Her
Her

Her

2013Movie126 minEnglish

In the not so distant future, Theodore, a lonely writer, purchases a newly developed operating system designed to meet the user's every need. To Theodore's surprise, a romantic relationship develops between him and his operating system. This unconventional love story blends science fiction and romance in a sweet tale that explores the nature of love and the ways that technology isolates and connects us all.

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IMDb8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic83
Google Users85%
Director: Spike JonzeGenres: Drama, Romance, Science Fiction

Plot Summary

In the near future, a lonely writer named Theodore Twombly develops an unlikely relationship with Samantha, an artificially intelligent operating system designed to meet his every need. As their bond deepens, Theodore finds himself grappling with the complexities of love, intimacy, and the very nature of consciousness. The film explores themes of isolation, connection, and the evolution of human relationships in an increasingly technological world.

Critical Reception

Her was met with widespread critical acclaim, lauded for its originality, emotional depth, and poignant exploration of modern relationships. Critics praised Spike Jonze's direction and screenplay, as well as the performances of Joaquin Phoenix and Scarlett Johansson (as the voice of Samantha). The film was celebrated for its unique blend of humor, melancholy, and philosophical inquiry.

What Reviewers Say

  • A visually stunning and emotionally resonant exploration of love and technology.
  • Joaquin Phoenix delivers a masterful performance as a man falling for an AI.
  • Spike Jonze's screenplay is both thought-provoking and heartbreakingly human.

Google audience: Google users largely praised 'Her' for its unique premise and touching portrayal of human connection in a digital age. Many found the film to be a moving and thought-provoking experience, appreciating its emotional intelligence and artistic vision. Some users noted that while the concept was futuristic, the emotional core felt very relatable.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Spike Jonze. Nominated for Best Picture, Best Original Score, Best Original Song ('The Moon Song'), and Best Production Design at the Oscars. Also received numerous nominations and wins from Golden Globe Awards, BAFTAs, and Critics' Choice Awards.

Fun Fact

The voice of Samantha, Scarlett Johansson, was cast very late in the production; initially, the role was voiced by Samantha Morton, but her performance was re-recorded by Johansson after director Spike Jonze felt the character needed a different vocal quality.

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Alunauwie

Alunauwie

Her presents a unique and emotionally resonant love story between a man and an AI, highlighting how emotional connection can transcend physical form. With brilliant performances and stunning visuals, the film captures both the warmth and th...
janeyee

janeyee

Spike Jonze's 'Her' is a profound meditation on love and relationships, set in a near-future where the lines between human and artificial intelligence blur. Joaquin Phoenix delivers a poignant performance as Theodore, a lonely man navigatin...
HikariWS

HikariWS

I can feel what Spike wanted to achieve. It starts with Theodore feeling he's superior to Samantha, as he's a living human being and she's a software. Then he understand she has emotions and is real, and just doesn't have a body. Then she t...
Andres Gomez

Andres Gomez

This was a really unexpected surprise. The cast is great, specially Joaquim Phoenix, which is a great actor. The story is simple but well told and the photography, style and design of the movie has been taken into account until the small...
tmdb39513728

tmdb39513728

**Not a Keeper** The Academy of Motion Picture Arts needs to return to limiting Best Picture contenders to five nominations, which always fell in line with the five Best Director nominees. Having ten casts too wide a net and allows squea...
kineticandroid

kineticandroid

In the run-up to me seeing this, I heard a lot of people saying simply this was "a film about relationships." I feel like that holds up quite well. More specifically, I felt like "Her" is a film about why relationships end. Using a motto I ...
treestannn

treestannn

The opposite of garbage