Recently, Netflix sparked widespread controversy for its use of AI technology to recreate the voice of the late social media influencer Gabby Petito in its new true crime documentary, 'American Murder: The Family of Gabby Petito.' Gabby was tragically murdered by her fiancé Brian Laundrie in August 2021. At the beginning of the documentary, viewers noticed a notice stating that Petito's diary and text messages would be rendered through voice reproduction technology in her voice. Image source note: Image generated by AI, image licensed from service provider Mid.

Recently, with the dual Hollywood strikes, the film industry has widely focused on the application of artificial intelligence. Documentary filmmakers are faced with numerous ethical issues during this transformation, particularly regarding how to use generative AI and how to navigate the boundaries of 'fictional material' in their creations. In response, a group of documentary producers has joined forces to release a brand new set of ethical guidelines to help producers, filmmakers, and major platforms address the challenges posed by this technology. Image source note: Image generated by AI, image licensed by Midjourney.

Deepfake technology is widely used for sexual content, affecting thousands of women; the documentary 'Another Body' reveals the trauma of the victims. Twitch streamer Gibi and student Taylor both became victims of deepfakes. As deepfake technology becomes increasingly powerful, anyone can potentially become a victim. The documentary calls for society to pay more attention to deepfake issues and take measures to prevent abuse. It concludes on an optimistic note, showcasing the actions taken by the victims.