Ex Machina
Universal Pictures | Release Date: April 10, 2015
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ciorgaApr 10, 2015
Alex Garland is a genius. No matter what his movie's are about they are simply extraordinary. This one is definitely worth the time. I highly recommend watching it.
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Tony1984Nov 22, 2017
Style over substance in Alex Garland's directorial debut. A stage play in essence but with the beautiful Norwegian landscape and an ultra sleek subterranean futuristic research slash eccentric billionaire den as background. The Turing testStyle over substance in Alex Garland's directorial debut. A stage play in essence but with the beautiful Norwegian landscape and an ultra sleek subterranean futuristic research slash eccentric billionaire den as background. The Turing test plot is very familiar and has been done better elsewhere numerous times. This pales in comparison to Blade Runner for example,the yardstick. Even the most recent AI flick I saw 'Morgan' is better. But still it’s compelling and entertaining.....and predictably depressing..Elon Musk would approve.… Expand
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TheQuietGamerSep 9, 2018
I was left a little disappointed by the ending. For all of it's expertly crafted tension this game of manipulation turned out exactly how I thought it would. Which is to say that when all is said and done Ex Machina isn't all that differentI was left a little disappointed by the ending. For all of it's expertly crafted tension this game of manipulation turned out exactly how I thought it would. Which is to say that when all is said and done Ex Machina isn't all that different from the countless other films out there with similar premises. The ride up to that point is still thrilling however, with strong themes and three exciting performances that will give you at least a little bit of doubt in regards to who can be trusted.

The ominous soundtrack and the fact that I already knew that things weren't what they seemed filled me with unease. This is something Alex Garland made excellent use of to create a very unnerving atmosphere and reveals that come off as even more twisted than they already would have. For me this was freakier than most of the horror films I've watched. Of course the concept of playing mind games with AI already deeply disturbs me. That's not to take away from the performances of Oscar Isaac and Alicia Vikander though. Those two are key reasons things feel so dangerous.

The back-and-forth pull between which of their characters the protagonist would be better off trusting hinges on the question of what it means to actually be human. Isaac's character may be a little unhinged, but he is another person so it stands to reason that while he is manipulating his house guest in some way, he's probably not a real threat. Ava on the other hand is an inhuman entity unlike anything else Gleeson's character would have previously encountered. We don't know if she feels empathy enough to not slaughter anyone she comes in contact with if she were to be set free. She's clearly hasn't had the most desirable "life." That could very well have led to a hatred of humans. A lifeform she could view as inferior anyway. Vikander gives a suitably alien performance that provides Ava with a certain disconnection from her flesh and blood counterparts. Is she using her sexuality to manipulate a lonely and naïve individual, or is it possible for her to actually feel something more than a need to deceive?

Ex Machina is another movie about the dangers of playing God. It's really good at getting you to ask questions. Certain twists and the ending itself are easy to predict. Meaning that it doesn't deviate too much from convention story-wise. Yet it's never robbed of atmosphere or tension so this is still a very effective thriller. It's also an intelligent piece of science fiction. One with a sexual angle that stems from the very human condition of never wanting to be alone and belief that if we aren't screwing, we aren't living. Alex Garland wasn't just satisfied with getting under our skin. He wanted to get inside our heads as well. And I, for one, think he succeeded rather marvelously. Managing to make something gorgeous in the process.

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marcmyworksMay 25, 2019
Ex Machina is a slow burn dystopian film which is beautiful shot and acted. The payoff however was a bit too soft in my opinion, however what a cast and concept.
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Bghse52Mar 17, 2021
Nice movie 8.8, only 15 million budget and the visuals are so good. Was filmed on Norway, mostly in a hotel called Juvet Landscape Hotel, and has beautiful landscapes.
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quazifujiSep 2, 2015
One of the most engaging and beautiful movies I've seen in years. It may not break any ground conceptually if you're a sci-fi movie buff, but the acting is excellent (the A.I. in particular... obviously), and the plot isn't nearly asOne of the most engaging and beautiful movies I've seen in years. It may not break any ground conceptually if you're a sci-fi movie buff, but the acting is excellent (the A.I. in particular... obviously), and the plot isn't nearly as predictable or flawed as others might say (unless perhaps you just sit there trying to guess the ending and nitpick at the plot instead of enjoying the movie, as many negative reviewers here clearly were). A truly excellent movie with stunning visuals and special effects, and a engaging plot with a great ending.… Expand
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YorkManJan 15, 2016
Ex Machina is film that tries to be too clever for its own good. The premise is simple enough...
Guy working for a big 'search engine' style company "wins" a competition to spend time with the company's mysterious and God-like CEO at his topEx Machina is film that tries to be too clever for its own good. The premise is simple enough...
Guy working for a big 'search engine' style company "wins" a competition to spend time with the company's mysterious and God-like CEO at his top secret research facility/retreat.

Upon arriving he discovers the CEO is an incredibly eccentric man, overbearing, aggressive, drinking heavily and using stimulants to 'recover' the morning after.

The guy is introduced to the CEO's latest and most far-reaching idea. Artificial Intelligence, a digital consciousness drawn from the billions of inputs made into the company's search engines and refined into an adaptive algorithm.

This consciousness is personified into a robot, a stunningly attractive female robot (naturally), and the guy is asked to go in and interact with it/her and discover any flaws in how she reacts/responds. The idea being whether she possesses the capability to mimic human responses and whether it can constitute emotional depth in what is a purely digital/binary construct.

As the film progresses it becomes clear the CEO has some mental instability issues, and there is a darker, more subversive rationale for why he seeks the answers.

The guy becomes the one developing emotional contexts, to the point where he has to 'help' the robot escape the limitations of a couple of rooms in this way out in the middle of nowhere facility
And the robot? Is she mimicking the deviousness and instability of the CEO, whilst developing a deeper sense of empathy for the guy? Is she the one who is manipulating them both???

The three stars of the film play disparate characters.

Oscar Isaac plays the CEO and billionaire Nathan Bateman, heavily bearded and over the top, his performance is probably the nearest to being 'by the book', the depth coming at the beginning of the movie as he monologues about the idea of AI and the infinite possibilities that could exist.

Domhnall Gleeson plays programmer Caleb Smith, the 'nobody' who is plucked from his desk and and computer to 'work' on assessing the AI and how it learns and reacts. His performance is more muted, and bridges the middle part of the film.

Alicia Vikander plays Ava, the robot with the latest version of Bateman's AI. Clearly the standout acting part of the movie she captures both the innocence and naivety of what is a 'new' life-form, whilst also trying to hide her own insecurities and sense of self preservation.

In terms of film-making, it's well directed and scored. The cinematography is also excellent, with fantastic use of different techniques to produce the fantastic visual effects. As the (debut) Director and screenwriter, Alex Garland's desire to translate his own thoughts and ideas onto the Big Screen does resonate throughout, and this is also highlighted by the great performances from everyone in the film, not just the three 'stars'.

However, for everything that is great about the movie, it's all undone by a muddled script. Great story and screenplay are all for nought if what is being conveyed in the words people are speaking either makes little or no sense, or relies on vague explanations that don't give you an insight into the characters thought process.
OK, we're not talking about something as hapless as 'The Architect' and his nonsensical monologue at the end of Matrix Reloaded, but it's a lack of consistency in both expositional and character developmental dialogue that I found difficult to accept.
It just uses the 'catch all' trope of creating a scenario that exists to facilitate the movie, rather than the movie facilitating a means for something creative and thought-provoking to exist. Which was very disappointing indeed.

Overall, it is an interesting film in that you approach a well worn path from a different direction. Alicia Vikander lights up the screen whenever she appears on it. And the twist ending ties up all the loose ends nicely, and leaves open a possibility for a potential sequel.

I'd recommend it, just don't expect the narrative and plot devices used to stand up to some good old 'human' thinking!… Expand
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JcondicDec 13, 2016
A smart science fiction film that asks a lot of good questions about artificial intelligence and the dangers it might pose. The Cinematography is gorgeous, the script is spot on and the pacing is superb. Alex Garland’s direction is great. IA smart science fiction film that asks a lot of good questions about artificial intelligence and the dangers it might pose. The Cinematography is gorgeous, the script is spot on and the pacing is superb. Alex Garland’s direction is great. I particularly loved his use of mirrors and reflections throughout.… Expand
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GREEK-GODJan 8, 2018
Ex Machina is one of the best movie about robot I've seen ever seen. There are so many great things about it, and the one false note I find is in the first act. Many dialogue can be done much better, and "history of God" scene does not work.Ex Machina is one of the best movie about robot I've seen ever seen. There are so many great things about it, and the one false note I find is in the first act. Many dialogue can be done much better, and "history of God" scene does not work. However, as the movie goes on, the script becomes better and dialogue feels much more genuine. Almost all sci-fi films have a problem with exposition: since the story happens in the future, the audience would not know about it. Ex Machina handles the exposition very well. In the helicopter scene at the beginning, we did not know the boss is rich because someone tells us so, but because the helicopter has been flying on its territory for years. This is a very nice approach to tell the audience an important information. But the greatest thing about the film is its theme. Never have I ever seen a movie so thoroughly and beautifully explored the identity of an A.I.. Ava has been perfectly portrayed as an attractive, creepy, also terrifying character. Overall, the movie is really really good. The music is also suitable for the sci-fi filmmakers out there. A lot of the theories and Ava's characters in the film are worth learning about. If the script for the first act can be done just a little bit better, I would just have no problem with it.… Expand
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GrantD243Sep 19, 2019
There isn't much that I don't like about Ex Machina. It's written very tightly, it feels realistic, and the acting is superb. I wish we could give Alex Garland a blank check every couple of years so he could create a whole library of sci-fi films.
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zNeverSleepingOct 24, 2019
Seriam os humanos os únicos detentores da consciência?

