The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has drawn a clear line on the role of artificial intelligence in filmmaking, confirming that only human-led performances and writing will be eligible for Oscar recognition.
Under the updated rules, acting must be “demonstrably performed by humans,” while scripts must be fully written by people to qualify for awards. The move signals a notable shift as the film industry grapples with the growing influence of AI tools in creative work.
The clarification comes amid increasing experimentation with AI in Hollywood, including digital recreations of actors such as Val Kilmer and the emergence of fully AI-generated performers. Concerns over such practices were also a key issue during recent writers’ strikes, where creatives pushed back against the use of AI in storytelling.
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While AI is not being banned outright, the Academy emphasised that recognition will depend on the extent of human creative input. It said projects using AI in other areas will still be considered, but the focus will remain on human authorship at the core of award-winning work.
