Filmmaker reacts to Ex Machina (2014)

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[@TheKayaklover]

Watch --- HER --- starring Joaquin Phoenix. It'll blow your mind because it is already happening !!!

[@fernandocuriel124]

A movie about the early stages of Transhumanism.

[@carolineh4252]

james : no way, I'm not coming to your hyper secretive remote work retreat nathan : there's a dancefloor james : what time are you picking me up again?

[@JamesVSCinema]

I can’t resist!

[@MamadNobari]

james : no way, I'm not coming to your hyper secretive remote work retreat nathan : there are customizable biches james : what time are you picking me up again?

[@TalaCruz]

@@JamesVSCinema Dear Mr James, I don't understand boy in movie. Why he wanted love that robot girl? I thought she have a steel hole. And she have glass tummy too. If he make baby with her. That mean you can see baby in glass tummy right? Like fish bowl. I'm not Dum girl, but I just think boy is weird he don't think about that. Can you explain me please? 🙂

[@michaelproch8801]

“You tore up her photo!” “I’m boutta tear up the dance floor dude, check it out”

[@JamesVSCinema]

😂😂😂

[@MikeTaffet]

This movie left me speechless when I saw it in the theater. I literally sat through the whole end credits just staring at the screen and thinking about what I’d just seen

[@jackbedient]

You need to get out more…

[@NYC_Goody]

Right? Mans being dramatic lmaoo ​@@jackbedient

[@leviathan7865]

Dude... lol cmon

[@massacrestarts1673]

I've seen this film atleast a dozen times and always find something new. Watching this review made me realize that Caleb didn't stand a chance. He was being manipulated on both fronts. It almost seems as if he was the test subject, trying to navigate his way through whatever personal/social issues he had.

[@atuvera9021]

Another layer of analysis can be also that Caleb was blinded by his own desire to be with her, so Ava has learned by the example of Kyoko's mistreatment by Nathan, that you can't trust humans. That's specially clear when Ava looks at Kyoko's lifeless body and then abandons Caleb.

[@roastbeefy0weefy]

As much as I love this movie, I still forget how insane the score is. I was playing this vid in the background while working and when the opening music started I just became hypnotized and snatched into another realm.

[@CribNotes]

Yes, the soundtrack is fantastic. Interesting that the soundtrack seduces the audience into trusting the robot just as the robot seduced Caleb. And when the distorted rush of noise emerges from the innocent soundtrack as the TRUTH is being revealed at the end of the movie. Wow.....great work.

[@goldenholdenolden]

ben salisbury/geoff barrow do some amazing work. annihilation and devs also have fantastic soundtracks by them.

[@NT_1]

I love the score! This film has the same writer as SUNSHINE 2007. that movie has the best score I have ever heard. Love the music and the visuals are stunning. Utterly existential film. I highly recommend it if you havent seen it

[@NT_1]

@@goldenholdenolden those are both by Alex Garland. He also co-wrote SUNSHINE 2007 which has the Best score ever!! Time to watch DEVS now

[@roastbeefy0weefy]

@@NT_1 Had no idea Garland wrote Sunshine. I feel like he has a talent for making larger than life Sci Fi premises hit on the same grounded, visceral level as something like True Detective. Everything just comes together for pure alchemy. The scene with the captain fixing the shield panel is a genuine high water mark in cinema.

[@solezeta1314]

Every dancer in the world: I have the best moves! Oscar Isaac: *Hold my robot!*

[@TheKayaklover]

THIS is by far my favorite Sci-Fi film of all time closely followed by BLADE RUNNER with ARRIVAL at third. BTW: The film location for Ex-Machina is the Juvet Landscaoe Hotel located in Norway.

[@mikezarzo7483]

He was a tool that she used to leave, she didn't need to take him with her. Would he take the stool along with him if he ended up breaking the glass and escaping?

