Ken Loach says film industry faces 'monstrous' challenge of AI - as he welcomes end to writers' strike

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The 87-year-old director and screenwriter is preparing for the release of The Old Oak - which could be his last-ever film.

"So let people learn about the riches of cinema - let's have a really independent British industry that makes good film, there's endless talent, endless talent, so that's no problem, and yes, let the Americans come, but don't let them dominate - they never want partners, they always want to be boss, and that's what we can't allow."

The new drama, about a former mining village where Syrian refugees are being housed, looks at themes of immigration, racism, and struggling communities."They get more intense, and opportunist politicians with no principles make it a big issue," he said."I mean, you wouldn't think the health service is collapsing - the biggest problem is a few people on boats who are in desperate need of help.

 

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