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Hollywood Was Cooked Before AI, and Now It's Only Getting Worse

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Briefings

Hollywood experienced a steady decline from the pandemic through the introduction of AI tools, with writer Hayes Davenport noting that concerns about AI existed before chatbots became prominent. The podcast highlights a shift in norms among entertainment professionals and Davenport's comparison of the current situation to New York's challenges. Key facts include the 2026 publication date, Davenport's role as creative director of LA Material, and the mention of Paramount settling lawsuits to aid Warner Bros. The evidence covers the period from the pandemic to present but lacks specific data on AI adoption rates or exact financial losses.

Key points

• Writer Hayes Davenport, currently creative director of LA Material, stated that concerns about AI existed before chatbots became prominent in Hollywood.
• Davenport compares the current decline in Hollywood to New York's changing norms, noting that writers are earning less and fewer shoots are taking place in Los Angeles.

Context and limitations

The evidence covers the period from the pandemic to present but lacks specific data on AI adoption rates or exact financial losses. The podcast does not provide specific numbers on AI usage among entertainment professionals or detailed financial figures for Hollywood.

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