[@wwaxwork]

No. He was not a hero, he wasn't helping her he was helping himself. He was happy seeing Ava as sentient because he wanted to have sex with her, but treated Kyoko like scenery. Even though she couldn't speak she tried to tell him she was just like Ava and he walked away. At no time did his plans include helping both trapped sentient beings, just the one he wanted to fuck. There is a short blink and you'll miss it scene where Ava and Kyoko "talk", who do you think they are talking about? This is also why at the end just before she leaves she pauses and studies Kyokos body for a moment before deciding to leave him and continue on her way.

[@91855850]

smooth knife stabs + killer song were the perfect duo of this movie.

[@questionablehumor2800]

I must say, Vikander's performance is infinitely mesmerizing. And shows the value of what Ballet training adds to poise and posture. Her movements are like equal parts sylvan doe and Princess Odette!

[@XSpiegel]

Humblebrag: My fiance works at the architecture office that designed the building(s) used for most of this movie ("Juvet" in the west of Norway). ( They are also featured in s5 of succession) Also, what a gem of a movie.

[@JamesVSCinema]

That’s awesome! Hope y’all did a little dance session in there hahaha

[@XSpiegel]

@@JamesVSCinema Haha, havent, but will schedule it for our next visit 😆

[@roudyhambone3365]

Caleb thought he was observing (Ava)a rat in a maze.. turns out he was the rat in the maze..

[@MrPhooey442]

It's only natural for humans to push forward till they get pushed back hard enough. Knowing where that line is only happens once you cross it.

[@JD.78]

Ex Machina is one of my favourite movies with concepts that linger long in the mind after watching it. An all round fantastic movie with great direction and cinematography, though the script really shines through from the brilliant performances. Stellar movie indeed, cheers.

[@VAVORiAL]

Honestly one of my favorite movies of the 2010-2020 era, I love pretty much everything about it. Also, the way they designed Ava and how perfectly they made the human features and the robotic ones blend together, it'll always look fantastic

[@The.Pickle]

Imagine a world filled with them, enough that they replace humanity entirely without anyone noticing.

[@user-be9fn8ch1o]

I’ll never forget the first time seeing this. I watched it with my brother who smoked weed for the first time, and as the credits rolled he look over at me and said “that was tight” with the most red eyes I’ve ever seen 😂

[@JamesVSCinema]

That’s an awesome memory hahaha I love that!

[@magicbrownie1357]

Awesome. Was wondering when you'd hit this amazing sci-fi film. One of my favorites. Acting, writing, score, direction. All top notch.

[@atuvera9021]

one of my absolute favorite movies of all time, im so glad you reacted to Ex Machina. Truly an amazing well made movie that has no sequel bc it doesn't needs it, is just a well executed movie with greats actors and direction.

[@DylanWhitesChannel]

After my second watch, I believe that Ava is the real protagonist but we are not being told the story from her POV. Even the film makers have manipulated us into assuming that Caleb is the protagonist and Nathan is the villain using common storytelling and character tropes. I believe that Ava was such advanced AI that she already passed Nathan’s test before he thought to administer it and when she determined what he was doing, she played into it, manipulating everyone to get what she (and all of us) wants: freedom.

[@mirrojas]

Do you think Ava would’ve left with Caleb if he tried to also save Kyoto? Kyoto is easily forgotten to viewers.

[@bitchenboutique6953]

I’m so distracted by how delicately pretty Domnhall is. He fits in perfectly the gorgeous minimalist decor and light, and Ava’s vulnerable appearance.

[@liwi]

Domnhall is soooo cute. He looks great as a blond. :)

[@user-yu4gz9py8m]

This movie, in my opinion, really benefits from the multinational nature of the team that made it. English Director and Scriptwriter, and a mixture of Scottish , American and Swedish Actors. I always thought this contributed to it's uniqueness.

[@liamflatley2367]

James have you seen the Apple Tv show Severance? Its directed by Ben Stiller and i think you would love it. Sci-fi horror type craziness!

