On this episode of WSTR, we discuss fan fiction and deepfake technology in the upcoming Star Wars Theory series. We explore the ethical considerations of using AI to replicate the likeness of actors and the ownership of art in the public eye, as well as parody, copyright, corporate control of art, and fans’ place in the creative space of the Star Wars franchise.

Later, we talk about the LEGO Star Wars 25th anniversary and Ewan McGregor's experience with the Star Wars films. Unsurprisingly, we also talk about UFOs, Godzilla movies, and modern Cthulhu tabletop gaming with Delta Green. You won’t want to miss it!

Chapters

00:00 Introduction

03:28 The Phenomenon of 'Not My Star Wars'

08:42 Using Deepfake Technology in Fan Films

18:49 Ethical Considerations of Using AI in Art

23:03 Public Figures and Art Ownership

27:03 The Slippery Slope of AI and Art

29:27 Sampling and Remixing in the Music Industry

33:45 Parody and Transformative Works

34:22 AI Impersonations

35:21 Corporate Control over Art

36:25 Controversy and Attention

39:34 Fan Works and Copyright

44:20 The Role of Star Wars Theory

50:35 Ownership and Art

58:45 Taylor Swift and AI

01:01:42 Wrap-up and Future Discussions

01:04:04 Twitter Trash Compactor

01:05:07 News of the Week

01:06:51 LEGO Star Wars 25th Anniversary

01:07:20 Ewan McGregor's Experience with Star Wars

01:14:08 Cantina Chat