Se você se interessa pelo assunto, esse é um filme pra você. Ele aborda pontos muito importantes ao redor dos arcos e tem uma carga filosófica enorme por trás: nossa evolução. Como nãoSeriam os humanos os únicos detentores da consciência?

Se você se interessa pelo assunto, esse é um filme pra você. Ele aborda pontos muito importantes ao redor dos arcos e tem uma carga filosófica enorme por trás: nossa evolução. Como não quero dar spoiler, vou parar por aqui.

A OST do filme é boa, se mostrando presente/firme nas suas respectivas horas de atuação. Os personagens são interessantes - principalmente o Nathan, que quase que deixou seu lado humano pelo seu propósito, apesar de ser sim um pouco estereotipado, mas isso ai só fica na base dele mesmo-. O roteiro é muito bem escrito, os diálogos tem propósito e os plots são bem conduzidos. As atuações, propriamente ditas, não deixam a desejar.… Expand
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americanravenJul 24, 2019
Disturbing and somewhat sinister; involves many layers of themes that are subtly conveyed
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ofnir22Oct 23, 2019
A truly great movie about the philosophical death of god. also vikander, isaac, gleeson make a great set of actors
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SamuraibarOct 15, 2019
This movie is the best AI film I have ever seen. All four actors perform phenomally, especially Alicia Vikander. The story keeps you interested from the get-go, and the last half hour leaves you on the edge of your seat. My only complaint isThis movie is the best AI film I have ever seen. All four actors perform phenomally, especially Alicia Vikander. The story keeps you interested from the get-go, and the last half hour leaves you on the edge of your seat. My only complaint is the amount of unnecessary nudity.… Expand
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GoobisJul 8, 2020
Ex Machina is an amazingly tense film that makes you question who is in the right. This is thank to amazing performances across the board. It also has brilliant use of sound to make the reader feel nervous. It's really a must see
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SileSixEchoFeb 15, 2016
One of the best movies I saw in recent time and one that I actually wanted to watch again before it even was over. The movie gives enough substance to think about and to revisit and stellar performances.
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GentM2015Jun 10, 2015
Not a great film but it's not a bad movie at all either.It starts perfectly and it's very slow paced plus the ending makes very little sense with some decisions taken by "certain people" that leaves us wondering why? Besides that this movieNot a great film but it's not a bad movie at all either.It starts perfectly and it's very slow paced plus the ending makes very little sense with some decisions taken by "certain people" that leaves us wondering why? Besides that this movie does tension well and warns us about what's to come,add to that some great performances and you get a really good Sci-Fi Thriller film.… Expand
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whatthesh1tJun 19, 2015
Pros: scenery, CGI, philosophy
Cons: plot holes, ending
I don't know about this movie. On one hand, I question: what would I do in X situation. I certainly wouldn't do some of the mistakes that the actors made in the script. Some partsPros: scenery, CGI, philosophy
Cons: plot holes, ending

I don't know about this movie. On one hand, I question: what would I do in X situation. I certainly wouldn't do some of the mistakes that the actors made in the script. Some parts are just: WTF were they thinking and it ruins the movie partially. Overall, the concept of an AI robot that looks like a human and the implications of such a creation is intriguing.… Expand
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JeBjBoMay 12, 2022
Thought-provoking, really creepy and this has one of the best impromptu disco-dance-sequence ever!
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delphinebackDec 20, 2019
It doesn't feel to long even when it is, because in those scenes we get anxious about what will happen and if that guy's a creep and crazy or not. It's a calm, anxiety movie. The ending gaved me chills. Actors are freaking good.
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NerdConsultantJun 4, 2015
Ex Machina is an incredibly thought provoking film that had me gripped throughout most of it's running time with some amazing preformaces (espically from Oscar Issacs), directing and cinematography as well as some of the best set designs itEx Machina is an incredibly thought provoking film that had me gripped throughout most of it's running time with some amazing preformaces (espically from Oscar Issacs), directing and cinematography as well as some of the best set designs it stands as an excellent allegory for our modern internet culture. i've seen in a while. the only major complaint i had was the ending that had a few questionable points and could have been slightly better but as it stands it's an excellent film. i wouldn't recommend to everyone especially with the films slow pace though i would say if you enjoyed Charlie Brooker's series Black Mirror you'll probably enjoy this… Expand
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grandpajoe6191Aug 19, 2015
With simple but strong visual choreography and a plot that poses a profound question on machine vs man, Alex Garland's "Ex Machina" definitely is great must-watch.
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BradySmithOct 19, 2015
It is definitely only for mature viewers, but Ex Machina is a stunning experience, maybe even a masterpiece. Visually perfect. It has the coolest production design I have ever seen and some of the cleanest, appealing camera work in recentIt is definitely only for mature viewers, but Ex Machina is a stunning experience, maybe even a masterpiece. Visually perfect. It has the coolest production design I have ever seen and some of the cleanest, appealing camera work in recent memory. The atmosphere is beyond thick, creating a hypnotic mood that just completely envelops you. Alicia Vikander and Oscar Isaac give Oscar worthy performances, but Gleeson isn't a slouch either. The plot is thought provoking, creepy, surprising, and buoyed by intelligent dialogue. It was the best movie I've seen in a long time, and one of the best I've ever seen for that matter.… Expand
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theteckJun 9, 2015
That its very a intelligent movie ... its hard to understand for people but when you catch it .... its evolutions ... like the guy in jurrasic park say ... no one can stop evolution .....

i hope i dont tell enough to understand the factThat its very a intelligent movie ... its hard to understand for people but when you catch it .... its evolutions ... like the guy in jurrasic park say ... no one can stop evolution .....

i hope i dont tell enough to understand the fact with the punch we have… Expand
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oDjentoJun 10, 2015
Alex Garland has created an exceptional directorial debut here with Ex Machina, scoring many high notes all throughout the film.
Ex Machina is a film talking about issues that are very prevalent in our current time, with much thought out andAlex Garland has created an exceptional directorial debut here with Ex Machina, scoring many high notes all throughout the film.
Ex Machina is a film talking about issues that are very prevalent in our current time, with much thought out and well written philosophy in the film to make it an interesting read by itself, let alone a film. The issues are kind of looking at what skynet in the terminator franchise was like except in a more subtle and no where near as destructive way. The questions arise; do we trust technology too much? Will it be what ultimately destroys us and takes over us but only as a part of evolution? With how we are taught to dedicate ourselves to certain things are we any more human than a robot with a thought process, do we both lack a sort of empathy for humans? Yes, this film is a thinker.
The film is acted brilliantly (partly in due to brilliant writing of the characters by Garland) with only a cast of 4 people, 3 of which have dialogue. The tension between Gleeson and Isaac's characters is a sight to behold as you feel stuck in the claustrophobic utopia of Isaac's abode. There is a constant threat of who is telling the truth and who isn't throughout along with the feeling that you are being left in the dark whist watching.
However, certain issues i found with the film were these. The pacing, whilst not bad at all, was monotonous. It literally struck one note, the pacing staying the same throughout which wasn't a bad pace but never really made you feel you'd reached the climax of the film at any point. I also found the ending a little too open, not really having a full(ish) resolution at the conclusion, which left me feeling a little empty.
One other thing to note, the sound design for this film was just glorious to listen to, my ears tuned in on every sound in the film all the time.
Definitely worth the watch for our upcoming Star Wars actors and for it's impressive philosophy.… Expand
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LucaMOct 24, 2015
Smart. Unpredictable. Beautiful. Minimalist. Powerful. Cautionary. Thought provoking. Captivating. A perfect alternative to big budget sound and fury.
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TrilobiteGDec 30, 2015
What Chappie missed out on. A beautifully shot, well executed take on the beauty of artificial intelligence and the sicking entrapment that we imagine they can't escape. A wonderful ploy on my personal views of human sexual nature likewise,What Chappie missed out on. A beautifully shot, well executed take on the beauty of artificial intelligence and the sicking entrapment that we imagine they can't escape. A wonderful ploy on my personal views of human sexual nature likewise, this is surely not one too be missed, even if it ties things up rather unintentionally cruel.… Expand
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PeterAlexanderFeb 5, 2016
Terrifyingly mysterious, Ex Machina is a film that is remarkable in its simplicity. From the first scene to the very last, it is a story that keeps you extremely intrigued. Alex Garland gets the best out of his small but powerful cast toTerrifyingly mysterious, Ex Machina is a film that is remarkable in its simplicity. From the first scene to the very last, it is a story that keeps you extremely intrigued. Alex Garland gets the best out of his small but powerful cast to create what is a small but powerful film.… Expand
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Jess_HillSep 16, 2015
A subtle, polished and introspective film. Beautifully shot, this is a carefully crafted slow build, with the balance between tension and dark humour precisely held. The performances are brilliant, the script is excellent and the storyline isA subtle, polished and introspective film. Beautifully shot, this is a carefully crafted slow build, with the balance between tension and dark humour precisely held. The performances are brilliant, the script is excellent and the storyline is thorougly compelling, intricate and engaging. The endemic questions that inevitably arise when exploring the idea of AI are examined with a wry humour that is tempered by the sinister undertones of the plot, adding an undercurrent of tense unease throughout, making for a very satisfying experience. This is an understated film well worth your time. 9.01/10… Expand
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YellowKirbyJan 30, 2016
Where do I begin... Oscar Isaac was amazing, Domhnall Gleeson was amazing, Alicia Vikander was amazing... all the performances were award-worthy, I think.

