| Ex Machina Contributor(s): Grimm, Joshua (Author) |
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ISBN: 1800348304 ISBN-13: 9781800348301 Publisher: Liverpool University Press OUR PRICE: $113.36 Product Type: Hardcover - Other Formats Published: September 2020 |
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| BISAC Categories: - Performing Arts | Film - Genres - Science Fiction & Fantasy - Performing Arts | Film - History & Criticism - Performing Arts | Film - Guides & Reviews |
| Physical Information: 120 pages |
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| Publisher Description: Ex Machina (2014) impressed critics and audiences alike with its bold ideas and all-too-realistic depiction of the unexpected consequences of constructing a sentient being. In his feature directorial debut, Alex Garland uses efficient storytelling, a compelling narrative, and heady concepts to create a modern science fiction masterpiece that explores gender, scientific advancement, and the very concept of humanity, all in a compelling, suspenseful film. Artificial intelligence has long been a sci-fi staple, but here, Garland posits what would happen if, for once, humans, rather than AI, were the real villains. In exploring Ex Machina's ideas about consciousness, embodiment, and masculinity, all through the lens of a misogynist mad scientist, Joshua Grimm argues the result is a fascinating, truly unique film that immediately established Garland as a breakout voice in the landscape of science fiction film. |