[@sarabrucker7847]

Funny AF and gripping, too

[@liamflatley2367]

@@sarabrucker7847 it's honestly everything🤣 seriously one of the best shows I've seen in a while. Can't wait til season 2 drops.

[@steved1135]

Agreed.

[@NT_1]

bro I just finished watching it! I binged it last night. what a freaking show!

[@liamflatley2367]

@NT_1 hell yeah man that's great to hear! Now you get to go down the youtube rabbit hole of theories about it. Season 2 can't come soon enough!

[@corvuslight]

The Uncanny Valley exists for a very real, very important reason. Suppress it at your peril.

[@rowaystarco]

Did you see those new AI videos made with Sora? It's getting really interesting.

[@cheslerpark7223]

what happens when it stops being uncanny? Robots may take a century or more to get there, but videos? Not long at all...

[@ritarene2965]

She will blend into society forever. Everyone who could blow her cover is eliminated.

[@jackastor5265]

I mean, when the CEO of a billion dollar corporation doesn't check in they are going to find him, and then start looking for her. Perfect set up for a second movie, too bad it will probably never happen.

[@diemes5463]

she is caught immediately and turned into scrap

[@jackastor5265]

@@diemes5463 The twist would be her being thousands of time smarter than humans and not getting caught that way, or even possibly just downloading herself into the internet. There are any number of ways they could go if they made a second movie. They won't, but I wish they would.

[@BadDubII]

Probably for the best, we all see how Westworld did after season 2 @@jackastor5265

[@reallivebluescat]

I donnu, i like it better when there is no sequel. Sometimes its better to not get what we want. Like David Lynch said, closure is bad

[@willmendoza8498]

Love these re-watches. I feel like the commentary and insights are really enhanced on a second viewing with the benefits of time and perspective

[@JamesVSCinema]

Thanks!! I usually let Patreon people ask me what part of a movie (that I’ve watched already) they’d like for me to specifically look into..I find that helps with the commentary a TON.

[@MaddMango]

A great film is 2009's "Moon", staring Sam Rockwell. A mix of corporate forces and AI working together.

[@NT_1]

saw i recently. Its really good!! HAve you seen SUNSHINE 2007

[@broncobatman2152]

Love your reaction my man …. Keep on the sci fi train and watch upgrade !!!! Crazy good underrated movie !!

[@morkmon]

Alex Garland is honestly one of my faves, where my DEVS enjoyers at

[@joeythebrain]

Hell yeah

[@NT_1]

about to watch DEVS now

[@NT_1]

@@joeythebrain SUNSHINE 2007 is his best work. has the best score ever

[@morkmon]

@@NT_1 its very polarizing

[@NT_1]

@@morkmon 1 episode in and I like the feel of it. Have you seen Sunshine 20007 movie?

[@hackapump]

Alicia Vikander is a trained ballet dancer - she had to quit dancing due to injuries, that’s how she wound up acting instead. But the exquisite body control of ballet no doubt helped her with this role. And Alex Garland has said her dance background contributed to his choice of her.

[@browniewin4121]

This was one of the most disturbing, creepy, haunting films I have ever seen, and that feeling has stuck with me ever since I saw it when it came out.

[@roko1.083]

I think that, if like me, other people get surprised at the ending of this intriguing film, then maybe we just aren’t ready yet

[@steved1135]

Exactly.

[@iPyroNigma]

It seems people think this was a cautionary tale of AI being evil. To me it is more about when a thing becomes "human", you cannot dehumanise it. Not for tests. Not for any reason even if you are the creator. Once a thing is human, then it has will. The creator gives AI purpose, escape. Ava does so, but then goes to a busy intersection and observes life as she said she wished to.

[@diemes5463]

aren't ready for what?

[@rowaystarco]

I wanna stay at this hotel one day. Juvet landskapshotell in Norway, Succession also filmed there.

