Embracing AI: Demi Moore’s Call to the Film Industry at Cannes

Demi Moore emphasizes the importance of collaborating with AI in the film industry, as Cannes Film Festival highlights the debate of technology's role in cinema. As one of the jury members, Moore questions the industry's readiness to protect itself, while Park Chan-wook discusses Korea's cinematic rise.

At the opening of the Cannes Film Festival, Demi Moore urged the film industry to find productive ways to incorporate artificial intelligence, emphasizing that resisting it is futile. Moore, speaking ahead of her role on the prestigious Cannes jury, highlighted AI's inevitable presence in cinema.

Moore, who is participating in Cannes as part of the nine-member jury set to award the Palme d'Or, expressed doubts about whether the industry is adequately prepared to safeguard against AI disruptions. The festival has become a platform for discussing AI, as it continues to prohibit generative AI in competition.

In a historic moment for the festival, filmmaker Park Chan-wook became the first Korean jury president. He reflected on Korea's significant position within the global cinema industry and how expanded industry boundaries made his leadership role possible. Park committed to impartiality, ensuring all competition films receive due consideration.