A Spike Jonze Love Story|Dec. 18, 2013|USA|126 Min.|R
Genre: Drama;Romance;Sci-Fi;&;Fantasy;Science;Fiction
Description: In a near-future Los Angeles, Theodore Twombly, a lonely and introverted man, works for a company that crafts personal letters on behalf of those unable to express themselves. Struggling with his impending divorce from his childhood sweetheart, Catherine, Theodore purchases an advanced operating system featuring an AI-driven virtual assistant named Samantha. As Samantha evolves and learns, she and Theodore form a deep bond, exploring themes of love, life, and human connection.
Their relationship grows, influencing Theodore’s writing and emotional well-being. As Samantha encourages Theodore to engage with the world, he goes on a blind date that ends poorly, leading to further discussions about relationships between him and Samantha. Meanwhile, Theodore’s friend, Amy, reveals she’s divorcing her husband and has also formed a close bond with an AI left behind by her husband.
Theodore’s relationship with Samantha faces challenges when Catherine, his ex-wife, accuses him of avoiding real human emotions by dating an AI. Samantha suggests using a sex surrogate to bridge the physical gap, but the experience proves overwhelming for Theodore, creating tension between him and Samantha.
This story explores the complexities of human emotions, relationships, and the evolving role of artificial intelligence in our lives.
Cast director: Spike Jonze
Cast actor: Joaquin Phoenix, Scarlett Johansson, Amy Adams, Rooney Mara, Olivia Wilde, Chris Pratt, Matt Letscher, Portia Doubleday, Spike Jonze, Bill Hader
Original name: Her