Podcasts about Ex Machina

"Vibe Coding" ist ein Versprechen: Ab sofort muss niemand mehr selbst programmieren können, wenn eine coole Idee für eine App entsteht - die Umsetzung überlässt man einfach der KI. Fritz und Gregor testen, wie weit sie wirklich kommen, wenn KI-Systeme die Programmierarbeit erledigen. Bei großen Tech-Konzernen ist dieser Trend längst angekommen, doch funktioniert das auch für Laien? Die beiden Hosts bauen fragwürdige Websites und Apps mit ChatGPT und diskutieren, was uns Vibe Coding über die Zukunft der KI-Welt verraten könnte. Über die Hosts: Gregor Schmalzried ist freier Tech-Journalist, Speaker und Berater, u.a. beim Bayerischen Rundfunk. Fritz Espenlaub ist freier Journalist und Ökonom. Er arbeitet unter anderem für den Bayerischen Rundfunk und das Tech-Magazin 1E9. In dieser Folge: 00:00 Intro 03:05 Was ist Vibe Coding eigentlich? 12:21 Wir vibe coden selbst 22:34 Was sagt uns Vibe Coding über die KI-Welt der Zukunft? 30:01 Was haben wir diese Woche mit KI gemacht? Links: Münchner Rundfunkorchester 2024/25: "Multiverse Symphony - Münchner Rundfunkorchester meets AI" https://www.br-ticket.de/events/mro-24-25-multiverse-symphonie-05-06-2025-funkhaus/ Unser Podcast-Tipp der Woche: "Das Wissen" https://1.ard.de/das-wissen Gregors selbstgebaute Website: https://claude.ai/public/artifacts/10ec6818-c079-4595-ae2f-2eaba50481bb Programmierer nutzen KI, auch wenn es die Firma nicht erlaubt: https://the-decoder.com/15-of-companies-ban-code-ai-but-99-of-developers-use-it-anyway/ EU Vibe Coding Startup Lovable: https://www.businessinsider.de/gruenderszene/technologie/sensations-startup-loveable-nimmt-die-ki-uns-jetzt-die-jobs-weg/ Papst Leo XIV und KI: https://www.theverge.com/news/664719/pope-leo-xiv-artificial-intelligence-concerns Gigi AI: https://simulation.callgigi.ai/ Die Lieblings Science Fiction Werke unserer Community: Filme 1. Ghost in the Shell 2. 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) 3. I, Robot (2004) 4. Westworld (1973) 5. CHAPPiE (2015) 6. Ex Machina (2014/2015) 7. WALL-E (2008) 8. Her (2013) 9. I Am Mother (2019) --- Serien 1. Love, Death & Robots (Anthologie-Serie) 2. Black Mirror (Anthologie-Serie) --- Literatur 1. The Lifecycle of Software Objects von Ted Chiang (Novelle) 2. Athos 2643 (Roman) 3. Otherland von Tad Williams (Roman-Tetralogie) 4. QualityLand (Bände 1 & 2) von Marc-Uwe Kling (Romane) 5. Per Anhalter durch die Galaxis von Douglas Adams (Romanreihe) Redaktion und Mitarbeit: David Beck, Cristina Cletiu, Chris Eckardt, Fritz Espenlaub, Elisa Harlan, Franziska Hübl, Marie Kilg, Mark Kleber, Gudrun Riedl, Christian Schiffer, Gregor Schmalzried Kontakt: Wir freuen uns über Fragen und Kommentare an kipodcast@br.de. Unterstützt uns: Wenn euch dieser Podcast gefällt, freuen wir uns über eine Bewertung auf eurer liebsten Podcast-Plattform. Abonniert den KI-Podcast in der ARD Audiothek oder wo immer ihr eure Podcasts hört, um keine Episode zu verpassen. Und empfehlt uns gerne weiter!

Join me as we dive into the world of Ex Machina, a psychological sci-fi thriller that has left audiences questioning the boundaries of artificial intelligence. Is this thought-provoking film a mind-blowing experience that will leave you on the edge of your seat? Let's explore the themes, characters, and plot twists that make Ex Machina a must-watch for fans of science fiction. From the eerie atmosphere to the unsettling revelations, we'll examine what makes this movie a modern classic. So, is Ex Machina a mind-blowing sci-fi thriller? Listen to find out!#FantasyForTheAges #MovieRecommendations #scifi #thriller #Movies #ScienceFiction #OscarIsaac #SFF #booktube #booktuberWays to connect with us:Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/FantasyForTheAges Follow Jim/Father on Goodreads: https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/13848336-jim-scriven Join us on Discord: https://discord.gg/jMWyVJ6qKk Follow us on "X": @Fantasy4theAges Follow us on Blue Sky: @fantasy4theages.bsky.socialFollow us on Instagram: fantasy_for_the_ages Follow us on Mastodon: @FantasyForTheAges@nerdculture.de Email us: FantasyForTheAges@gmail.com Check out our merch: https://www.newcreationsbyjen.com/collections/fantasyfortheagesJim's Microphone: Blue Yeti https://tinyurl.com/3shpvhb4 ————————————————————————————Music and video elements licensed under Envato Elements:https://elements.envato.com/

