The AI Backlash Surrounding The Brutalist: A Deep Dive into AI's Role in Modern Filmmaking
The revelation that The Brutalist , directed by Brady Corbet, employed AI tools in its production has sparked a fresh and heated debate surrounding the increasing role of artificial intelligence in filmmaking. The film, which has garnered significant attention during this awards season and is considered a strong contender for a Best Picture nomination at the Oscars, tells the story of László Tóth, a fictional Hungarian-Jewish architect (played by Adrien Brody) who is forced to immigrate to the United States after World War II. Set against the backdrop of postwar Europe, The Brutalist is a visually striking film, reflecting both the architectural movement of Brutalism and a dedication to the cinematic style of mid-20th-century American cinema. One of the most controversial aspects of the film’s production is its use of AI-enhanced voice software developed by the Ukrainian company Respeecher. The AI was employed to adjust the Hungarian accents of Brody and his co-star, Felicity Jones, a...