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Nicolas Cage Calls AI Performances a 'Dead End', as 'Robots Cannot Reflect the Human Condition'

Mar 19,2025 Author: Harper

Nicolas Cage has issued a stark warning against the use of artificial intelligence in acting, asserting that actors who allow AI to influence their performances are heading towards "a dead end." In his Saturn Awards acceptance speech for Best Actor (for his role in Dream Scenario), Cage passionately argued that robots are incapable of capturing the complexities of the human condition.

He expressed gratitude to director Kristoffer Borgli, praising his vision for Dream Scenario, before turning his attention to the burgeoning AI landscape. "But there is another world that is also disturbing me," Cage stated, referring to the increasing integration of AI in filmmaking. He firmly believes that actors should resist AI's influence, emphasizing that allowing AI to manipulate even a small aspect of a performance will inevitably compromise the integrity and authenticity of the art. He argued that the core purpose of art, especially acting, is to reflect the human experience through a deeply personal and emotional creative process—a task AI is simply not equipped to handle. He warned that unchecked AI influence will ultimately lead to art devoid of genuine emotion and human connection, resulting in a homogenized and soulless product. He urged his fellow actors to protect their authentic expressions from AI interference.

Nicolas Cage has warned against the use of AI. Photo by Gregg DeGuire/Variety via Getty Images.

Cage's concerns are not unique. The use of AI, particularly in voice acting, has sparked controversy, with several actors voicing similar concerns. Ned Luke, known for his role in Grand Theft Auto 5, criticized a chatbot that replicated his voice, while The Witcher voice actor Doug Cockle acknowledged AI's inevitability but warned of its potential dangers, highlighting the threat to actors' livelihoods.

The filmmaking community is similarly divided. While Tim Burton expressed deep unease about AI-generated art, Zack Snyder advocated for embracing AI technology rather than resisting it.

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