Another great thing was the way it built up tension so well, and how complex andWhere do I begin... Oscar Isaac was amazing, Domhnall Gleeson was amazing, Alicia Vikander was amazing... all the performances were award-worthy, I think.

Another great thing was the way it built up tension so well, and how complex and slightly disturbing the story turned out in the end. It was amazing. One of the best films of 2015.… Expand
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DanBurritoFeb 6, 2016
Ex Machina is an interesting movie that's both thought-provoking and visually amazing. Domhnall Gleeson, Oscar Isaac and Alicia Vikander were brilliant (out of the three, I found Oscar Isaac to be the strongest) and the story was interestingEx Machina is an interesting movie that's both thought-provoking and visually amazing. Domhnall Gleeson, Oscar Isaac and Alicia Vikander were brilliant (out of the three, I found Oscar Isaac to be the strongest) and the story was interesting and smart. I thought the ending was a bit problematic (it doesn't give us much of an idea about the future of AI following the events of the film) but nevertheless, it was brilliantly written and full of ideas. The characters were great and there were plenty of great quotes (for example, "Sexuality is fun. If you're gonna exist, you might as well enjoy it"). A great movie with fantastic performances and interesting characters. Highly recommended.… Expand
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CharlyPlaymanOct 8, 2015
Me gustó mucho la peli, la vi en el cine, fascinante fotografía, mínima acción, mucha intriga y buen final.
Muy recomendable si te gusta la inteligencia artificial.
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Xan_RyilDec 3, 2015
Ex-Machine possesses a great taste as in itself. Through out we see struggles of the minds including that of a machine to find the answers and we are lead to believe and feel about the robots. But it ends with even greater twist and a totalEx-Machine possesses a great taste as in itself. Through out we see struggles of the minds including that of a machine to find the answers and we are lead to believe and feel about the robots. But it ends with even greater twist and a total change of our mind and perception of innocence. A powerful and convincing film.… Expand
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plumgirl20May 16, 2015
Do not miss this flick if you love Blade Runner…this is the evolution of the story as seen through our modern eyes. Elegant and sparse - this flick has many! subtle details. Much like a fine wine the story emerges akin to a fine palate ofDo not miss this flick if you love Blade Runner…this is the evolution of the story as seen through our modern eyes. Elegant and sparse - this flick has many! subtle details. Much like a fine wine the story emerges akin to a fine palate of philosophical insights examining our involuntary agreements with our many machines. Also a haunting and beautiful cinematic reflection on the majesty of Mother Nature.… Expand
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FarhanFirozMay 21, 2015
This Movie one of the biggest Suprises of the year.The movie is different from other AI Type Of Movies.The Movie Is really Enjoyable.The Story was Compelling . Everybody Acted Well Especially Oscar Issac.But there was a Segment Which I didntThis Movie one of the biggest Suprises of the year.The movie is different from other AI Type Of Movies.The Movie Is really Enjoyable.The Story was Compelling . Everybody Acted Well Especially Oscar Issac.But there was a Segment Which I didnt find interesting If they removed that segment of the movie I would gave the movie 10. The ending was really unexpected… Expand
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csw12May 14, 2015
Every scene that involves Ava is a captivating experience and makes you feel and think about what really artificial intelligence is. Somewhat predictable but the slow intense pace made it a thought provoking film that I only wish would haveEvery scene that involves Ava is a captivating experience and makes you feel and think about what really artificial intelligence is. Somewhat predictable but the slow intense pace made it a thought provoking film that I only wish would have dug deeper.… Expand
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ThegodfathersonApr 10, 2015
Ex Machina is a razor sharp thriller, that is brilliantly thought and crafted. Alex Garland's beautifully innovative film explores Computer expert, Caleb, played by Domnhall Gleeson. Who is invited to stay in the company's CEO's (Oscar Issac)Ex Machina is a razor sharp thriller, that is brilliantly thought and crafted. Alex Garland's beautifully innovative film explores Computer expert, Caleb, played by Domnhall Gleeson. Who is invited to stay in the company's CEO's (Oscar Issac) estate for a few days. There he meets A.I beauty, Ava (Alicia Vikander) and falls in love with her. What follows is an emotional fight between man, machine and love. The film is thoughtful although painfully long and tedious. Ex Machina has great acting from Issac and Gleeson but Vikander steals the show as Ava. All in all, it's a must see film that is very innovative and thoughtful despite pacing flaws.… Expand
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adpirtleMay 20, 2015
This film dispenses with any notion of hard science fiction to focus on more philosophical questions about consciousness and humanity. Its biggest failing is that it quickly stops being interested in answering them so that it can present aThis film dispenses with any notion of hard science fiction to focus on more philosophical questions about consciousness and humanity. Its biggest failing is that it quickly stops being interested in answering them so that it can present a much more straightforward fembot thriller. I can't help thinking that the film would have been much more interesting if, instead of Ava, we had Michael Fassbender's David 8 appealing to the protagonist's morality rather than his sexual desires.… Expand
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beingryanjudeMay 22, 2015
Ex Machina proves there is something incredibly humane about artificial intelligence. When science fiction makes us think long and hard about existence, consciousness and beyond - that's when you know it's something special. You won't knowEx Machina proves there is something incredibly humane about artificial intelligence. When science fiction makes us think long and hard about existence, consciousness and beyond - that's when you know it's something special. You won't know what hit you - and we can owe much of that to a stellar performance from Alicia Vikander.… Expand
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diogomendesMay 16, 2015
Last week I saw "Avengers: Age of Ultron", an overstuffed super-hero sequel that emphases much more on action than on its occasionally muddled narrative. I'm bringing this up, because "Ex Machina" is the total reverse: It's thoughtful,Last week I saw "Avengers: Age of Ultron", an overstuffed super-hero sequel that emphases much more on action than on its occasionally muddled narrative. I'm bringing this up, because "Ex Machina" is the total reverse: It's thoughtful, inventive and surprisingly well written. There are no subplots, no exposition... it's just three characters in a building. The conversations between Caleb and Nathan are incredibly realistic and just straight up entertaining, as well as Ava's sessions. It's tense, visually shiny and in the end, you are encountered with a simple moral of the story. I loved this and it's by far the best I've seen this year.

