AI-Enhanced Movies Dominate Oscars Amid Backlash Over Technology’s Role In Filmmaking

Two movies dominated the 2025 Oscar nominations, despite facing backlash for using AI technology. The Brutalist received ten nominations, and Emilia Pérez is a musical about a transgender cartel leader. Both films sparked controversy over their use of AI. "The Brutalist" employed AI to enhance Hungarian dialogue and visuals in its finale, while "Emilia Pérez" used AI to blend Gascón's voice with a co-writer's singing. Directors defended their creative choices, stating AI refined performances without altering the actors' contributions. Critics raised concerns about AI’s role in Hollywood, a contentious topic since the 2023 writers' and actors' strikes.