Bong Joon-ho on AI in Film: A Surprising Benefit Amidst Caution

At the Marrakesh Film Festival, renowned director Bong Joon-ho, known for his acclaimed films «Parasite» and «Mickey 17,» shared his views on the use of artificial intelligence in filmmaking.

According to the director, AI has the potential to benefit humanity as it prompts people to reflect on the remarkable technological advancements they can achieve. He jokingly mentioned that he might form a military unit to eliminate artificial intelligence.

During the festival, Bong Joon-ho expressed his support for actress Jenna Ortega («Wednesday») regarding the role of AI in cinema. She also commented that neural networks could inspire artists to produce more captivating works.