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Netflix Faces Backlash for AI Recreating Gene Wilder's Voice in Wonka Show
Netflix used AI to replicate the late Gene Wilder's voice for its new Wonka show, with estate consent. Critics argue it sets a troubling precedent for AI-generated performances without actor involvement. The move reignites debate over ethical use of AI in entertainment.
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The controversy underscores the fine line between authorized tribute and exploitation as AI tools blur the boundaries of posthumous performance rights.
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