Zoe

In a near-future where synthetic artificial intelligence companions are commonplace, a disillusioned scientist working for a leading AI company develops a revolutionary new synthetic designed to be the perfect companion. As he refines her, he begins to fall for her, blurring the lines between his creation and his own desires. Simultaneously, his colleague is attempting to engineer a more traditional romantic connection, leading to a complex exploration of love, technology, and what it truly means to be human.

Zoe received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who generally found the film's premise intriguing but criticized its execution, pacing, and underdeveloped characters. Audiences were also divided, with some appreciating the philosophical questions it raised about love and AI, while others found it emotionally distant and unconvincing.

• Praised for its ambitious exploration of AI and romance.
• Criticized for a lack of emotional depth and uneven pacing.
• The film's philosophical questions are interesting but not fully realized.

Google audience: Google users found the film to be thought-provoking, with many appreciating the exploration of futuristic relationships and artificial intelligence. However, a significant portion felt that the movie was too slow and lacked the emotional connection needed to fully invest in the characters' journeys.

Director Drake Doremus initially envisioned the film as a short, but expanded it into a feature when he felt there were more complex themes to explore regarding artificial intelligence and human connection.