The Current State of the WGA Strike: An Update

The ongoing Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike continues to escalate with more aggressive tactics being employed by guild members, differing significantly from the last major strike 15 years ago​. The strike, which began on May 2, 2023, has centered around the steady erosion of writers’ incomes during the streaming era. The major studios andContinue reading “The Current State of the WGA Strike: An Update”

When Bytes Meet Scripts: The Role of AI Screenwriting in Hollywood’s Unfolding Narrative

The 21st century has ushered in a thrilling epoch of innovation in the form of AI screenwriting. Yet, as we delve into the paradoxes and potentials of this new technology, we also find ourselves entwined in the ongoing human struggles within the industry. The current Writers Guild of America (WGA) strike underscores the enduring battleContinue reading “When Bytes Meet Scripts: The Role of AI Screenwriting in Hollywood’s Unfolding Narrative”

Structuring the Script: AI Screenwriting and the Enduring Human Quandary

Screenwriting, a craft steeped in tradition, is facing a dramatic upheaval. The rise of artificial intelligence, in particular AI screenwriting, is forging a new path in an industry notorious for its high barriers to entry and rigid conventions. This development carries a paradoxical duality; on the one hand, it heralds a wealth of opportunities forContinue reading “Structuring the Script: AI Screenwriting and the Enduring Human Quandary”

Uncharted Territories

Welcome to the inaugural post of “AI in Screen Trade: Hollywood and the Future of Storytelling.” This blog is designed to serve as a confluence of ideas and discussions about the rapidly evolving intersection of artificial intelligence (AI) and the screenwriting business. We are here to explore, to question, and to envision the future, whileContinue reading “Uncharted Territories”