David Ellison says AI could be the ‘biggest creative unlock in modern history’

Paramount Skydance’s CEO compared AI to CGI, but said it ‘will never be a replacement’ for artists.Paramount Skydance’s CEO compared AI to CGI, but said it ‘will never be a replacement’ for artists. Image: Variety via Getty ImagesPart OfFall 2026 earnings watchsee all Stevie Bonifield is a news writer covering all things consumer tech. Stevie started out at Laptop Mag writing news and reviews on hardware, gaming, and AI.During Paramount Skydance’s latest earnings call, CEO David Ellison said “it’s hard to imagine” AI won’t have a bigger impact on the film industry than CGI. In response to a question about the company’s outlook for AI, Ellison said:“I…