Duncan Crabtree-Ireland

Duncan Crabtree-Ireland, National Executive Director and Chief Negotiator of SAG-AFTRA, dives into the implications of Sora 2, an AI video tool that risks infringing on performers' likeness rights. He discusses the urgency for Hollywood to address these challenges, including why studios have yet to take legal action against OpenAI. Duncan also touches on the controversial AI actress Tilly Norwood and outlines protective measures for performers against unauthorized use. The conversation emphasizes the crucial balance between innovation and safeguarding creative rights.

Duncan Crabtree-Ireland, SAG-AFTRA's national executive director and chief negotiator, dives into the dynamics of actor negotiations and AI in the industry. He discusses the critical battle for AI protections and labor rights, emphasizing the new 16-page AI rules that aim to safeguard actors' digital likenesses. Duncan shares his thoughts on the potential for AI-generated films and stresses the importance of policy wins, like New York's disclosure law for AI content. The conversation also touches on studio negotiations, member priorities, and the industry's response to technological disruption.

Duncan Crabtree-Ireland, SAG-AFTRA's national executive director, discusses the end of the 118-day actors strike and the AI concerns during negotiations. They highlight the importance of finding creative solutions, address compensation negotiations and goals, and reflect on the challenges faced during the strike. The atmosphere and dynamics of meetings are explored, along with the hope for better dialogue in the future.