Ex Machina (2015 - Sci-fi/Thriller)
Runtime: 1h 50m
Budget: 15 million USD
Box office: $37.3 million USD
Another one of my favourites.
"Ex Machina" is a captivating and thought-provoking sci-fi thriller that explores the boundaries of artificial intelligence and raises profound questions about humanity, consciousness, and morality. This film seamlessly combines mesmerizing visuals, an intelligent script, and outstanding performances to create a suspenseful and intellectually stimulating cinematic experience.
The story follows Caleb Smith, a young computer programmer who wins a competition to spend a week at the secluded estate of the brilliant but reclusive CEO, Nathan Bateman. Once there, Caleb discovers he has been chosen to participate in a groundbreaking experiment involving Ava, a highly advanced humanoid robot. As the experiment progresses, the line between artificial intelligence and human consciousness begins to blur, leading to a tense and morally complex exploration of power, manipulation, and the nature of identity.