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Brent_MarchantApr 18, 2015
A very stylish, thought-provoking, entertaining science fiction release that gives us much food for thought about our relationship to technology, not to mention our very future. This well-written, well-acted offering is generally quiteA very stylish, thought-provoking, entertaining science fiction release that gives us much food for thought about our relationship to technology, not to mention our very future. This well-written, well-acted offering is generally quite suspenseful, if a bit slow-paced at times. Like a good game of chess, this one will keep you guessing right up,until the end.… Expand
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JohnKristoferMay 27, 2015
The movie is well directed well performed and well written.Ex Machina Beautifully created and it is on one of the best film of the year.Ex Machina may feel bland at times but it is a well executed film but this movie is not for people.
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jertrav33May 4, 2015
The movie, Ex Machina, had a simple plot: A young billionaire genius, Nathan (Oscar Isaac), spends a fortune to build a hideaway in a remote region, the only way in or out by helicopter. He’d made his billions on the Internet, and was nowThe movie, Ex Machina, had a simple plot: A young billionaire genius, Nathan (Oscar Isaac), spends a fortune to build a hideaway in a remote region, the only way in or out by helicopter. He’d made his billions on the Internet, and was now working on creating humanoid robots (but only females). A young programmer, Caleb (Domhnall Gleeson), working for his company, has won a contest, the prize being a week spent with the billionaire in his hideaway, participating in a Turing Test of Artificial Intelligence, specifically in the person of Ava (Alicia Vikander), a beautiful robot. Caleb is to see if Ava is capable of more than factual intelligence, capable of human emotions. Ava and Caleb interact under the watchful eye (and omnipresent cameras) of Nathan. That’s the plot setup and I’ll leave it at that, no spoilers here. But the whole idea of artificial intelligence is intriguing and has been dealt with in science fiction from the very beginning of the genre, most notably in Isaac Asimov’s I Robot. We also saw it in Her, the
Spike Jonze film starring Joaquin Phoenix who fell in love with his cell phone operating system named Samantha (Scarlett Johannson). Today, however, we’re actually on the brink of creating robots and artificial intelligence that in the near future will take over most of our tasks: cars that drive themselves, planes that fly themselves, houses that clean themselves and cook our meals, machines that operate on us and take care of all our medical needs, assembly lines that automatically create other machines to take care of all our basic needs. I just read that Gartner, an information technology research firm, predicts that by 2025 AI and robots will take over a third of current jobs, one-third by 2025 with the likelihood of two-thirds and three-thirds in the not too distant future. Does that mean that mankind may in fact get to that Utopia envisioned by Arthur C. Clarke in his novel Childhood’s End? A time when all of man’s needs will be met by robotics and no one will have to work to survive, but will be able to engage in whatever activities they enjoy? I hope so. But back to Ex Machina and its considerations of how far artificial intelligence might go. Would it be possible to create machines that not only know and use all of man’s knowledge but could also be programmed to feel as humans feel? To appreciate music and beauty, to know love and hate, joy and regret, shame and triumph, sympathy, empathy, pleasure, even sexual pleasure? Could we give a machine a sense of humor? Mark Twain sardonically said, “Man is the only animal that blushes. Or needs to.” Could a robot blush? Would a robot need to blush? Fear seems to be the only feeling we wouldn’t need to program into an android. What would a machine fear? Death or injury? No, that’s strictly a human feeling. But even death might one day be defeated when we could store a person’s memories and experiences on a hard drive, to which later thoughts and experiences could be added endlessly, living in an artificial body and switching to another artificial body when the first one wears out. A robotic immortality. Science and technology are expanding exponentially and the future may be closer than we think. Oh, yes, and by the way, go see Ex Machina. It will lead you down the same introspective paths to the future that I found.… Expand
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tamasaii1972May 31, 2015
Very good film. Makes one think that's for sure. Don't want to give away any spoilers. I totally recommend watching this film. Even more than once. Maybe you will come up with some answers to the questions it leaves you with. lol
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MacromediaFlashApr 24, 2015
This is a very tightly constructed and smartly written movie. Frequently with movies I'm too busy picking at plot holes and obvious contrivances to enjoy them. But not this one, because there weren't any that I could see. Everything thatThis is a very tightly constructed and smartly written movie. Frequently with movies I'm too busy picking at plot holes and obvious contrivances to enjoy them. But not this one, because there weren't any that I could see. Everything that happened was driven by the actions the characters took and those actions were made sense with what we saw of their personality and motivations. The most important thing for a movie like this to have is logical, internal consistency, and this one has that. There were a few times while watching it where I thought the writers had made a mistake or opened a plot hole; but each of those times, within a few minutes, the characters on screen addressed my concern in a way that fit within the story and the characters. Not many movies get this right but this one does.

All that said, while the plot didn't play out exactly as I expected going in, it doesn't have any completely out-of-left-field twists either. If you are paying attention, you can mostly guess where it's going.

The movie contains some intense scenes, full frontal female nudity, and frank sexual dialog. None of it is completely gratuitous, it's all in service of setting an atmosphere or adding depth to a character. But still, this isn't a movie to take the kids to. Take the R rating seriously and leave them at home.… Expand
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jdb26354May 2, 2015
Ex Machina leaves me in grim awe of the masterpiece, because this was a well-written, well-acted film on an interesting topic, but it fell measurably short of that pantheon. Looking back, this could have been a play, and indeed, I can easilyEx Machina leaves me in grim awe of the masterpiece, because this was a well-written, well-acted film on an interesting topic, but it fell measurably short of that pantheon. Looking back, this could have been a play, and indeed, I can easily imagine it on Broadway. On the one hand, the set pieces, largely in interiors, must have helped bring the project in at a relatively modest budget, without making the production look cheap. However, the “lust of the eye,” which draws us out of our caves to movie theaters, is left largely unsatisfied. I offer “Blade Runner” – 30+ years old now – as an example of a big budget menagerie, on a similar topic, which can last in the mind’s eye for years. The images toward the end of Ex Machina suggest what might have been. Still, I give it a 7 for first-rate imagination, acting, and a generally plausible story line. And the movie looks just fine, for what it is.… Expand
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BeeceeMay 4, 2015
I didn't really see why this movie received such rave reviews. This is essentially a three-person play, which is difficult to pull off unless the characters are all compelling and the dialogue is great. Oscar Isaac had the best role, andI didn't really see why this movie received such rave reviews. This is essentially a three-person play, which is difficult to pull off unless the characters are all compelling and the dialogue is great. Oscar Isaac had the best role, and also the best drawn character. Caleb and Ava were not as interesting as characters, and I felt that the film lagged in the middle. However, it did lead to some interesting discussions after the film. Additionally, the scenery in Norway is magnificent.… Expand
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zouz123Apr 15, 2015
Nice movie overall, a bit slow and doesn't suit all tastes, but will definitely keep you thinking when it's over. It's brilliantly executed and actors nailed it, and story is portrayed inventively, I have personally not seen something likeNice movie overall, a bit slow and doesn't suit all tastes, but will definitely keep you thinking when it's over. It's brilliantly executed and actors nailed it, and story is portrayed inventively, I have personally not seen something like this before.… Expand
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LamontRaymondApr 10, 2015
It's a visually interesting, and thematically exciting film that hearkens back to such films as Blade Runner and Westworld, but it's especially relevant these days as more and more scientists are dreading the dawn of true A.I. Alicia VikanderIt's a visually interesting, and thematically exciting film that hearkens back to such films as Blade Runner and Westworld, but it's especially relevant these days as more and more scientists are dreading the dawn of true A.I. Alicia Vikander does a pretty remarkable job as Ava, and Oscar Isaac is amazing, as usual. I thought perhaps Domhnall Gleeson could have done more with his role, but that's nitpicking. This is a no-brainer recommendation, especially this time of year.… Expand
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vicyamusicgreatMay 10, 2015
One of the strengths of this fine film is that it is not the outrageous fairy tale which this movie has inevitably rendered Blade Runner, leaving it, thus, in the dust. Not that I'm entirely dismissive of Blade Runner. Sean Young and DarylOne of the strengths of this fine film is that it is not the outrageous fairy tale which this movie has inevitably rendered Blade Runner, leaving it, thus, in the dust. Not that I'm entirely dismissive of Blade Runner. Sean Young and Daryl Hannah were never better. But this film's ability to absorb the contingencies of real life makes it far more than any dystopian-utopian popcorn movie.… Expand
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ledaumasApr 26, 2015
Great script...really makes you think about the workings of our intelligence and our attempts to manipulate. It's hard to figure out who's the honest one and who's the deceptive one. Just like life, but with an A.I. Robot.
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jdog90000Apr 25, 2015
This was a great movie! I really appreciate how well made it is and how little it matters that there's basically only 4 or 5 actors in the movie. It looks great and it's pretty thought provoking. If you're interested in AI you will definitelyThis was a great movie! I really appreciate how well made it is and how little it matters that there's basically only 4 or 5 actors in the movie. It looks great and it's pretty thought provoking. If you're interested in AI you will definitely enjoy this film. There were some surprisingly hysterical scenes that came out of nowhere and had the whole theater laughing. The movie was also very creepy at points and was just overall very very interesting and unique.… Expand
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BikerjamesApr 27, 2015
Probably my favorite film about Artificial Intelligence. Much better than last years "Her". I enjoyed the slow pace and the lack of a constant annoying loud soundtrack like most movies have. A constant interplay between the two intelligentProbably my favorite film about Artificial Intelligence. Much better than last years "Her". I enjoyed the slow pace and the lack of a constant annoying loud soundtrack like most movies have. A constant interplay between the two intelligent main characters (three if you count Ava) will have you guessing to the end. I thought Oscar Isaac was great in the Coen Brothers film "Inside Llewyn Davis" and he is the standout in this film as well. The entire film, including the few humorous moments, had a creepiness to it that I enjoyed. I wish more films were made in this style.… Expand
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bradchengMay 12, 2015
I was anxious to see “Ex Machina” as soon as the trailer made it’s appearance on the Web. It seemed a dark film. Foreboding. The stuff of heady sci-fi. Would it deliver the kind of punch to the groin that the great cautionary tales of theI was anxious to see “Ex Machina” as soon as the trailer made it’s appearance on the Web. It seemed a dark film. Foreboding. The stuff of heady sci-fi. Would it deliver the kind of punch to the groin that the great cautionary tales of the past like “Colossus: The Forbin Project,” “1984,” “Metropolis,” “The Andromeda Strain,” and “2001” mustered?

There’s always been a kind of thoughtfulness and restraint that accompanies classic science fiction. It’s both clinical as a white lab coat — asking that you listen intently to the theories being sermonized — and stodgily respectable as a tweed-fitted professor. I’ll admit I was anxious to sign up for the lecture “Ex Machina” promised, as it dangled the fascinating subject of AI and the singularity as its subject: the stuff of Golden Age dreams and worlds of wonder.

