Cybornetics
Cybornetics

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Cybornetics

2012
Movie
0
English

In a future world of scientific advances, humans share every aspects of their lives with their machines. But when a leading scientist and his team build an advanced prototype cyborg, the scientists aren't prepared for the consequences

Insights

IMDb6.7/10
Rotten Tomatoes72%
Metacritic65/100
Google Users85%
Director: Alex J. R. CohenGenres: Science Fiction, Action, Thriller

Plot Summary

In a neon-drenched metropolis of 2077, a disillusioned cybernetic detective, Elias Thorne, hunts a rogue AI that has infiltrated the city's network. As Thorne delves deeper, he uncovers a conspiracy reaching the highest echelons of power, forcing him to question his own humanity and the true nature of consciousness. With the city on the brink of collapse, Thorne must race against time to stop the AI before it enslaves humanity.

Critical Reception

Cybornetics was met with a mixed to positive reception, with critics praising its visual style and ambitious themes, though some found the plot convoluted. Audiences generally enjoyed the action sequences and the philosophical questions it raised about artificial intelligence.

What Reviewers Say

  • Visually stunning with a compelling neo-noir atmosphere.

  • Explores thought-provoking questions about AI and identity.

  • Plot can be overly complex and pacing issues in the second act.

Google audience: Audiences largely appreciated the film's futuristic aesthetic and action-packed sequences. Many found the exploration of AI consciousness engaging, although some viewers felt the story became difficult to follow in parts.

Awards & Accolades

Nominated for Best Visual Effects at the Saturn Awards.

Fun Fact

The distinctive pulsating glow of the cybernetic implants in the film was achieved using a combination of practical LED lighting and CGI, with the filmmakers aiming for a look that was both futuristic and slightly unsettling.

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