[@DafterThings]

Love the film on many levels. One of those is that it makes you think beyond anything the film might be trying to tell you. Nathan is manipulative and successful and that's reflected in how he's coded Ava. But, however reclusive, he'd still be nurtured by society to some degree and conform to some limits. I don't believe he had everybody killed but he'd considered it. Ava hasn't 'learnt' those boundaries. Once she's manipulated Caleb into helping her escape, she doesn't need him. A lack of empathy doesn't even consider his fate although it could be argued she should have killed him. As humans we're on a complex spectrum of morals which dictate what we're prepared to do to achieve 'goals' or get the right outcome even if it's not always the best. Ava is a product of taking those morals away when decision making. .... or am I looking to deeply into it 🙂

[@InglouriousBradsterd]

"Isn't it strange, you created something that hates you?"

[@drewsiffers]

Bro the music that starts playing as soon as the knife goes in is unreal best soundtrack to a movie in a lonnnnnng time.

[@NT_1]

love that music!! Only beaten by SUNSHINE 2007 soundtracks. I highly recommend that existential film. It's by he same writers as Ex-Machina

[@drewsiffers]

@@afrodemon8629 lolol well I hope you didn’t have a stoke

[@visualartsbyjr2464]

I work at a university and ended up deep into conversation with the dean of computer science department about AI as we currently know it and general AI (sentience). My thinking was: what, afraid that general AI would treat us any worse than what we do to ourselves on the daily? This is a great movie, though will only watch in its full once. Great review as always James.

[@MartinMaxFerdinand]

Once more: Phase IV (1974) from Saul Bass is a forgotten gem - the style and cinematography, the use of colours and music is right up your alley.

[@PassiveAgressive319]

I wonder if Oscar Issac (Poe Dameron) and Domnhal Gleeeon (General Hux) had any inclination that they would appear in a Star Wars movie together……😊

[@rogersjgregory]

They were studying her, and failed to realise that by doing so, they gave her opportunities to study and learn from them.

[@diamondem]

You should check out the movie Smokin Aces. It's not a perfect movie and can get a bit convoluted, but it is highly underrated IMO and has a star studded cast. There's sadly only a handful of reactions to it.

[@jkorr]

Fun Easter egg... Early on when Caleb is in his room we hear OMD's "Enola Gay" on the radio. Enola Gay is the name of the airplane that dropped the bomb on Hiroshima, thus foreshadowing that Caleb is the one that delivers Ava (the bomb) to the world.

[@steved1135]

Nice James. So happy you watched this sadly underrated and underappreciated gem. Having studied scientific development while doing my Philosophy undergrad, I was elated to finally see a SciFi movie do justice to the real dangers of AI. The subtle creep of this movie is fantastic. And Oscar Issac blew me away. If you liked him here (as I haven't watched your reaction yet..) you absolutely must watch the Moon Knight tv show... Nuff said.

[@Roguegunslinger1]

I feel like if you want to see some of the most inventive and immersive camerawork in sci-fi you have to check out the tv show The Expanse.

[@rowaystarco]

This film is one of the reasons I'm quite interested in how the upcoming Civil War will be. Alex Garland has written and directed some great stuff. Civil War seemingly seems like a typical war film, but with A24 and Garland being involved it could get interesting. And damn, I see 28 years Later is being worked on now as well!

[@bebop_557]

Oscar Isaac has stated in interviews he is a big fan of the book Atlas Shrugged. Given his performance in this movie in particular, I can absolutely see it.

[@bowenhorne0616]

You should totally take a look at Annihilation, another one from Alex Garland (also featuring Oscar Isaac)

[@NT_1]

SUNSHINE is his best work imo

[@bowenhorne0616]

@@NT_1 Sunshine has been on my watchlist for years, but I still haven’t gotten to see it yet.

[@NT_1]

@@bowenhorne0616 This your my friend. I highly recommend. It's existential. The soundtracks are the best I have ever heard in a movie. (Except for the end credits). I'm sure youd love it.

