Emmanuel Macron, the President of France, made a strong call for support for cinema on Monday at the Lumière conference held in southern France. He emphasized that the film industry is currently facing serious challenges from artificial intelligence and streaming platforms and needs immediate and decisive actions at the international level.
Concerns About the Future of Cinema
Macron stated that cinema, as an art and industry, must be protected from new threats, asserting that culture and art are an inseparable part of the national identity of France and other countries. He believes that solutions must be provided to counter the detrimental effects of artificial intelligence and streaming, as these factors can gradually overshadow cinema.
Over ۲۰۰ prominent figures from the film industry, including directors, producers, and actors, participated in this conference to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing cinema in today's world. Many participants emphasized that while technology can assist in producing new content, it should not come at the cost of losing the cinema experience.
Efforts to Create International Agreements
Macron also suggested that different countries should collaborate to create international agreements to support cinema and their national cultures. He expressed hope that this conference could be seen as a turning point in supporting art and culture against modern challenges.
In conclusion, the President of France stressed the importance of communication between filmmakers and technologists, stating that this collaboration could help create innovative solutions to preserve and enhance cinema in the digital age. He urged all countries to respond positively to this call and take steps to support cinema and their national culture.
