Generative AI will neither "help nor harm" a film's chances at an Oscar nomination, the Academy announced last week, as part of larger rule changes to the ceremony.

Why the Oscars’ AI rules matter Under the new guidelines, using AI won’t automatically damage (or boost) film’s chances of Oscar glory.

Essentially, AI won't help films get nominated for an Oscar, nor hinder their chances. Then, it will be up to the Academy's voters to decide whether the movie deserves the award.

While allowing AI to be used in any movie eligible for an Oscar win might sound controversial, the more controversial rule change highlights an issue that's plagued the Academy Awards for years.

Oscars Takes a 'No Stance' on Generative AI Use in Film: Won't 'Help nor Harm' Nomination Chances After 'The Brutalist' and 'Emilia Perez' fiasco, the Academy Awards have revealed new changes.

The Oscars mandate voters watch all nominated movies, set new rules for AI and refugee filmmakers Oscar statuettes appear backstage at the Oscars in Los Angeles on Feb. 26, 2017.

These groups also give out their own accolades, often serving as precursors to the Oscars. Increasingly, these awards are becoming important markers in the AI debate. Take The Brutalist ’s example.

Essentially, AI won't help films get nominated for an Oscar, nor hinder their chances. Then, it will be up to the Academy's voters to decide whether the movie deserves the award.

The Oscars mandate voters watch all nominated movies, set new rules for AI and refugee filmmakers Up until now, Oscar voters had only been encouraged to watch the nominees, and vote in categories ...

Essentially, AI won't help films get nominated for an Oscar, nor hinder their chances. Then, it will be up to the Academy's voters to decide whether the movie deserves the award.