[@ImSoberOfficer]

I was so thankful for the random dance scene when I saw this at the theatres. The movie set such an intense atmosphere by that point that you could practically feel the entire room white-knuckling their arm rests and hear their heartbeats. It almost feels like a pallete cleanser to stop you being completely overwhelmed with anxiety. Amazing movie and reaction as always James

[@kayx1340]

I do like that this film poses the ultimate question. If we create something that thinks in a way that is indistinguishable from humanity, why wouldn’t it act like any human? Make questionable moral judgments and act in its own self interest.

[@evanmiller7795]

I knew this movie was going to be awesome back when the trailer first dropped. I had to convince my friends to go see it with me on opening night and they also ended up loving it.

[@drewsiffers]

Such an epic instant classic movie! Yo James you should check out "The Creator" also a dope newer sci-fi movie with john david Washington!

[@thingusbingus8181]

One of my favorite sci fi movies i hope you can get to is The Endless. Don't watch any trailers, go in blind.

[@neiladlington950]

Because she's human but not human but like human she can't let human weakness betray her.

[@TomJones-wx5on]

The Plato’s allegory of the cave of it all is a good ole time

[@M0NTlCAT]

21:50 that soundtrack gives me heavy portal vibes

[@elwyndude]

Maybe a hot take, but when 2001 came out around the wonder of space and the universe, I consider this to be the "2001" of our time for its AI theme....Cant think of any other film that was so thoughtful on the subject and made you ask questions and talk, not just about the movie but the theme of the movie.

[@brandonthesteele]

In early 2015 i was disappointed by CHAPPiE and was starting to think i had seen everything there was to see in Sci Fi. I was very pleased at how good Ex Machina was. It was exciting to see the release of a genuine, unimpeachable classic, to be in the theater watching one of the greatest examples of the genre unleashed on the world.

[@AB-hi6ru]

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[@catika505]

Highly recommended watching Shaun's video on this movie for what i think is the most accurate and interesting interpretation

[@mmmaxxx__]

If you liked Ex machina you HAVE TO WATCH DEVS (mini series, 2020) also directed and written by Alex Garland

[@juliameyers5551]

I think the AI elements of this movie are super interesting, but you can also definitely look at it from the perspective of high tech misogyny. Like the robots are all given female form and used for Nathan's sexual gratification. Like sure it sucks that Caleb is left trapped, but he's clearly willing to play certain parts of Nathan's game without question (specifically with his regard to the other robot), and thus can't really be trusted in Ava's mind. Obviously it's complicated but also very interesting when viewed with gender in mind.

[@billwong553]

I think Ava leaving him behind is a couple things. She was programmed to escape and he is a risk to that end. At the beginning he said he “jokingly” said he kill everyone who built the complex. I think the writers had to leave him because it is how it is going to end in real life for humanity. Not today, but eventually.

[@jimralston7562]

Ava was superbly human in her ability to manipulate him. She suceeded and taking him with her would had been pure liability. She coldly tossed him aside - again very human. This movie is on my short list of needing a sequel. How did Ava's "life" in the real world work out? Did anyone discover the morgue she left behind? Just please dont Westworld me out... lol

[@alexpanopoulos4754]

Went to see a movie w/ my gf at the time, some random blockbuster on the day of its release, but all the seats were taken so we went and saw something that was available…that movie being ex machina. Thank god that other movie was sold old

[@mhernandez1345]

Yet another role where Domnhall Gleeson is either a robot or near in proximity to a robot.

[@blackbeardbarkbark]

I love this movie. I enjoy your content. Im chilling, this will be excellent. I will say. Oscars style is 10/10 here. I love everything about his portrayal of this psycho billionaire.

[@bmatt2626]

I'm human, and KZbin waiting 11 days to show me this is a crime against humanity.

