Zack Snyder isn't overly concerned about AI disrupting the film industry by enabling novices, as he noted at WIRED’s The Big Interview in San Francisco. He pointed out that while everyone now has movie-capable phones, it hasn’t led to an influx of great films. However, he acknowledges AI is integral to filmmaking, especially in image-making and storytelling, advising creatives to understand its capabilities and use it as a tool. Snyder is curious about AI’s potential to replicate a filmmaker’s aesthetic vision without just offering its own interpretation. He recognizes the value of AI in creating complicated shots, like depicting environments that would be costly to shoot traditionally.

Despite this, Snyder believes the essence of filmmaking lies in artistic performance, with everything else merely serving as context. He prefers films where the director's vision is palpable, guiding the audience through unexpected narrative paths. Snyder also reflects on how streaming platforms like Netflix have revolutionized film viewership, allowing movies to reach a wider audience than in theaters. He accepts the challenge of creating content specifically for streaming, acknowledging the format's reality and reach. For him, it's about adapting to these changes without compromising artistic integrity, regardless of the medium. The text then shifts to highlight diverse topics discussed at WIRED’s event: the need for AI right-to-repair, AI's path to general intelligence, digital advertising regulation, and the advocacy for "prosocial media. " Additionally, discussions addressed encryption threats, optimism about artificial general intelligence despite leadership changes, the ethics of cloning pets, personal tips to counter aging, the importance of offline friendships, the looming climate-driven migrations, and AI's potential role in personal fitness.