Tom Cruise says AI won’t mean the end of cinema: 'People want to see real things'

Tom Cruise appeared at a BAFTA event in London to discuss AI's potential impact on cinema. The "Mission: Impossible" star gave a six-minute speech on the importance of human creativity in the arts. Cruise noted that the theatrical experience is "a different art form" and that people still crave the real-world experience of watching movies in theaters.

Despite acknowledging that AI is "coming, and it’s going to happen," Cruise emphasized that audiences "want to see real things" and "human" elements in their films. He concluded by urging human creatives to "keep creating" in the face of the technology's growing presence in the industry. Cruise's comments come as Hollywood grapples with the potential consequences of AI on creative professionals.

The topic remains contentious, with some, like Martin Scorsese and George Lucas, expressing reservations about its use. Actress Gal Gadot also shared her thoughts on AI, stating she fears for its impact on jobs but is learning to work with the technology. The discussion has sparked backlash, with many fearing AI could replace human actors and filmmakers.

Tom Cruise's appearance at the event coincided with the release of his upcoming film, "Digger," which is garnering attention for its direction by Alejandro González Iñárritu and its star-studded cast.