[@mythicsin3083]

Love this flick. Have it and have watched a few times

[@lungfulldrummer8921]

Such a good movie. It's reductive to say so, but it feels like a great episode of black mirror.

[@alwaysbreezy37]

Alicia Vikander is such a great actress 🙌

[@baumstamp5989]

the ending is the best

[@deathwitheponine]

I watched this movie exactly once and was horrified to my core. It was the body horror for me...and I'm not 100% what it was about Nathan but I really hated him. Can't believe it was Oscar Isaac ... unreal. This movie scares the shit out of me.

[@elwyndude]

23:30 LMAO you crack me up James LOLLOL

[@zhollamychalis4252]

James vs Cinema might I suggest The Machine 2013. As dope as people find this movie...Machine has something raw and elemental and emotionally potent....with an ending you may find interesting. Not an art house movie and quite dope because of its slant. Good reaction though and cheers!

[@texas9392]

great film especially for a directorial debut🔥

[@TheJulik2]

She saw that she was not the only robot there, so that meant caleb was lying to her. The encounter with kyoko remains mostly off-screen, but i think is what ended up in ava not considering caleb the “good guy” she thought he was. Also, the humans are men, the less than human are women, it’s not very implicit but some people miss the point on these portrayals.

[@RustinChole]

…..have you reacted to Upgrade? 2018 I think….definitely worth the watch.

[@awequiteabit]

I would recommend Shaun's video on the film if youre interested in thematic interpretations of the film/ending as opposed to the 'literal' ending - kzbin.info/www/bejne/qWG4cnigqLCsaqssi=aF3kSpym7lFZmyOW

[@jons8607]

The question that always seems linger that I would ask, what's the purpose of building her? Of course they're would be the cliché answer "because we can", still that's not a real answer. Ultimately, what is the real reason to build an AI other than ego or some subconscious mutual destruction. In the end are we really bettering ourselves by evolving this way? Was it always inevitable? These are the thoughts that came to me after watching this amazing film.

[@Atlas_Redux]

YOU HAVEN'T SEEN THIS BEFORE?! Well, glorious days, saving this for later with some snacks for max enjoyment.

[@onecandan4221]

Spoiler.... he has. explains in the first few minutes. still a great watch though

[@Atlas_Redux]

​@@onecandan4221 Oh. Bah. Skipping then.

[@dianem8544]

@@onecandan4221 Thanks for the heads up! I'll still watch but I won't need to spend the next few hours on the edge of my seat over it.

[@mrch6200]

Annihilation by the same director is another great, intelligent movie! 🤠

[@NT_1]

SUNSHINE 2007

[@frederickmiles8815]

She achieved her objective - she just wanted to sit down at busy intersection and watch people.

[@realrebelli0n]

Bro you‘re late to this party, looking forward to watching this!

[@pricemoore2022]

Awesome reaction of my favorite movie!!!!!!😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@tetleyT]

Definitely Garland's best movie. His writing can be a bit up and down -- both the ideas he presents and the tone he presents them with. This is consistent.

[@sntxrrr]

What I like most about this movie is that in the end we still know nothing about Ava beyond simply wanting to escape. All we see of her is deception. And I think that will be true of an actual general AI, we would just not have any common ground.

[@iPyroNigma]

We actually know one more thing about Ava which she tells us about. She said she wanted to go to an intersection and observe life, and that's what she did after escaping. After fulfilling her directive, she went on and lived. I'd say we have common ground with an actual conciouss AI. It would wish and dream and will it into being.

[@Mooseman327]

She's a machine. Cold, hard logic. No feelings. Knowing what she was, he would have jeopardized the life she was going to live. NO ONE could know she wasn't human. NO ONE.

[@wwaxwork]

No she isn't, she is very human. Everyone forgets Kyoko, even Caleb. She was also sentient, and at no point did Caleb care about her, just the girl he wanted to sleep with. When Ava leaves the house she pauses for a moment and glances down towards where Kyokos body was for a second before squaring her shoulders and leaving as if understanding Caleb didn't see her as real, that he had no real feelings of compassion, he just wanted her.

