Actor Leonardo DiCaprio recently commented on the evolving landscape of the film industry.
In an interview with The Times, DiCaprio addressed changes within the sector, noting the increased demand for streaming services and their effect on traditional moviegoing. He stated, "Dramas only get finite time and people wait to see it on streamers. I don’t know. Do people still have the appetite? Or will cinemas become silos — like jazz bars?"
DiCaprio expressed hope that filmmakers would continue to release projects in cinemas, saying, "I just hope enough people, who are real visionaries, get opportunities to do unique things in the future that are seen in the cinema."
Regarding artificial intelligence, DiCaprio suggested its potential as an "enhancement tool for a young filmmaker." However, he differentiated AI-generated content from human art, asserting that authentic art must originate from human beings.
He further explained that while AI-generated mashups can be technically impressive, they lack the "humanity" and "anchoring" present in human-created art, often dissipating without lasting impact.