The entertainment world is in an uproar over Tilly Norwood, an AI-generated actress. SAG-AFTRA, a major actors' union, is furious. They say Tilly is a threat to real actors' jobs and livelihoods. The union claims Tilly was created using actors' work without permission or pay. They argue that AI can't replace the human touch in acting.

Actors like Emily Blunt and Whoopi Goldberg have spoken out. Blunt found the idea of AI actors scary. Goldberg, while acknowledging AI's current limitations, warned of its future impact. She said AI could disrupt not just Hollywood, but many industries.

The creator of Tilly, Eline Van der Velden, sees things differently. She believes AI is a new tool for creativity. She compares it to animation or CGI, saying it opens new possibilities. Others argue AI offers complete control over performances. They say it can avoid human limitations like aging or scheduling conflicts.

Critics say Hollywood's panic is partly their own fault. They argue the industry has been making mediocre content. They say Hollywood has focused too much on ideology and not enough on good storytelling. This has made the industry vulnerable to disruption from AI and independent creators.

The debate is heating up. Some see AI as a threat to human artistry. Others see it as a new way to create. The future of acting may hinge on this battle between actors and algorithms.

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