Authenticity & Human-Led Creativity in AI Era

James Gray argues younger audiences seek intentional human struggle over algorithmic polish. Hank Green's AI reckoning, del Toro anti-AI stance, and Academy authorship test reinforce value of human-led creativity. Robert Richardson's call for new Oscar category for AI-assisted work highlights need for ethical guardrails. Higgsfield's likeness licensing framework operationalizes consent. Roku's Fairground AI backlash shows audience demand for authentic, crafted content over cheap AI volume. Ongoing debate on authenticity in AI-assisted filmmaking.