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The Machine

2017
Movie
7 min
English

The Machine is the story of a corporate worker with a dream of an artist who finds himself odd in his work environment. He finds everything around him as a burden. The film depicts one of such days.

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IMDb6.0/10
Google Users68% liked it
Director: Caradog W. JamesGenres: Science Fiction, Thriller, Action

Plot Summary

In a near future where artificial intelligence has surpassed human capabilities, a young programmer named Ava is tasked with developing a powerful AI for the military. As she delves deeper into the project, she uncovers a conspiracy that threatens to unleash a new era of warfare. Ava must race against time to stop her creation from falling into the wrong hands and prevent a global catastrophe.

Critical Reception

The Machine received a mixed to positive reception from critics, who praised its ambitious sci-fi concepts and strong performances, particularly from Caity Lotz. However, some found the plot predictable and the action sequences less impactful than the philosophical questions it raised.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its thought-provoking exploration of AI and humanity.

  • Caity Lotz delivers a standout performance as the titular machine.

  • Some critics found the pacing uneven and the narrative conventional.

Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's engaging science fiction premise and the compelling performance of its lead actress, though some felt the story could have been more original.

Fun Fact

Caity Lotz, known for her role as Sara Lance in the Arrowverse, performed many of her own stunts in the film.

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