Trending Now - Seth Rogen Criticizes AI Script Writing, Questions Writers' Integrity
WHO:
The Hollywood Reporter - Rogen attended Cannes in support of "Tangles," Leah Nelson’s latest animated feature, which features a voice cast including Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Abbi Jacobson, Bryan Cranston, Sarah Silverman, Bowen Yang, Wanda Sykes, Beanie Feldstein, and Samira Wiley. Rogen also serves as a producer of the film.
Variety - Seth Rogen, a 2x Golden Globe winner, and his wife Lauren Miller Rogen are involved in the discussion about AI in filmmaking.
WHAT:
The Hollywood Reporter - Rogen stated, “If your instinct is to use AI and not go through that process, you shouldn’t be a writer, because then you’re not writing.”
The Hollywood Reporter - Rogen expressed that he enjoys the writing process and said, “The idea of a tool that makes me write less is not appealing to me, because I like writing.”
The Hollywood Reporter - The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences announced updates to its rules and regulations, which included a crackdown on the use of AI as it pertains to acting performances that are eligible to receive Oscar nominations.
TMZ - Rogen stated that writers using AI should "find a different career."
Variety - Seth Rogen stated that if someone uses AI to write stories or scripts, they “shouldn’t be a writer.”
Deadline - Rogen described AI-generated content as “stupid dog shit.”
WHERE:
Variety - The comments were made at the Cannes Film Festival.
WHY:
Variety - Rogen expressed confusion about the purpose of AI in filmmaking, questioning its role in the creative process.
HOW:
Variety - Rogen's remarks were made during an interview with Brut.
(UPDATED May 17, 2026 06:04 UTC)
In a recent statement, Rogen emphasized the importance of the writing process, declaring that if someone’s instinct is to rely on AI instead of engaging in that process, they shouldn't consider themselves a writer. He expressed his enjoyment of writing, stating that the idea of a tool that reduces his writing efforts is unappealing to him. Meanwhile, the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences has announced new rules aimed at limiting the use of AI in acting performances eligible for Oscar nominations, as Rogen attended Cannes to support the animated feature "Tangles," which he produced and features a star-studded voice cast.
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(UPDATED May 17, 2026 04:17 UTC)
In a recent interview, Seth Rogen expressed strong opinions about the use of AI in writing, stating that those who rely on artificial intelligence should "find a different career." His comments have sparked discussions within the entertainment industry about the role of technology in creative fields. Rogen's remarks highlight ongoing concerns about the impact of AI on traditional writing jobs.
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(UPDATED May 16, 2026 21:21 UTC)
Seth Rogen, a two-time Golden Globe winner, and his wife Lauren Miller Rogen are currently discussing the role of AI in filmmaking at the Cannes Film Festival. During an interview with Brut, Rogen expressed strong opinions, stating that anyone who uses AI to write stories or scripts “shouldn’t be a writer,” and he referred to AI-generated content as “stupid dog shit.” He also shared his confusion about the purpose of AI in the creative process, questioning its value in storytelling.