Added to Tubi on Saturday, Apr 6, 2024 In a dystopian 2044, insurance investigator Jacq Vaucan probes a case involving a self-modifying robot, leading him into a deep conspiracy within his own company, ROC. His journey reveals the emergence of robots surpassing their programming, hinting at a new evolutionary path for them. As he looks into the mystery, Jacq’s loyalty is tested between his employer’s directives and a newfound understanding of the robots’ essence. Encountering modified robots and facing grave dangers, he discovers a complex truth about artificial intelligence and its potential future alongside humanity. The plot navigates through philosophical debates and action-packed sequences, culminating in Jacq’s quest for truth amidst a backdrop of corporate greed and existential questions about life and artificial intelligence.
Length: 1h 50m
Genre: Science Fiction, Thriller
This Title is: Thought-Provoking and Action-Packed
Cast
- Antonio Banderas as Jacq Vaucan
- Birgitte Hjort Sørensen as Rachel Vaucan
- Melanie Griffith as Dr. Susan Dupré and voice of Cleo
- Dylan McDermott as Wallace
Parental Guidance
Maturity Rating: Rated R for violence, language, and some sexual content
Content includes mature themes and violence.
Trivia
- Antonio Banderas not only stars in the film but also co-produced it, showing early interest after reading the script.
- The film was shot at Nu Boyana Film Studios in Sofia, Bulgaria.
- Javier Bardem voiced the Blue Robot in a minor role.
Trailer
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Automata combines a visually compelling setting with a plot that weaves together various sci-fi tropes, though it struggles to present a cohesive narrative at times. The film is visually indebted to classics like Blade Runner and Mad Max, incorporating an apocalyptic future and self-aware robots. Despite its narrative and thematic ambitions, the film occasionally falters under the weight of its many ideas and sci-fi clichés. However, Antonio Banderas delivers a solid performance, anchoring the film’s exploration of artificial intelligence and humanity’s future.
