

ISOLIS
Earth. 2038. ISOLIS are working to create the perfect artificial intelligence so humans will never have to work again.
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Plot Summary
In a post-apocalyptic future, a lonely teenage girl known as 'Daughter' is raised by a kindly robot known as 'Mother' inside a secure facility. Mother's purpose is to rebuild the human race after an extinction event. When a mysterious stranger arrives with news that shatters Daughter's reality, she must question everything she has been taught about her world and Mother's true intentions.
Critical Reception
I Am Mother received generally positive reviews from critics, who praised its intriguing premise, stylish visuals, and strong performances, particularly from Clara Rugaard. While some found the plot somewhat predictable or derivative of other sci-fi narratives, it was widely regarded as a competent and thought-provoking thriller with a compelling mystery at its core.
What Reviewers Say
- Praised for its atmospheric tension and striking visual design.
- Clara Rugaard's performance as Daughter is a standout.
- Some critics noted familiar plot elements from classic sci-fi films.
Google audience: Audiences generally appreciated the film's suspenseful narrative and the ethical questions it raised about artificial intelligence and humanity's future. The performances and the unique aesthetic were frequently highlighted as strengths, though a few viewers felt the pacing could be inconsistent at times.
Awards & Accolades
Nominated for Best Film at the Sitges Film Festival.
Fun Fact
The robot 'Mother' was a combination of practical effects, puppetry, and CGI, with voice performance by Rose Byrne.
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