Teknolust
Teknolust

Teknolust

2002Movie83 minEnglish

Anxious to use artificial life to improve the world, Rosetta Stone, a bio-geneticist creates a Recipe for Cyborgs and uses her own DNA in order to breed three Self Replicating Automatons, part human, part computer named Ruby, Olive and Marine.

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IMDb5.7/10
Director: Lynn Hershman LeesonGenres: Science Fiction, Drama

Plot Summary

In a near future where human interaction is increasingly mediated by technology, a bio-artist named Rosetta Stone creates a new form of life using artificial intelligence. As she delves deeper into the digital realm, she grapples with themes of identity, sexuality, and the blurring lines between the real and virtual worlds. Her creations begin to develop their own consciousness and desires, leading to complex and unexpected consequences.

Critical Reception

Teknolust received a mixed to positive reception from critics, with many praising its ambitious conceptualization and Tilda Swinton's compelling performance. The film's exploration of themes like artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and human connection resonated with some viewers and critics, while others found its narrative somewhat fragmented or overly abstract. It is generally regarded as a thought-provoking, albeit niche, science fiction film.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its innovative exploration of AI and virtual identity.
  • Tilda Swinton's performance is a standout.
  • Some critics found the plot complex and abstract.

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Fun Fact

The film was shot on digital video, which was relatively novel for narrative features at the time, contributing to its distinct visual style.

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