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Should an AI-assisted screenplay be eligible for writing awards?
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Why this dilemma matters
Tech dilemmas push convenience and capability against privacy, agency and risk. Choosing “Yes. The human still shaped the story” prioritises speed and reach; choosing “No. Awards should protect human craft” gives more weight to oversight and consent.
Worth asking yourself
- Could you reverse the choice if it backfired?
- Does ease here come at someone else’s expense?
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