Overview
- Speaking at the festival’s opening In Conversation in Jeddah on Dec. 4, she told creatives not to fear emerging technology such as AI.
- She said the technology is here to stay and can speed production, adding, “Nothing will replace a human” and “our experience and our wisdom.”
- She recounted how her 2002 Chicago Oscar nomination opened doors that helped her pivot into producing and expand Flavor Unit Entertainment.
- She highlighted Flavor Unit’s practice of backing directors who tell diverse stories across generations, noting an age range from their 20s to their 50s.
- Coverage situated her remarks within a broader industry reassessment of AI, with James Cameron cited as one prominent figure revising his view.