James Gray Says AI Is ‘Worthless’ and Explains Why, Despite Locarno’s ‘Old Man’s Award,’ His Prime Is ‘Right Now’: ‘I Owe the World One or Two Truly Great Movies’

Director James Gray, three decades into his filmmaking career, has sharp words for artificial intelligence—Variety reports he dismissed it as worthless. Gray made the remarks at the Locarno Film Festival, where he received what he called an 'Old Man's Award.' Despite the recognition, Gray insists his best work still lies ahead, saying he owes the world one or two truly great movies.

Listen to this story

Hear this and more stories in a personalized audio briefing.

Open The Chonkerton