The Academy announced yesterday that it is updating the rules for voting on films for the Oscars, including a partial acceptance of AI usage in films nominated for the award. The technology has divided artists in the industry.
The Oscar rules now state that artificial intelligence and other digital tools “neither help nor harm the chances of securing a nomination.” However, the Academy added that the more human involvement in the creation of a film, the more likely it is to win an award. There had been consideration of changing the submission process to require disclosure of AI usage, but this was ultimately not implemented.
A few days ago, the Academy added a new category for stunt performers to the awards, set to be introduced in 2027.
AI was widely discussed in Hollywood when it was revealed that “The Brutalist,” a film nominated for 10 Oscars, had used the technology to enhance the Hungarian accents of the actors. Some defended the filmmakers, while others condemned the use of artificial intelligence as unethical. Other nominated films, such as “Emilia Pérez” and “Dune: Part Two,” also used AI tools for enhancements.
Another updated rule is that members of the Committee are now required to watch all nominated films in each category before voting in the final round. This will not be subject to verification, as voters are simply asked to confirm it on their ballots.
