James Cameron came out swinging against AI-generated performers in Hainan, saying he “wouldn’t do it” and openly doubting whether replacing actors with algorithms is “desirable” at all. Speaking at a packed masterclass at the seventh Hainan Island International Film Festival (HIIFF), the “Avatar: Fire and Ash” director weighed in firmly on the side of flesh-and-blood […]
James Cameron Rejects AI Actors at Hainan Festival: ‘I Wouldn’t Do It. Is It Desirable?’
Dec 9, 2025 | 7:58 AM