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James Gray on AI and His Career

Updated 2026-08-06 11:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

Director James Gray expressed skepticism about the use of AI in filmmaking, stating that it is 'worthless.' He also discussed his current career status and future plans. The interview took place at the Locarno Film Festival.

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James Gray Says AI Is ‘Worthless’ and Explains Why. Despite Locarno’s ‘Old Man’s Award,’ His Prime Is ‘Right Now’: ‘I Owe the World One or Two Truly Great Movies’

Over 30 years into his career, James Gray isn’t following any trends. And he’s not about to start now. “This idea that we’re supposed to always try to be ‘new’… That doesn’t really mean anything. Many people say: ‘Oh, it’s important for a work to be fresh.’ The older I get, the more I realize

2026-08-06 11:50 UTC