Movie Summary"A.I. Expert System" is a 2001 American sci-fi drama movie directed by Steven Spielberg, and is loosely based on the 1969 short story 'Supertoys Last All Summertime Long' by Brian Aldiss. The film explores a future in which human beings share their every day lives with sophisticated robots called "mechas" and looks into the ethical, emotional and social implications of expert system.
Plot SummaryThe storyline revolves around a highly advanced robotic boy called David (Haley Joel Osment), who is the first android efficient in experiencing human-like emotions. He is introduced into the family of Monica and Henry Swinton (Frances O'Connor and Sam Robards) to replacement for their critically ill kid, Martin.
Being initially doubtful, Monica ultimately forms a psychological bond with David. However, complications develop when Martin miraculously recuperates and returns home. Stress occur, as Martin views David as a competitor for parental love. After a series of occasions, Monica heartbreakingly abandons David in a forest for worry of her family's safety.
David's Journey & EncountersIn the cruel world outside, David embarks on a mission to find a way to end up being a real young boy, thinking that this would win back Monica's love. He is accompanied by Gigolo Joe (Jude Law), a mecha designed for sexual enjoyment, who also discovers himself on the run after being framed for murder.
Throughout their journey, they encounter various dystopic views of society's relationship with mechas, from 'Flesh Fairs' where mechas are damaged for home entertainment to Rouge City where other pleasure-bots like Joe exist. Ultimately, they find a submerged Manhattan and a mecha-creating megacorporation, where David recognizes his nature of being mass-produced. Unable to process this, he attempts to end his life however is prevented by Joe.
ConclusionIn the end, David, left alone and caught listed below the sea, fixates on a statue of heaven Fairy from Pinocchio-- thinking that she can turn him real. Quick forward 2000 years, David is discovered by advanced mechas who discuss the termination of humans. They recreate a single day of joy for David with a clone of Monica, permitting him to reveal his love and experience motherly love before his system closes down, ending his unlimited day on a heartwarming note of genuine love.
Thematic Influence"A.I. Artificial Intelligence" looks into thought-provoking styles of humankind, love, desertion, and the ethical ramifications postured by artificial intelligence. It moves heartstrings as the movie doesn't avoid showing the awful aspects related to artificial life, such as the sense of solitude, yearning for love, and sensation out-of-place in a society controlled by people. Spielberg successfully used emotions, as evidenced by David's engaging quest for identity and acceptance, thus raising the crucial question of what it implies to be human.
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