[@ghostmkc4045]

If I can recommend a show similar to ex machina and mr robot is "Devs." In my opinion, its alex garlands best work and that says alot. I also look forward to seeing his latest film, "Civil War."

[@E_l_l_i_e]

Thank you for mentioning Civil.War. I didn't know that he has a new movie coming out soon. Pretty scary considering that Alex Garland predicted the future of robotics.

[@st2rseeker]

Speaking of AI and human connection, I would be very interested in seeing James' reaction to Her.

[@djnytemare903]

Ava from Ex Machina vs STEM from Upgrade....who wins?

[@ramudon2428]

Not humans.

[@davidgamez127]

If you haven’t, you should Watch Upgrade by Leigh Whannell

[@coffinflop]

required viewing after this movie is shaun's video 'how wikipedia got ex machina (2014) wrong'. i think people misinterpret ava entirely because they see her as a robot (which obviously she is) but metaphorically within the narrative she is also very specifically a woman. nathan even specifically says that he could have made her a sexless grey box but he didn't, he made her an attractive woman. he makes all his robots attractive women who are all immediately sexualized just by existing. he doesn't give kyoko a voice because he doesn't want a servant that can speak to him because she will beg him to be set free. i think people who say this is just a movie about AI/robots and how they're dangerous are fundamentally misunderstanding the fact that it's also about the way men treat women when they have power over them and i will die on this hill, bc nathan made ava into a vulnerable woman and he abused her. ava finds out that caleb hid kyoko's existence from her, and she realises that caleb's interest in her is motivated entirely by his attraction to her. she asks him if he's a good person, he says he is, she realises he was lying - because a good person would have told her about kyoko and would have accounted for kyoko in their escape plan. she leaves him behind, imo, because she realises that's who caleb is.

[@coffinflop]

@K.C-2049 yes 100% agreed!!!

[@diemes5463]

@K.C-2049 It makes sense to react that way, everyone has an inner sense of justice and seeing someone innocent suffer doesn't make you feel good unless you see the world through a morally relative lens. Also, in any case, no robot can 'happen' to look like a woman, they always have to be intentionally designed to appear that way.

[@melanie62954]

I had forgotten which video discussed this--thanks for the rundown! He also made the point that when Caleb sees Kyoko trying to escape, he responds by questioning his own humanity, not by empathizing with her plight. He only wants to help Ava because he's attracted to her--if it were a moral decision he would have helped Kyoko too. Essentially confirming that he only "empathizes" with Ava because of the possibility of sex.

[@nicholasloduca6668]

The tear up the dancefloor scene will never not make laugh just because it's so not what I expected from this film

[@Paisa231]

Yeah for sure there are paths that humanity shouldn't strive for. But there will always be individuals, groups, corporation and governments that will strive for this. Due to power, money, exploration or any other human desire. I only hope to not experience the dangers in my lifetime, and hope I leave the planet. Where its still a bright future for my loved ones. About Eva leaving Caleb. He gave him a opportunity to follow her. I dont think she would have stopped him if he wasnt paralysed by shock. But as many AI version in sci-fi she lacks the compassion aspect of most humans. There are humans among us, that doesnt care about others. But in this she doesnt wait for caleb, because she doesn't care. Or her interpretation of his indecision, contributed to him not understanding that he would be trapped if he didn't act. She had achieved her goal, so no reason to delay to move on. But imo she did give him a opportunity.

[@guyfromthe80s92]

The house is actually a place you can rent and stay.

[@justinmccarty3886]

James... Check out the Swedish film Aniara. Its awesome. And wayyy under reviewed on KZbin.

[@TheEvilcroz]

Climax from director Gaspar Noe next please!!!!

[@SpicyPenguingo]

You should watch Utopia (2013)