With school back in session, our heads are deep in the books. But, if you ever need a little mini-vacation from your desk and pile of
homework, there are plenty of fantastic films out in theaters now.
1. Gone Girl
Based on the book by Gillian Flynn, Gone Girl features Ben Affleck, as husband Nick Duane, whose wife Amy
has gone missing. The two had a seemingly perfect marriage, but as pressure
from the police increases, this begins to seem too good to be true. We must ask
if his lies and deceit are innocent, or a cover for the truth that he killed
his wife. This thriller will have you on the edge of your seat, unable to look
away.
2. The Judge
Robert Downy Jr. plays a successful lawyer who left his
small town roots behind for a career in New York. However, when his father,
the small town judge played by Robert Duval, is accused of murder he must
return home. He looks for the truth and begins to reconnect with his family.
3. Kill The Messenger
Based on a true story, this film follows the writer, Gary
Webb, as he attempts to discover the CIA’s connections to the importation of
cocaine to the United States. This writer was looking for the truth, but soon
discovered that some things are best left alone. A smear campaign began and he
found himself fighting for his safety and his honor.
4. The Maze Runner
Based on the book by James Dashner, The Maze Runner, staring Dylan O’Brien, is the newest sci-fi action
movie in theaters. Thomas, the protagonist, wakes up in a maze with other boys
with no memory of his past life. However, strange dreams and new discoveries
may help Thomas and the boys find the truth and, possibly, a way out.
5. This Is Where I Leave
You
This star-studded film, featuring Jason Bateman, Tina Fey,
Jane Fonda, and more, shows the story of a family come back together for their
father’s funeral. The children are forced, by their father’s dying wish, to
remain together for one week and deal with family tensions, and with many
people from past relationships past. Through it all, they
are able to reconnect to themselves and discover something that may have been
missing.
6. Let’s Be Cops
New Girl stars, Damon Waynes Jr. and Jake Johnson, team up again to make this hilarious cop
movie. But as it turns out, they aren’t real cops. These friends dress up as
cops for a costume party, but don’t want to take those costumes off once they
realize how cops are treated. The power and popularity goes to their heads and
the charade continues. However, when they get into a real investigation, things
get messy.
Take a break from that work -- or your usual Netflix queue -- and try out one of these sure-to-be-amazing films.
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The Illusion of Creativity
AI-generated music is often marketed as “artistic” or “educational.” But what does it really teach?
- That style can be replicated without understanding.
- That emotion can be simulated without feeling.
- That effort can be bypassed with a prompt.
For young creators, this sets a dangerous precedent. Why learn to play guitar when an algorithm can do it faster? Why study harmony when AI can generate chord progressions in seconds? The risk isn’t just laziness — it’s the loss of depth, discipline, and the tactile joy of creation.
I have listened to several AI-generated music covers. My initial reaction was one of considerable impressiveness, particularly regarding the reimagining of classic pop hits in diverse genres with novel arrangements. Here is one good example a-ha — Take On Me
However, after engaging with several such Ai generated song covers, a sense of emotional detachment emerged, attributable to the perceived absence of human artistry and genuine sentiment, resulting in a technically flawless yet ultimately soulless auditory experience.
Copyright in Crisis
What does the copyright law say about AI generated music, especially in field of music covers. Who is liable for copyright in this case, AI developers, people who used AI to generate music or people who published it on music platforms?
Recent lawsuits show that the music industry is pushing back hard:
- Universal, Sony, and Warner sued AI music platforms Suno and Udio in 2024 for allegedly training their models on copyrighted songs without permission Ars Technica The Lyon Firm.
- They’re seeking up to $150,000 per infringed song, arguing that the AI outputs resemble famous tracks and voices (e.g., Mariah Carey, Michael Jackson).
- These lawsuits target the developers of the AI tools — but they raise broader questions:The legal gray area is training data. Courts haven’t yet ruled definitively on whether using copyrighted songs to train AI counts as infringement or fair use Sites at USC.
But who’s liable?
Role | Legal Risk | Why |
AI Developers | ✅ High | For training on copyrighted material without licenses. |
Users | ⚠️ Moderate | If they intentionally recreate protected works. |
Publishers/Platforms | ✅ High | For distributing infringing content. |
The grey area lies in training data. Courts haven’t yet ruled definitively on whether using copyrighted songs to train AI counts as infringement or fair use. Meanwhile, AI-generated works themselves aren’t eligible for copyright unless a human provides substantial creative input — leaving them in legal limbo.
The Educational Mirage
Some argue that AI music helps people learn genres, production styles, or vocal techniques. But this “education” often lacks context. It’s like learning to paint by watching a printer — technically impressive, but creatively hollow.
True musical education involves:
- Struggle and iteration: Learning through mistakes.
- Emotional connection: Expressing what words can’t.
- Cultural lineage: Understanding the roots of sound.
AI shortcuts bypass all of this. And in doing so, they risk flattening the rich terrain of human creativity into a sterile landscape of algorithmic mimicry.
Why This Fight Matters
This isn’t just about music. It’s about the future of art, storytelling, and human expression. If we allow machines to dominate creative spaces, we risk turning culture into content — optimized, monetized, and devoid of soul.
We must ask: Do we want a world where art is made by machines, or one where machines help humans make better art?
5 Key Takeaways
- AI-generated music blurs the line between innovation and erosion in the creative arts
- AI-generated music raises questions about copyright, culture, education, and artistic expression
- AI-generated music can replicate style without understanding, simulate emotion without feeling, and bypass effort with a prompt
- AI-generated music sets a dangerous precedent for young creators by potentially leading to a loss of depth, discipline, and joy of creation
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