Tilda Swinton Says AI ‘Doesn’t Have a Chance’ Against Cinema That Avoids Formula at Cannes Masterclass
Tilda Swinton discussed the impact of artificial intelligence on cinema during a masterclass at the Cannes Film Festival. She argued that AI poses a threat only if filmmakers resort to formulaic storytelling, emphasizing the importance of creating unique and adventurous experiences for audiences. Swinton believes that cinema will continue to thrive as long as it remains a human endeavor that embraces risk-taking.
- ▪Tilda Swinton spoke at a Cannes Film Festival masterclass about the relationship between cinema and artificial intelligence.
- ▪She stated that AI doesn't pose a threat as long as filmmakers avoid predictable storytelling.
- ▪Swinton emphasized the need for unique and adventurous experiences in cinema to keep audiences engaged.
Opening excerpt (first ~120 words) tap to expand
Home Film Festivals May 21, 2026 7:46am PT Tilda Swinton Says AI ‘Doesn’t Have a Chance’ Against Cinema That Avoids Formula at Cannes Masterclass By Naman Ramachandran Plus Icon Naman Ramachandran Latest MC Jin, Pacific Music Group Launch Family Style Records Imprint (EXCLUSIVE) 2 hours ago Prashanth Neel Says NTR’s ‘Dragon’ Is His ‘Biggest Attempt at a Patriotic Movie,’ Confirms ‘Salaar’ Sequel to Follow 4 hours ago Hollywood Ventures Group Options Namratha Stanley’s ‘Vineyard Melody’ (EXCLUSIVE) 8 hours ago See All Getty Images Tilda Swinton drew a sharp line between cinema and artificial intelligence at a Cannes Film Festival masterclass, arguing that AI poses a genuine threat only when filmmakers default to the predictable.
…
Excerpt limited to ~120 words for fair-use compliance. The full article is at Variety.
Discussion
0 commentsMore from Variety
