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    Press Play with Madeleine Brand

    SAG contract loopholes will lead to synthetic performers, some actors say

    Some actors, like Justine Bateman, are criticizing SAG-AFTRA’s contract with studios, particularly over its AI rules. Dec. 5 is the deadline to vote on the deal.

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    By Madeleine Brand • Nov 28, 2023 • 1 min read

    Some actors, like Justine Bateman, are criticizing SAG-AFTRA’s contract with studios, particularly over its AI rules. Dec. 5 is the deadline to vote on the deal.

    More:Inside the SAG-AFTRA’s contract’s AI language — and what it means for the future

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