Actors to be Replaced by AI
ABC News
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- Date Published
- 24 Feb 2026
- Priority Score
- 2
- Australian
- Yes
- Created
- 24 Feb 2026, 03:45 pm
Description
Philip Clark is joined by Nightlife Tech Guru Peter Marks bring listeners up to speed with the latest from the world of tech, and where we are headed with the future of AI.
Summary
The discussion involves the rapid advancements in AI technology, exemplified by a realistic AI-generated video of Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt. Screenwriter Rhett Reese expresses concerns about the future of human actors in the face of such developments, indicating potential existential impacts on the acting profession. Although the article touches on the broader implications of AI on entertainment and employment, it lacks a detailed analysis of catastrophic AI risks. The coverage highlights significant concerns relevant to AI's role in transforming industries but does not delve deeply into specific policy or governance measures.
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Have you spotted the AI video of Tom Cruise and Brad Pitt fighting on social media? A stunningly realistic piece that has been made by Chinese firm ByteDance. Screenwriter Rhett Reese of Deadpool & Wolverine, Zombieland fame spotted the video and posted some extensive thoughts on X stating, 'I hate to say it, It's likely over for us'. Philip Clark is joined by Nightlife Tech Guru Peter Marks bring listeners up to speed with the latest from the world of tech, and where we are headed with the future of AI. Image DetailsCan artificial intelligence create the empathetic roles of a movie actor?(Pixabay: geralt; license)Program:More from NightlifeArts, Cultural and Entertainment Events, Arts, Culture and Entertainment, Business, Economics and Finance, Community and Society, Human Interest, Lifestyle and Leisure, Science and Technology Appears In Misconceptions of Older Australians, Nightlife News Breakdown, History, Tech Talk, Mighty Challenge, IssuesDuration: 3 hours 54 minutes 59 seconds3h 54m5 itemsIn this episode1 of 5Hey Boomer, why all the silly stereotypes?Duration: 47 minutes 12 seconds47m 2 of 5Nightlife News Breakdown - Ron Mizen - Australian Financial ReviewDuration: 20 minutes 7 seconds20m 3 of 5Typewriter invention will end handwritingDuration: 17 minutes 53 seconds17m 4 of 5PlayingActors to be sacked for AIDuration: 13 minutes 38 seconds13m 5 of 5The Mighty Challenge Tuesday February 24th 2026Duration: 1 hour 8 minutes 4 seconds1h 8m