AI‑generated satire of Paris protests reflects tourists’ actual experiences

Dutch filmmaker Wytse Koetse used artificial intelligence to create a satirical video that shows tourists strolling through Paris while protests unfold around them. The clip has struck a chord online, as many travelers have posted about encountering the same bizarre blend of sightseeing and demonstrations. Those protests have been fueled by public anger over deteriorating school conditions and the rising cost of living. The story was published on 20 October 2026.