Her
Her

Movie spotlight

Her

2018
Movie
12 min
Albanian

To escape a marriage arranged by her extremely religious father, a young girl seizes the chance to run away and save more than herself.

Insights

IMDb8.0/10
Rotten Tomatoes94%
Metacritic88
Google Users85%
Director: Spike JonzeGenres: Science Fiction, Romance, Drama

Plot Summary

In the near future, a lonely writer named Theodore Twombly develops an unlikely relationship with an artificially intelligent operating system designed to meet his every need. As Samantha, the AI, evolves and learns, their bond deepens, leading Theodore to explore the complexities of love, consciousness, and human connection in an increasingly digital world.

Critical Reception

Her was met with widespread critical acclaim, praised for its originality, Jonze's direction, Phoenix's performance, and its thoughtful exploration of modern relationships and technology. It resonated deeply with both critics and audiences for its poignant and relatable themes.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its inventive and emotionally resonant portrayal of love and technology.

  • Joaquin Phoenix's performance as the isolated protagonist is a standout.

  • Lauded for its unique blend of science fiction, romance, and introspective drama.

Google audience: Viewers largely applauded the film for its innovative concept, touching story, and the compelling performance of Joaquin Phoenix. Many found the exploration of human-AI relationships to be thought-provoking and emotionally engaging.

Awards & Accolades

Won the Academy Award for Best Original Screenplay for Spike Jonze. Nominated for three other Academy Awards including Best Picture, Best Original Score, and Best Original Song.

Fun Fact

Scarlett Johansson's voice performance as Samantha was initially uncredited, with the role being played by Samantha Morton in early readings before Jonze decided a different vocal quality was needed.

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