One producer said that, when she discussed AI filmmakers with industry peers, she could sense the same contempt in the looks they exchanged. AI filmmakers generally agree that some forms of expression and performance still require live-action production. After the noveltyWhether the early success of AI filmmakers can continue is uncertain. He believes much of the attention surrounding AI filmmakers comes from the public’s “shock.” Acclaimed director Jia Zhangke’s first AI work, Wheat Harvest, made with Kling AI, also received a wave of negative reviews.