レッスンを予約する
Step 1
Read the Article
Read the article to understand the main idea.
記事を読んで、おおよその内容をつかみましょう。
Why is Hollywood mad at Tilly Norwood?
It’s not often that a Hollywood actor’s debut sets off a firestorm, but Tilly Norwood isn’t a typical actor. She’s not even a person, but an artificial intelligence character.
She was created by Xicoia, the AI division of London-based production company Particle6, and officially launched Sept. 27 during the Zurich Film Festival.
Norwood, a brown-haired 20-something with a splash of freckles and girl-next-door looks triggered strong opinions, but the reaction was really about what she represents.
Ever since ChatGPT exploded in popularity, artists have worried that AI will eventually come for their jobs. Norwood may be one of the first of a wave of AI talent putting human actors out of work.
The U.S.’s big actors union said Norwood was made from “the work of countless professional performers — without permission or compensation.” Emily Blunt called the AI creation “really, really scary.”
But some welcomed the idea that the future will bring an army of AI actors. “Tilly Norwood doesn’t need a hairstylist, has no regrettable posts, and if you wish to see a virgin on-screen, this is one of your better chances,” said economist Tyler Cowen. For film executives, an actor who is no trouble and will never say anything controversial might just be heaven.
AI creators have already started putting Norwood into their videos, with one YouTuber posting a video explaining how to use her in an AI-made movie.
Whatever critics say, the future may be coming at us faster than we like.
(The Japantimes Alpha)
Step 2
Check the Vocabulary and Phrases
Check the following vocabulary and phrases.
以下の単語やフレーズの発音、意味、使い方を確認しましょう。
freckle
そばかす
a small, pale brown spot on a person’s skin, especially on their face, that often becomes darker after time spent in the sun
As a child, she used to dislike her freckles, but now she sees them as a unique part of her beauty.
子どもの頃、彼女は自分のそばかすが嫌いでしたが、今ではそれを自分の美しさの一部として受け入れています。
trigger
（反応や出来事を）引き起こす
to make something happen suddenly
The news of bear sightings triggered a wave of concern across the country.
くまの目撃情報のニュースが、全国に不安の波を引き起こしました。
explode in popularity
人気が爆発する
become extremely popular very quickly
K-pop has exploded in popularity around the world.
Kポップは世界中で人気が爆発した。
come for
（人・物を）奪いに来る、（比喩的に）脅威となる
to try to take control of or get rid of someone or something, often seen as a threat
Many workers fear that automation will soon come for their jobs.
多くの労働者は、自動化がまもなく自分たちの仕事を奪いに来ると恐れている。
compensation
報酬
money that an employee receives for doing their job
Employees expect fair compensation for their work.
従業員は自分の仕事に対して正当な報酬を期待している。
Step 3
Comprehension Questions
Answer the following questions based on the article.
理解度問題に挑戦しましょう。
Why are some Hollywood actors upset about the creation of Tilly Norwood?
What advantage do some people see in using AI actors like Tilly Norwood?
Step 4
Discussion
Share your opinions on the following questions.
以下の質問について、自分の考えを述べてみましょう。
Would you like to watch a movie with AI actors? Why or why not?
Some people welcome AI actors, while others find them “scary.” Which side are you on, and why?
What kind of roles or jobs do you think AI actors could do well?
If you were a film director, would you choose an AI actor or a human actor for your movie? What would influence your decision?
What rules do you think the film industry should have for using AI actors?