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The tension manifests in issues around intellectual property, with corporations buying up rights to artists’ work or using AI to clone styles without compensation. Hollywood executives view AI as an opportunity to cut costs on CGI, extras, and post-production, potentially leading to job losses, but also raising fears about authenticity and artistic integrity.
The Cultural Divide and the Significance of Humor and Morality
Humor—especially in the age of social media and the internet—has become a battleground. Comedians like David Lucas and others grapple with how far they can push boundaries without inviting backlash. The fundamental dilemma revolves around free speech versus censorship: should jokes about sensitive topics be off-limits or part of honest discussion?