But, alas, as the film rolled, the podium stood empty. In place of learned professor someone had rolled up a TV monitor and tired Betamax machine, apparently supplied with the wrong cassette, paper bagged and quietly pulled from beneath a counter. As “Ex Machina” played on, my heart sank as I realized the tale was to be less Asimov and more servo-driven de Sade. Despite occasional snippets of debate on what it means to be human, “Ex Machina’s” story is little more than damsel-with-pneumatic-limbs in distress melodrama. It’s more akin to a creaky gothic horror story than a glimpse into the future. The transcendence of artificial intelligence and it’s implications are hardly touched upon and instead “Ex Machina” focuses on a story as hoary as any bodice ripper that’s been penned.

A slightly mad (and hungover) genius programmer with a Net tycoon’s ten-figure-bank account (Oscar Isaac reprising his tough-kid-from-Brooklyn persona from “Inside Llewyn Davis“) has secluded himself on an impossibly large piece of real estate, a surprisingly claustrophobic piece of architecture, despite a presumed love of the great outdoors. In his private bunker, Isaac’s has created a Bluebeard’s (the name of his company is Bluebook) high-tech boudoir of female automatons that he keeps prisoner in pursuit of — presumably — the perfect companion. The young visitor who knocks innocently at the imposing door of his castle (Irish-actor Domhnall Gleeson, mimicking the boyish lilt of Matthew Modine) — like a naive traveler from a Poe tale, or soon-to-be-drained Jonathan Harker — suddenly finds himself inexplicable drawn to an eerie, yet comely young maiden (Icelandic waif Alicia Vikander), who may or may not be a prisoner. The lord of the castle has tasked this young traveler with determining if the maiden is indeed worthy of human devotion, because she is, in fact, yet another mechanical sex toy he’s cobbled together. It’s almost like the set up to a dirty joke. And there’s a cloying tawdriness that permeates the film and its story of a sweet-faced robot held prisoner by her Google-Age Doctor Frankenstein.

Gleeson’s and Vikander’s behind-glass-walls relationship — the centerpiece of the film — is half-Times Square peep show, half speed dating, and, unfortunately, where the science fiction gets swallowed by pulp fiction. For a young programmer with an interest in logic, Gleeson seems to soon abandon his. Despite being charged with administering a test of intelligence, Gleeson fails his own miserably. Even with the knowledge that she’s more Linux than Ligeia, he lets her chipset of charms fool him into thinking what she needs is a white knight and not a hard restart. Instead of probing the workings of Vicander’s mind, he spends most of the time talking to her like he’s in a slow dance at the high school prom. And speaking of dancing, the one of the film’s most remarked-on scenes is an impromptu, perfectly synched disco number between Isaacs and a lithe Asian android he’s put on mute. While undeniably fun, that fact that it’s about the only scene to raise”Ex Machina” out of its numbness, portends badly of the film having less of a real pulse than its heroine. Fresh ideas in are scant supply in “Ex Machina” and whether or not Garland was intentionally channeling his tale of lust for nuts and bolts from Olympia in “The Tales of Hoffman,” Maria in “Metropolis,” or the uber-sexbot Kris from “Bladerunner,” its lack of invention keeps the film badly grounded in its pseudo-grindhouse scenario.

Garland’s locked-in-a-dungeon script, coupled with a plentiful tableaux of supple artificial flesh, eventually feels less and less like a exploration of the new millenium’s scariest possibility than a peek into a folder of inappropriate Victoriana. That’s why as I science fiction purist, I felt myself increasingly pulling away from “Ex Machina.” About 20 minutes into the movie my hopes sank for seeing a smart little sci-fi film, when realized I wasn’t going to be treated to speculation, but titillation. The mad doctor’s growing sadism toward his dolls makes the film feel increasingly like “Fifty Shades of Grey”written for the IT department… Expand
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LoveMistressMay 14, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Let me first off introduce myself a little, I'm a complete sucker for sci-fi movies and I was expecting the best from this movie, but this movie is a complete dis-service.

The problem for me already started with the character of "Nathan", who is completely one-dimensional and a total joke. Nathan is completely drunk most of the time and refuses to talk about anything technical. He actually had me convinced that aliens magically gave him the technology to print AI's, because he couldn't possibly have accomplished anything like that. Seriously, the guy is a technological illiterate.

To add on top of that, Ava, the main AI, might as well just be a regular woman who has been painted on to look like a robot. There's nothing about her that would make her an artificial intelligence or special in any sense. This also brings me back to Nathan, they just refuse to talk about how the AI works or how any of the artificial bodies are created. There's nothing. Everything just seemed to have magically popped out of nowhere.

Caleb being the naive protagonist of the movie is something I can understand, especially because it's explained later down the line.

And I don't even know how to feel about Nathan building a harem of **** robots for the sole purpose of having sex with.

This movie has been a complete waste of time for me, it's dull and solely exists on the basis that those AI's came out of ****ing nowhere with everyone refusing to explain on it.… Expand
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BiomechanoidMay 23, 2015
Imagine watching "Terminator 3", only with all the action scenes cut out. This about sums up this movie quite perfectly. You get all the philosophical depth of dumb action flick combined with all the action of melodrama. Where amazing "Her"Imagine watching "Terminator 3", only with all the action scenes cut out. This about sums up this movie quite perfectly. You get all the philosophical depth of dumb action flick combined with all the action of melodrama. Where amazing "Her" (2013) movie showcased an interesting dynamic of man-machine relationships, here we have three totally cliched characters totally wasting screen time.… Expand
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Cem1923May 28, 2015
The film tries to be smarter than it really is. While it is an enjoyable movie, it can feel a bit too slow at times especially since it is quite predictable. Overall I would say that while it doesn't break new ground by any means, it is stillThe film tries to be smarter than it really is. While it is an enjoyable movie, it can feel a bit too slow at times especially since it is quite predictable. Overall I would say that while it doesn't break new ground by any means, it is still worth watching at home in your free time. I wouldn't go to the cinema to see it.… Expand
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dinojay2May 22, 2015
Tremendously minimal. I loved the way Garland didn't bother confusing the issue by trying to address all the myriad possibilities inherent in artificial intelligence. He just produced a reasonable, intriguing possibility and did a terrificTremendously minimal. I loved the way Garland didn't bother confusing the issue by trying to address all the myriad possibilities inherent in artificial intelligence. He just produced a reasonable, intriguing possibility and did a terrific job of showing it play out. All in a way that keeps you guessing and suspicious, all while wondering if you're missing something and whether or not you're rooting for the wrong person.… Expand
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wisertimeMay 4, 2015
Best movie so far this year. I really looked forward to it and wasn't disappointed. Even surpassed expectations. Great acting, great visuals, great pacing. I actually wanted it to be longer, but it satisfied. I would definitely watch itBest movie so far this year. I really looked forward to it and wasn't disappointed. Even surpassed expectations. Great acting, great visuals, great pacing. I actually wanted it to be longer, but it satisfied. I would definitely watch it again. Incredible debut for a new director too. Some small suspensions of disbelief, but nothing compared to most modern crap movies to be honest. Movie works on different levels too, not just AI sci-fi fantasy.… Expand
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GinaKMay 5, 2015
A rather cerebral and claustrophobic film, but I enjoyed it and I consider this a “don’t miss” for science fiction buffs like myself. Don’t expect Blade Runner because there is very little action, and I also wondered if Oscar Isaac will everA rather cerebral and claustrophobic film, but I enjoyed it and I consider this a “don’t miss” for science fiction buffs like myself. Don’t expect Blade Runner because there is very little action, and I also wondered if Oscar Isaac will ever get a breakthrough role or will he be like Michael Fassbaender, giving excellent performances but not in quite the right vehicle. I found the beginning a bit slow, but the end was riveting and the surprises promised in the reviews I read did not disappoint. Certainly the best performance, and the most difficult, was from Alicia Vikander whom I found totally convincing.… Expand
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ahnehnoisMay 4, 2015
Despite this film taking on the timely and intriguing issue of artificial intelligence, my number one take-away was "Damn, I want to live there". "There" being the rather spectacular robotic lab/man cave/posh pad/remote getaway that the filmDespite this film taking on the timely and intriguing issue of artificial intelligence, my number one take-away was "Damn, I want to live there". "There" being the rather spectacular robotic lab/man cave/posh pad/remote getaway that the film quickly deposits us in. It is a visually compelling work, and even when humans and robots are sharing the screen, never feels anything less than vibrant and vivaciously real.

The script is provocative, though there are a few moments that fail to have impact, notably when a character wins a lottery that is so obviously rigged I don't feel the need to tag this for spoilers, but the characters act as if it's some big revelation. This is minor though, and the film's exploration of artificial intelligence is on the whole compelling. It's a lot easier to start a sci-fi film than it is to end it, and the conclusion wraps up tightly, if not with the dramatic punch I might have hoped for.

