# Peter Chan Says AI Content Is Out, Predicts Feature Films Will Survive Vertical Drama Boom

Hong Kong director Peter Chan ruled out using AI-generated content in his work and said feature films will withstand the rapid rise of short vertical dramas. His remarks add a prominent industry voice to the debate over how filmmakers should respond to AI tools and shifting viewing habits.

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### Entertainment
- [Variety](https://variety.com/2026/film/festivals/peter-chan-rules-out-ai-generated-content-feature-films-survival-1236922012/) — Fri, 23 Oct 2026 00:27:55 +0000