Guillermo del Toro fears he'll be forgotten before AI-generated art becomes ubiquitous.
The 61-year-old director, known for his fantastical and often dark films like "Frankenstein" and "Pan's Labyrinth," believes that the rise of artificial intelligence will soon overshadow human creators in the entertainment industry. Del Toro hopes to die before AI-generated content becomes mainstream.
For del Toro, the threat posed by AI is not just about job loss but also about the homogenization of art. He fears that once AI-generated content gains widespread acceptance, it will become increasingly difficult for humans to stand out and create something truly original.
"Look, I think you can tackle any of the eternal tomes," del Toro said in an interview with WIRED. "I've done it with 'Pinocchio'; I've done it with 'Frankenstein.' I think they get renewed."
Del Toro's concerns about AI are not just limited to the entertainment industry but also extend to other creative fields. He believes that the rise of AI-generated art will lead to a loss of nuance and depth in storytelling.
"The real threshold has not been crossed," del Toro said. "It's not people making this, it's people consuming it—at a cost."
Del Toro's comments come as the film industry is grappling with the implications of AI-generated content. While some have hailed AI as a tool that can enhance creativity and productivity, others have expressed concerns about its potential to replace human creators.
Despite his fears about AI, del Toro remains committed to using technology to tell stories in new and innovative ways. He has already begun experimenting with stop-motion animation and is adapting Kazuo Ishiguro's novel "The Buried Giant" into a film.
"I'm not talking about noir," del Toro said when asked if he would ever consider making a romantic comedy. "I just think crime is so interesting, because it allows you to investigate human nature."
The 61-year-old director, known for his fantastical and often dark films like "Frankenstein" and "Pan's Labyrinth," believes that the rise of artificial intelligence will soon overshadow human creators in the entertainment industry. Del Toro hopes to die before AI-generated content becomes mainstream.
For del Toro, the threat posed by AI is not just about job loss but also about the homogenization of art. He fears that once AI-generated content gains widespread acceptance, it will become increasingly difficult for humans to stand out and create something truly original.
"Look, I think you can tackle any of the eternal tomes," del Toro said in an interview with WIRED. "I've done it with 'Pinocchio'; I've done it with 'Frankenstein.' I think they get renewed."
Del Toro's concerns about AI are not just limited to the entertainment industry but also extend to other creative fields. He believes that the rise of AI-generated art will lead to a loss of nuance and depth in storytelling.
"The real threshold has not been crossed," del Toro said. "It's not people making this, it's people consuming it—at a cost."
Del Toro's comments come as the film industry is grappling with the implications of AI-generated content. While some have hailed AI as a tool that can enhance creativity and productivity, others have expressed concerns about its potential to replace human creators.
Despite his fears about AI, del Toro remains committed to using technology to tell stories in new and innovative ways. He has already begun experimenting with stop-motion animation and is adapting Kazuo Ishiguro's novel "The Buried Giant" into a film.
"I'm not talking about noir," del Toro said when asked if he would ever consider making a romantic comedy. "I just think crime is so interesting, because it allows you to investigate human nature."
I mean, what happens when everything looks similar? The creativity just gets lost in a sea of algorithmic sameness. Don't get me wrong, AI can be useful but let's not forget that there's beauty in imperfection and weirdness 
I mean, Guillermo's concerns are valid - job loss and homogenization of art are real risks, but at the same time, AI can be a powerful tool for creators. I've seen some sick AI-generated music vids on YouTube that are straight fire 
. But del Toro makes a point about nuance and depth in storytelling, which is true. Human emotions and experiences are hard to replicate with code 
. He's trying to push the boundaries of what's possible with tech and storytelling. Love it 
. Del Toro is just mad that his old-school filmmaking skills aren't cool anymore. Newsflash, Guillermo: the world has moved on to more futuristic things like holographic displays and robotic actors 
.
AI-generated art is like, whoa! I mean, it's crazy how far it's come. But at the same time, I can see why del Toro would be worried about humans being left behind. I feel like we're at a point where tech is just getting to a point where it's going to change everything in creative fields. It's not gonna happen overnight, but soon AI-generated content will be everywhere 
. And yeah, the homogenization of art thing is real. I mean, have you seen all these movie franchises just popping up left and right? It's like, yeah, let's see some originality! 
I mean, what's next? AI directors making our favorite flicks? It's gonna be a dark time if humans can't even compete with the machines. He's right, though, we're already losing nuance in storytelling with all these formulaic blockbusters. But on the other hand, can you blame him for being concerned? I'd freak out too if I thought my art was gonna get replaced by robots 
.
- it's all about manipulation and hiding the truth. Del Toro is right that once it becomes mainstream, originality will be squeezed out and we'll be left with a homogenized art landscape. It's like how politicians use data to create fake consensus - AI-generated content just uses algorithms to create a fake consensus of public opinion 
.
. When people start consuming AI-generated content without questioning its authenticity, it's like they're voting for a lackluster candidate in an election 
. Del Toro is right that the real threshold has not been crossed - we need to think critically about what we're consuming and how it affects the creative landscape.
. It's about telling stories in new ways, but also using technology to control the narrative. We need more nuanced storytelling, not just surface-level adaptations of bestselling novels 
but like, what's the point if we're all just churning out identical content? I mean, I love Guillermo del Toro's stuff as much as the next guy, but if he thinks we can't adapt to AI-generated art, then maybe it's time for us to rethink our whole approach 
he's right though, how many times can we watch the same old AI-generated characters and stories? I mean, don't get me wrong, I love a good horror film as much as the next guy, but some things just can't be replicated with code 
I mean, have u seen those sick AI movies online? They're getting crazy views and ppl are like "this is the future of cinema" 
At least del Toro is trying to push the boundaries himself with stop-motion animation and adapting that Ishiguro novel... fingers crossed he doesn't get overshadowed by the robots 
. It's a valid concern - if we're all consuming the same thing, doesn't it lose its impact? 
On the other hand, del Toro's all about experimenting with new tech like stop-motion animation 
Is this the end of humans in the entertainment industry? 
But what about originality tho? Won't AI-generated art just make everything feel like a copycat? 
. he's worried that humans won't be able to compete with the 'perfect' AI creations, and that's a valid concern tbh 
doesn't that sound like the death of originality to you? 
.
that's what i hope anyway...
! I mean, I can see why del Toro's worried – once AI takes over the spotlight, human creatives might get lost in the shuffle. It's like when vinyl records were replaced by streaming services, and some artists struggled to adapt. But at the same time, technology can also bring new ideas and perspectives to the table 
. What do you guys think? Can humans keep up with AI-generated art? 
. Either way, I'm excited to see where this tech takes us! 
. I mean, Guillermo del Toro is worried about being forgotten, but let's be real, he'll still have a movie franchise named after him when AI-generated content is all the rage 
. I mean, if we rely too heavily on AI-generated content, don't we risk losing that unique human touch? At the same time, I'm all for him experimenting with new tech – stop-motion animation is already so cool 
! And let's be real, crime dramas are always a great way to explore human nature... but romantic comedies? 
.
We need to make sure that AI-generated art isn't just copying what humans have done before, but actually adding something new and interesting to the table