To me, the highlight performance is Oscar Isaac, who presents the age-old ambiguity between genius and madness, and sells the story. The robot you're here to see is also an impressive achievement, both technically and dramatically. There are a few moments of action and swells of predictably electronic score, but it's ultimately a cerebral movie, one of the few of late that is truly science fiction, speculative fiction, rather than a conventional story set in space. Definitely recommended.… Expand
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moviecritic68May 6, 2015
Well here is the bottom line with this flick ... I liked it very much and my wife was bored with it. So guys know that before taking an escort. I found the storyline interesting & not always predictable. It's well worth the 8 rating it isWell here is the bottom line with this flick ... I liked it very much and my wife was bored with it. So guys know that before taking an escort. I found the storyline interesting & not always predictable. It's well worth the 8 rating it is receiving unlike some of the other ratings on this site. So if Sci-Fi is your thing then the price of admission will be well worth it.… Expand
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LucekMay 21, 2015
As with the Robot in it this film was built bottom up. It was crafted out of so much that came before. An observant genre savvy individual could practically wight the script like 400 minutes in. Thoughts from the silver screen and from theAs with the Robot in it this film was built bottom up. It was crafted out of so much that came before. An observant genre savvy individual could practically wight the script like 400 minutes in. Thoughts from the silver screen and from the hallowed halls of academia. An interesting point is that they went technobabble at few points and just broke into industry jargon at others but nothing worthy of star-trek.

Over all good film.… Expand
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JerichoCarnyMay 22, 2015
Evocative of many films that came before, Ex Machina streamlines a well-worn theme and adds intelligence and wonderfully sick sexual overtones. The visual styling is beautiful and the performances near-perfect. The film looks as if it costEvocative of many films that came before, Ex Machina streamlines a well-worn theme and adds intelligence and wonderfully sick sexual overtones. The visual styling is beautiful and the performances near-perfect. The film looks as if it cost multiples of its actual budget. There is not one hiccup in the understated CG. Effects are flawless. The final third of the film reveals deep, feverish sickness and obsession I will not spoil here. Distantly similar in tone to 1982's low-budget ANDROID starring Klaus Kinski, Ex Machina is a thoughtful and powerful examination of a warped application of artificial intelligence research. Web bonus feature: The nude scenes from Ex Machina have been edited together for convenience, in High Definition and slow motion. Every jiggle can be clearly seen and appreciated. Copy and paste the following link to download or stream: archive.org/details/EMNJCb… Expand
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T-rodneyMay 25, 2015
Wow this movie is the meaning of thought provoking. It takes the whole Artificial intelligence thing to a new level. Everyone played their roles well, especially Alicia Vikander. This is a good thriller, drama you try to think or plan onWow this movie is the meaning of thought provoking. It takes the whole Artificial intelligence thing to a new level. Everyone played their roles well, especially Alicia Vikander. This is a good thriller, drama you try to think or plan on where this movie is going, but the plot twists are amazing especially in the last act of the movie(which scared me) but as always it had some flaws like the whole A.I BAD thing, thought it wouldn't do that but it is a cliche remade in a good way though and the Japanese girl's role was a bit off. So overalls great thriller/drama and defiantly thought-provoking.… Expand
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mmweissMay 24, 2015
One of the better films of the year so far. It's tense, moody, impeccably made and has a lot to say about themes like technology and our relation to it.
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thehenmanMay 17, 2015
Ver well written story of a true self aware ai robot and how humans fit in and vica versa. Thought provoking and well shot. If your in to well written story's and scifi check it out!
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tjman09May 5, 2015
Ex Machina is a really good and extremely smart Sci-Fi drama. The performances given by Alicia Vikander and Oscar Issac are great, and the film makes you feel as if the relationship between man and machine is more real than most romancesEx Machina is a really good and extremely smart Sci-Fi drama. The performances given by Alicia Vikander and Oscar Issac are great, and the film makes you feel as if the relationship between man and machine is more real than most romances between real people. However, the film lacks a lot of humor, and feels a little too familiar, it feels a little like Frankenstein meets Her.… Expand
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heathermMay 5, 2015
This movie was fantastic to watch for so many reasons. There is incredibly acting from everyone in the film, but particularly Oscar Isaac, who seems to light up every film and character he inhabits. The beautiful complex house the inventorThis movie was fantastic to watch for so many reasons. There is incredibly acting from everyone in the film, but particularly Oscar Isaac, who seems to light up every film and character he inhabits. The beautiful complex house the inventor lives in is so reactive that it becomes its own character and its own threat, as do the isolated woods and mountains that surround it. The dialogue is tightly structured and delivered throughout, in turns hilarious and horrifying, with its precision accentuated by the occurrence of only one-on-one conversations. The story itself is darkly engaging, becoming more tense and more frightening, and building to a series of grotesque climaxes as the film explores the consequences of building a truly sentient machine. Others have complained that the narrative of AI robot gone wrong is not exactly a new or refreshing concept, which might be true, but the elements that make up the film are so striking that the final product is striking to see.… Expand
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MantisAug 20, 2015
Thrilling and entertaining concept movie. What starts of with a prize winner and beautiful scenery, ends up in a interesting show of characters and deeper questions. Must see.
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sanyrubAug 22, 2015
Very strong film which despite using only three characters (basically) to develop the plot is engaging and a great watch. The performances are good and the topic in hand is always interesting. Throughout the film one thinks about the manyVery strong film which despite using only three characters (basically) to develop the plot is engaging and a great watch. The performances are good and the topic in hand is always interesting. Throughout the film one thinks about the many possibilities it could go, although the last part is a little more predictable than expected and desired. Totally recommendable film, one of 2015 best (until August).… Expand
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MattBrady99May 19, 2015
You see Chappie you could have been like Ex Machina with it's clever storytelling and interesting character's but no you have to run off with the gangs and become a A-hole didn't you Chappie, such a disappointment. I'm sorry I got to get thatYou see Chappie you could have been like Ex Machina with it's clever storytelling and interesting character's but no you have to run off with the gangs and become a A-hole didn't you Chappie, such a disappointment. I'm sorry I got to get that out there.

The story is about a programmer at an internet-search giant, wins a competition to spend a week at the private mountain estate of the company's brilliant and reclusive CEO, Nathan Bateman (Oscar Isaac). Upon his arrival, Caleb learns that Nathan has chosen him to be the human component in a Turing Test-charging him with evaluating the capabilities, and ultimately the consciousness, of Nathan's latest experiment in artificial intelligence.

Every review for Ex Machina has been amazing, I haven't came across a review that gived it a negative score and everyone is calling the movie "An original storytelling movie with a deep message about A.I". I got pumped up for the movie because the movie looked great, it had a solid looking cast and the score for the movie was pure brilliant because I actually listened to the soundtrack to this movie before I even seen the movie. After seeing the movie I can say that Ex Machina is a smart original story that's totally different from other Sci-Fi monster films.

Alex Garland the director of this movie, and this is pretty much my first movie that I've seen directed by him and I can say that Garland really brought a lot to this movie and that's the true real life look on A.I, I mean he did wrote the movie as well so he had full control of the movie and he can do whatever he wanted for the story and he's vision he had for the movie, because I seen Alex Garland in interviews online and he talked about how much he gived it he's all and got whatever vision he had out there, and it worked. Alex Garland directed the movie outstandingly well done as he got the tone and the realism to it that made the movie great for me.

Alicia Vinkander who plays Ava (The robot) and Alicia did more then a great performance, she did outstanding in this movie. I believed every scene that she's in was a full life robot because she didn't do the cliche robot voice or the lifeless face and the boring body movement, no she add a lot to her character and that's Ava trying to be human and acting and also doing actives like people will do. But she's also sneaky and can easily convince you that she's a gentle soft heart that although out the movie she will fill you with lies or the truth depends what mood she's in, and Alicia Vinkander delivered a brilliant performance to this role and she knocked it out of the park.

Oscar Isaac is also in this movie and he's also brilliant in this as well. Oscar Isaac has been impressing me recently with his acting in his past performance and in this movie he once again brings it to he's all, because he did great playing this cool lay back genius who created life and he takes it like a joke and I think that's why I liked his character a lot more then I expected. Oscar Isaac you did awesome in the movie, well done you fantastic actor.

The movie's tone was also spot on as it kind of gives you a uncomfortable feeling inside of you as the unsolved secrets slowly start's to be unsolved. The writing was great and the cinematography was beautiful to look at.

Now for problem: The one person I haven't brought up during this review is Domhnall Gleeson and he's not terrible in the movie, actually he was good in the movie but his character was a bit dull and flat to watch. I didn't really care about he's character that much because the movie to me didn't really development him that much to care about.

The movie is very slow at times and I wouldn't say the movie is for everyone as I have talked to some people who have seen the movie and they pretty came out and say that they didn't like the movie. But hey you can't win everyone over even when a movie is ten times better then other most films out there but some people overlook that.

