Feb 5, 2024
On this episode of WSTR, we discuss fan fiction and deepfake technology in the upcoming Star Wars Theory series. We explore the ethical considerations of using AI to replicate the likeness of actors and the ownership of art in the public eye, as well as parody, copyright, corporate control of art, and fans’ place in the creative space of the Star Wars franchise.
Later, we talk about the LEGO Star Wars 25th anniversary and Ewan McGregor's experience with the Star Wars films. Unsurprisingly, we also talk about UFOs, Godzilla movies, and modern Cthulhu tabletop gaming with Delta Green. You won’t want to miss it!
Chapters
00:00 Introduction
03:28 The Phenomenon of 'Not My Star Wars'
08:42 Using Deepfake Technology in Fan Films
18:49 Ethical Considerations of Using AI in Art
23:03 Public Figures and Art Ownership
27:03 The Slippery Slope of AI and Art
29:27 Sampling and Remixing in the Music Industry
33:45 Parody and Transformative Works
34:22 AI Impersonations
35:21 Corporate Control over Art
36:25 Controversy and Attention
39:34 Fan Works and Copyright
44:20 The Role of Star Wars Theory
50:35 Ownership and Art
58:45 Taylor Swift and AI
01:01:42 Wrap-up and Future Discussions
01:04:04 Twitter Trash Compactor
01:05:07 News of the Week
01:06:51 LEGO Star Wars 25th Anniversary
01:07:20 Ewan McGregor's Experience with Star Wars
01:14:08 Cantina Chat