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The unofficial Silicon Valley motto of “move fast and break things” may be an inspirational rallying cry for innovation, but it cannot apply to the fabric of society itself. It is high time our legislative bodies acknowledge the danger of that motivation and respond in kind, as we are in the midst of an unparalleled technological revolution.
Art is a process, not simply a product. Be it writing, filmmaking, composing music, or countless other creative pursuits, the artistic process is integral to bringing a spark of inspiration to life. Any artistic undertaking may be rooted in innate talent, but it also requires diligence, discipline, endurance, creativity, and patience, ultimately producing a product of human expression unique to the artist’s experience.
Having art reduced to a “prompt” is an indignity to all creatives of the past, present, and future.
As president of the Motion Picture Sound Editors, I believe we must offer protection to those who dedicate their lives to these endeavors. Legislative action is vital to securing the necessary protections.
