It will also examine issues related to copyright, intellectual property, and the ethical challenges associated with AI-generated content, as well as the economic impact on traditional industry roles.