Steven Spielberg Stands Firm Against AI in Filmmaking: 'Don’t Want It to Make Creative Decisions'

Steven Spielberg, the acclaimed director known for films like 'Schindler’s List' and 'Jurassic Park,' has voiced his opposition to the use of artificial intelligence in the creative process of filmmaking. Speaking at an event in California, Spielberg made it clear that he values human creativity and intuition over AI-driven decisions.

Spielberg stated, “I do not want AI to make creative decisions that I cannot make myself. And I don’t want to use AI as a non-human colleague in order to work out my creative thinking.” This stance comes 24 years after he directed 'AI Artificial Intelligence,' a film that explored the themes of human-like robots and sentience.

The film, which delved into the emotional and ethical implications of advanced AI, has become even more relevant today as AI technology continues to advance. Spielberg noted, “The focus was not on artificial intelligence, but rather on sentient existence. It was not exactly where AI is bringing us now. Eventually, AI and robotics will converge.”

While Spielberg acknowledges the potential benefits of AI in certain areas, he believes that creative work should remain a human domain. He shared his concerns about how technology can replace human talent, drawing from his experience with 'Jurassic Park.' “That kind of made certain careers somewhat extinct. So, I’m very sensitive to things that AI may do to take work away from people,” he said.

Spielberg has not yet employed AI in his films, though he is open to using it in other areas such as budgeting and planning. “I don’t want to use it in front of the camera right now. Not quite yet,” he explained.

Spielberg's latest directorial work, 'The Fabelmans,' was released in 2022 and starred Michelle Williams and Paul Dano. He is also an executive producer on 'Jurassic World: Rebirth,' set to hit theaters on July 2.

Despite the rapid advancements in AI, Spielberg remains committed to preserving the human touch in filmmaking, emphasizing the irreplaceable value of human creativity and intuition.