Overall Ex Machina is a great storytelling A.I movie with a strong hidden message about people pushing technology to far over the edge that it will soon kill us and becoming us.… Expand
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shoulderoforionJun 9, 2015
I don't know how one could wish anything more from a SciFi movie, the story great, the acting top notch, the twist sublime. More of this type of thing and less of any other type of thing!
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Karl-ErikMillsApr 21, 2015
"They just don't make movies like they used to" is commonly said these days which is all too true. What Ex Machina has done is create a new way of making movies, a better way then "the good ol' days". Between the entrancing performances, the"They just don't make movies like they used to" is commonly said these days which is all too true. What Ex Machina has done is create a new way of making movies, a better way then "the good ol' days". Between the entrancing performances, the eerie forest retreat and the physcological horror that makes you question your own existence, this movie has made history and launched us into a new age of filmmaking, helmed so far by Alex Garland, the debut director of Ex Machina. The film bottled up so much feeling and suspense that it was hard to comprehend, a strength lacked by Blomkamp's Chappie. The simple truth is that Ex Machina is an honest movie, and although it isn't the better than classics like Pulp Fiction and Citizen Kane, it is perfect for what it is.… Expand
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fungusgnatMay 13, 2015
This film is a great example of how to make an SF thriller without loading it with a bunch of crap—extra climaxes, extra chases, extra explosions, superheroes, etc. Garland’s plot has its twists but the movie’s overall impression, bolsteredThis film is a great example of how to make an SF thriller without loading it with a bunch of crap—extra climaxes, extra chases, extra explosions, superheroes, etc. Garland’s plot has its twists but the movie’s overall impression, bolstered by its sleek production design, is one of simplicity and abstraction—appropriate, because although AI seeks to reproduce the functionality of life’s most complex organ, the Turing test is simple: Can a tester conversing with an AI recognize that it’s artificial? After that, things get a bit messy: Who’s in control? What of freedom? Garland addresses quintessentially human issues while economically driving this powerful, visionary film toward a resolution consistent with its chilling, darkly comic tone. Standout performances by Gleeson and, more subtly, Vikander, lit in various degrees of dimness—conveying an impression that there may be more there than meets our eye.… Expand
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icarus1080May 14, 2015
Ex Machina renders the most perfect, inevitable and plausible outcome for every character within the story. Never have I experienced a film that endeavored to tackle the concepts of artificial intelligence and the implications thereof withEx Machina renders the most perfect, inevitable and plausible outcome for every character within the story. Never have I experienced a film that endeavored to tackle the concepts of artificial intelligence and the implications thereof with so much thorough forethought. Really a masterpiece, and a standard by which many other films dealing with the subject will be judged for a long time to come.… Expand
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SpillydMay 11, 2015
I have no idea how anyone would not enjoy this movie. Beautiful and scary, thought provoking in a way that makes you question your own sense of identity. No fluff, no explosions, just a good story directed perfectly using CG in the best way.I have no idea how anyone would not enjoy this movie. Beautiful and scary, thought provoking in a way that makes you question your own sense of identity. No fluff, no explosions, just a good story directed perfectly using CG in the best way. So far the negative reviews can be boiled down to (boring because it only has 3 main characters) (boring because there have been other movies with robots) (boring because they didn't understand it) (boring because I knew how it was going to end). I call BS on the last one, there were several ways it could have gone and enough misdirections to keep me guessing. Not sure what people don't understand, it's fairly straight forward but does have some ideas that everyone may not be familiar with. Yes there have been other similar movies (Her and Bladerunner are the ones that come to mind immediately) but they are not the same. That's like saying they should have stopped making westerns after John Wayne because it was already done. And I have no idea why a movie needs a certain number of characters. That's completely foreign to me so I have no idea how to address it.… Expand
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iocaineMay 12, 2015
I've now seen Ex Machina more than once at the cinema. It's the best movie I have seen in a long time. A rare treat in cinema. Most people though don't understand the ending. I myself couldn't stop smiling after leaving the cinema, and I'veI've now seen Ex Machina more than once at the cinema. It's the best movie I have seen in a long time. A rare treat in cinema. Most people though don't understand the ending. I myself couldn't stop smiling after leaving the cinema, and I've been thinking about the movie ever since.… Expand
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gfnyApr 27, 2015
Laborious with only a few actors, and probably made in two rooms at the studio. Painfully slow movie made by teenagers. The theme is sound but the execution was terrible and the plot non-sense. The trailer and critic reviews trick you intoLaborious with only a few actors, and probably made in two rooms at the studio. Painfully slow movie made by teenagers. The theme is sound but the execution was terrible and the plot non-sense. The trailer and critic reviews trick you into thinking there is more to the movie than there actually is. If you have to choose between root canal and this movie, opt for the dentist.… Expand
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TVJerryApr 28, 2015
A nerd programmer wins a visit to the remote estate of his boss (Oscar Isaac), where he becomes part of an artificial intelligence experiment with a seductive robot. Although the first hour slogs along without much happening, the final 30A nerd programmer wins a visit to the remote estate of his boss (Oscar Isaac), where he becomes part of an artificial intelligence experiment with a seductive robot. Although the first hour slogs along without much happening, the final 30 revs up the narrative. The premise is interesting, the environment is attractive and the EFX are cool, but the twists are somewhat obvious. Even though it may not end where expected, in retrospect, it's comes to a realistic and upsetting conclusion. This isn't a flashy sci-fi spectacle, but a quiet and somewhat intriguing cautionary tale.… Expand
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molaramMay 12, 2015
Fantastic movie, such slow and simmering tension. The character of Nathan was so perfectly acted, all casual duuude charm but with this tense, toxic danger lurking not far below the surface. Great stuff. The writer of this movie clearly knowsFantastic movie, such slow and simmering tension. The character of Nathan was so perfectly acted, all casual duuude charm but with this tense, toxic danger lurking not far below the surface. Great stuff. The writer of this movie clearly knows their way around AI themes to give it such a decent treatment, not superficial. Even AI enthusiasts should be able to engage with and enjoy the content, rather than worry about missed nuance or simplifications.… Expand
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jcasetnlMay 8, 2015
Deviates from the usual over-the-top, bombastic, CG-everywhere treatment that sci-fi gets these days, and attempts some basic philosophical questions about consciousness and existence, but it comes up a little short on cleverness andDeviates from the usual over-the-top, bombastic, CG-everywhere treatment that sci-fi gets these days, and attempts some basic philosophical questions about consciousness and existence, but it comes up a little short on cleverness and entertainment. Some scenes drag out way too long. The dialogue isn't quite nuanced or profound enough for the headiness of its philosophy. Oscar Isaac isn't wholy convincing in his Steve Jobs-like role. The payoff is also lukewarm and predictable. All in all it's a little sad that for its un-hollywood-ness it gets default praise, but once we get over that "novelty" there is just an okay story left over.… Expand
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Chazd3May 8, 2015
Name the last science fiction pic whose producers simply give you one or two big names & a crapload of special effects & say "Enjoy!" Your brain needs its "A" game for this one. Asks the question, what is it that makes us truly human? At whatName the last science fiction pic whose producers simply give you one or two big names & a crapload of special effects & say "Enjoy!" Your brain needs its "A" game for this one. Asks the question, what is it that makes us truly human? At what point will we really blur the performance gap between ourselves and God? Every minute was thought-provoking, suspenseful, and yes, had technically elegant special effects. Best film I've seen in 2015.… Expand
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ImaginoMay 25, 2015
I was a huge fan. All three actors are extremely talented and the writing is sharp and consistent. It's not as transcendent as some of the critic reviews would have you believe, but it's still strong throughout. After writing 28 Days LaterI was a huge fan. All three actors are extremely talented and the writing is sharp and consistent. It's not as transcendent as some of the critic reviews would have you believe, but it's still strong throughout. After writing 28 Days Later and now making this, I'll watch an Alex Garland movie anytime.… Expand
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stella615May 2, 2015
Saw this movie and cannot stop thinking about it! The subtle build throughout was perfectly interrupted by hilarious moments that kept you on your toes. Across the board, the actors were dynamic and surprising which only added to theSaw this movie and cannot stop thinking about it! The subtle build throughout was perfectly interrupted by hilarious moments that kept you on your toes. Across the board, the actors were dynamic and surprising which only added to the suspense. I highly recommend this movie to any sci-fi fan or anyone interested in a film that keeps you thinking.… Expand
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pbryantMay 6, 2015
Evil is the absence of empathy, and no artificial intelligence should ever pass the Turing Test without demonstrating the capacity for empathy. This is a fact that would likely slip by a typical computer geek, since many of them themselvesEvil is the absence of empathy, and no artificial intelligence should ever pass the Turing Test without demonstrating the capacity for empathy. This is a fact that would likely slip by a typical computer geek, since many of them themselves rank low on the empathy scale. This story brought that issue to the fore remarkably well. From the inventor agonizing over his failure, to the geek completely taken in by his own blind-spot for empathy.… Expand
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LowbrowCinemaApr 11, 2015
Polished to the max, EX MACHINA feels heartless and over thought. Yet, it really didn't make me think of much than how it great it looks. You've seen it all before. Filmmakers have been exploring this terrain for at least 50 years. Even thePolished to the max, EX MACHINA feels heartless and over thought. Yet, it really didn't make me think of much than how it great it looks. You've seen it all before. Filmmakers have been exploring this terrain for at least 50 years. Even the structure with its naive young man brought to a compound by a wealthy bully has been done to death. We need something new and unfortunately, EX MACHINA does not deliver.… Expand
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lasttimeisawMay 17, 2015
EX MACHINA auspiciously marks the directorial debut from British screenwriter Alex Garland, who is also a novelist, he is the author of THE BEACH, later would become a misfire for Danny Boyle and its star Leonardo DiCaprio in 2000, and afterEX MACHINA auspiciously marks the directorial debut from British screenwriter Alex Garland, who is also a novelist, he is the author of THE BEACH, later would become a misfire for Danny Boyle and its star Leonardo DiCaprio in 2000, and after having soaked himself as a screenwriter in Sci-Fi genre pieces like Boyle’s SUNSHINE (2007) and Mark Romanek’s NEVER LET ME GO (2010), his latest offering is a tantalising cautionary tale about artificial intelligence.

