Legal: Digital Double Danger: AI, Deepfakes and Performer’s Rights - Protecting Women’s Images and Voices in the AI Age

This presentation explores the growing risks posed by AI-generated “digital doubles” and deepfakes in the film and TV industry - especially their impact on women’s image and voice rights.

Focusing on the UK with global comparisons, it covers how AI is used to clone performers without consent, the rise of deepfake abuse, evolving legal protections, and ethical production practices. It will also provide advice for actors, directors, producers, writers, and filmmakers on safeguarding personal likeness, negotiating contracts, and navigating emerging regulations. Attendees will leave empowered with practical tools, legal awareness, and industry insights to protect themselves and their collaborators in the AI age.

After the talk, there will be opportunity for audience Q&A.

Atlanta Webster is a Legal & Business Affairs Consultant with over 18 years' experience in the media and entertainment industry. She advises production companies, broadcasters, platforms, agencies, creatives, crew and talent across the full spectrum of content…