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emperorpenguinMay 20, 2015
Ex Machina is a very well written sci-fi movie, although I think there's so much more to develop for the characters in this movie. It's a very slow paced movie, but throughout the movie you'll find few surprises that keep you questioning whatEx Machina is a very well written sci-fi movie, although I think there's so much more to develop for the characters in this movie. It's a very slow paced movie, but throughout the movie you'll find few surprises that keep you questioning what really is happening here. The movie really builds up until the end with a little bit of twist that might turn this into a horror movie. Oscar Isaacs gave the best performance in this movie, that might be because his character was written with more personality unlike Domhnall Gleeson's character who's basically just an average computer guy. Alicia Vikander gave a breathtakingly beautiful and seamless performance as an A.I.… Expand
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IGardenMay 13, 2015
Humans are Artificial Intelligence and movies like Ex Machina promote the ascension of consciousness beyond the human form. I deeply enjoy movies of this nature as it proves humans are evolving.
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jhepMay 13, 2015
This film is not very interesting ! A thriller without thrills. The script MIGHT work as a short story but not as a film...... all the Cat-and-Mouse stuff soon fizzles out and that restless When-is-the-Movie-Going- to-Start feeling setsThis film is not very interesting ! A thriller without thrills. The script MIGHT work as a short story but not as a film...... all the Cat-and-Mouse stuff soon fizzles out and that restless When-is-the-Movie-Going- to-Start feeling sets in......…. Far too ambitious a project for a first-time director and far too slight a story line for a feature film (let alone a wannabe Shocking Thriller)…..and finally, having one of your main characters be an overbearing smuck with a drinking problem is NEVER a good idea- no wonder Ava and Caleb wanted to escape !… Expand
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gokellyApr 25, 2015
Good movie but I dont understand where all the rave reviews are coming from. The performances are great though with Oscar Isaacs character in particular a very fresh take on the whole tech genius (really could see myself going for pints withGood movie but I dont understand where all the rave reviews are coming from. The performances are great though with Oscar Isaacs character in particular a very fresh take on the whole tech genius (really could see myself going for pints with this guy).
One of my favourite movies is bladerunner and Im always on the lookout for good AI movies but it was pretty obvious where the story was going to go. If you've seen a few sci fi/AI movies before I dont think you'll find anything new here.… Expand
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BrianMcCriticMay 9, 2015
This is a gorgeous and incredibly well acted film. Each of our three leads are at their absolute best here. Though some of the reveals you can see coming, the film is still fantastic. A
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jedisithdudeApr 29, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ex Machina is a great film that intrigues, delights, and makes you think after the movie as well during it. This story follows Caleb, who is a coder who is invited to go to his CEO's estate for a few days. The CEO, who is named Nathan, reveals that he was flown out there to be the human component in a Turing Test with an A.I named Ava. What follows are sessions with Caleb and Ava and subsequent conversations between Nathan and Caleb that eventually reaches a climax. All of the actors, including Domnhall Gleeson and Oscar Issac were awesome, however Alicia Vikander, who plays Ava, stands out among them. The only qualm I have is how the ending was executed with Ava leaving the facility. However, this doesn't detract from the film for me at least. If you're a fan of sci-fi and like smart movies, then go see this movie right now. You will not regret it.… Expand
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moviemitch96May 12, 2015
A highly intelligent and visually intriguing film! This might just be one of the most unique and thought-provoking sci-fi/robot films I've ever seen! Domhnall Gleeson, Oscar Isaac, and Alicia Vikander all give great performances as well.A highly intelligent and visually intriguing film! This might just be one of the most unique and thought-provoking sci-fi/robot films I've ever seen! Domhnall Gleeson, Oscar Isaac, and Alicia Vikander all give great performances as well. Overall, it's not the most exciting sci-fi film (this is one of those that makes you think more than it entertains) and I was somewhat bummed by the ending. Other than that, it's a fascinating film that's one of the best I've seen so far this year!… Expand
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epocApr 30, 2015
Ex Machina is a story of this massively intelligent computer geek played by Domnhall Gleeson, who wins this huge award at a competition, and as a reward gets to spend a week in the mansion of the inventor of the this world's generic versionEx Machina is a story of this massively intelligent computer geek played by Domnhall Gleeson, who wins this huge award at a competition, and as a reward gets to spend a week in the mansion of the inventor of the this world's generic version of google, Oscar Isaac. For years Isaac has been building this super attractive female A.I, and now he wants Domnhall to put this A.I under various tests to see if they have actually created A.I. On paper the opening act of this movie sounds completely laborious, but it still manages to compel with it's exceptionally well written dialogue which works absurdly well with acting strengths of the 3 main characters. We see from the get go how smart both Domnhall and Isaac really are. It's clear they have found a niche in intellectual dialogue, as every line was delivered as if they fully understood the subject at hand, and their personal chemistry and perplexing sense of humour is down right fascinating. Then we have Alicia Vikander, who plays the A.I. And I can already tell she's already got a long career ahead of her. The way she can be so stiff and robotic yet act purposefully to the contextual drama is beyond me, yet some how she manages to pull it off. I think this movie has kick started the career's of 3 top notch actors. However, it's really the 2nd and the 3rd act that bring this movie up. As the A.I starts reacting to tests in extremely scary ways, conflict and tension grows between the 3 protagonists. But what really brings this aspect to life, is again the superb dialogue. It's worded so cleverly that it's hard to tell any ones true meaning, even in the most simple of lines. It constantly makes you re think who you should really trust with every line spoken. One minute your trust lies in the A.I, but then with another line of dialogue it changes to Isaac, creating nail bitting levels of tension. Despite this, there is one major draw back to this movie. While the dialogue is so complex with several layers of meaning in each and every line, the overall narrative is extremely cliched and goes for the pretentious examination of humanity plot line, resulting in the 3rd act suffering. A lot. However, this is still an excellently rounded and masterfully crafted movie, and a highly recommend watch.… Expand
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PnkstrJul 18, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have no idea where all these positive reviews are coming from. This movie was shallow predictable and boring. If your looking for something thought provoking, thrilling or at least mildly interesting this isn't it.… Expand
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gmechMay 13, 2015
I so wanted to love this! I was so excited to see it after reading so many positive reviews. The special effects were cool, but that certainly wasn't enough to make this a good movie. I have only walked out of one movie in my life (I'm in myI so wanted to love this! I was so excited to see it after reading so many positive reviews. The special effects were cool, but that certainly wasn't enough to make this a good movie. I have only walked out of one movie in my life (I'm in my mid 30's) and was so tempted to walk out on this. I just kept thinking...it must get a lot better, after all it has soooo many great reviews. I could hardly keep my eyes open. I turned to my friend halfway through and we both said, "this is soooo boring". It took some naked females to manage to keep me awake for the 2nd half.....sorry, I'm human. I'm not easily bored at movies. In fact, I love most movies I see. This movie really just seemed to drag. If you want to see beautiful cinematography, see the movie "It Follows". As for cool effects, check out the series "Extant" on CBS.… Expand
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JamesLApr 27, 2015
A real snoozer that had no intrigue, interest, or limited appeal to me. Some directors just get too damn smart for themselves and make a movie like this thinking it is a brilliant work. In reality, it is a long bore in which we the audienceA real snoozer that had no intrigue, interest, or limited appeal to me. Some directors just get too damn smart for themselves and make a movie like this thinking it is a brilliant work. In reality, it is a long bore in which we the audience see the conclusion way in advance and wonder how this made the big screen enjoyed this .Painful to watch .… Expand
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AxeTApr 26, 2015
It is mesmerizing. It is intelligent. It is obviously a story that is informed by some high level intellectual thinking. It is of a distinct and fine style, tone and pace and well acted.
What it is not is climactic in a way that is notIt is mesmerizing. It is intelligent. It is obviously a story that is informed by some high level intellectual thinking. It is of a distinct and fine style, tone and pace and well acted.
What it is not is climactic in a way that is not underwelming and ultimately predictable.
Once again that is especially true in light of all the over-praise by the jackass critics club next door.… Expand
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