On April 9, 2025 Theater of War Productions presented its third installment of a new long-form journalism series at WNYC. The acclaimed actors Oscar Isaac (Dune, Ex Machina), Kathryn Erbe (Law & Order: Criminal Intent, Oz), and Bill Camp (The Queen's Gambit, The Night Of), performed “I Don't Want to Die”: Needing Mental Health Care, He Got Trapped in His Insurer's Ghost Network, written by Max Blau for ProPublica, to frame a powerful conversation about health insurance, ghost networks, and the challenges many Americans face accessing mental health care when they need it most. More information and a video recording are at https://www.wnyc.org/story/i-dont-want-die Theater of War Productions presents community-specific, theater-based projects that address pressing public health and social issues. They work with leading film, theater, and television actors to present dramatic readings of seminal plays—from classical Greek tragedies to modern and contemporary works—followed by town hall-style discussions designed to confront social issues by drawing out raw and personal reactions to themes highlighted in the plays. Since its founding in 2009, Theater of War Productions has facilitated events for more than 500,000 people, presenting over 20 tailored programs to serve diverse communities across the globe, reaching over 100 countries. https://theaterofwar.com/ Truth to Power airs every Friday at 9pm, Saturday at 11am, and Sunday at 7pm on Louisville's grassroots, community radio station, Forward Radio 106.5fm WFMP and live streams at https:/www.forwardradio.org

We connect the film Kiss Kiss Bang Bang to this week's discussion of Ex Machina (Alex Garland, 2014). Hosted by Justin Morgan. Co-hosted by Charles Phillips. Mixing by Scratchin' Menace with Music by Daniel Birch and Ben Pegley. Follow us on Facebook and Bluesky for the latest updates. Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, and a dozen other popular platforms. Please subscribe, rate, and review us. Every little bit helps, and more importantly, thank you for listening!

Dana and Tom with 5x club member, Shane Rogers (Comedian and Host of Midnight Facts for Insomniacs) and Jesse Sertle (fellow group member of CineMadison) discuss the movie that created the biggest film franchise of all-time, Star Wars (1977): written and directed by George Lucas, cinematography by Gilbert Taylor, music by John Williams, starring Mark Hamill, Harrison Ford, Carrie Fisher, Alec Guinness, and James Earl Jones.Plot Summary: Star Wars is set in a galaxy far, far away under the oppressive rule of the Galactic Empire. The story follows a young farm boy, Luke Skywalker, who discovers his destiny when he comes across a pair of droids carrying secret plans for the Empire's ultimate weapon, the Death Star. With the guidance of Jedi Master Obi-Wan Kenobi as well as the help of a roguish pilot, Han Solo, his co-pilot Chewbacca, and the droids R2-D2 and C-3PO, Luke embarks on a daring mission to rescue Princess Leia from the clutches of Darth Vader and to aid the Rebel Alliance in their fight for freedom. The film is a tale of heroism, hope, and the battle between good and evil.Guests:Shane RogersComedian and Host of Midnight Facts for InsomniacsPreviously on Broadcast News (1987), The Big Lebowski (1998), Superman: The Movie (1978), There's Something About Mary (1998), This Is Spinal Tap (1984), Ex Machina (2015)Jesse Sertlefellow group member of CineMadisonpreviously on Rounders (1998), Easy Rider (1969), and Once Upon a Time in Hollywood (2019)@jsertle on IGChapters:00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back to Shane and Jesse02:31 A Significant Movie in the History of GMOAT03:13 Cast and Background for Star Wars08:18 Relationship(s) with Star Wars18:25 What is Star Wars About?23:43 Will Star Wars Ever Be at the Peak of Culture Again?34:15 Plot Summary for Star Wars35:19 Did You Know?37:11 First Break38:00 What's Up with Shane Rogers and Jesse Sertle39:29 Best Performance(s)48:45 Best/Favorite/Indelible Scene(s)01:00:08 Second Break01:00:47 In Memoriam01:04:04 Best/Funniest Lines01:08:24 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy01:14:04 The Stanley Rubric -...

In this conversation, Yiwen Cao discusses her groundbreaking AI-generated film 'What's Next?', which premiered at the 2025 Berlin Film Festival. Although past films about AI are discussed, including “Her”, “A.I.”, “Ex Machina”, and “The Matrix”, Yiwen's favorite movie is Billy Wilder's 1959 comedy/musical “Some Like It Hot”.She shares insights into the creative process, including making the film over six and a half days on no sleep, the themes of the film, and the role of AI in filmmaking, emphasizing the importance of social commentary in her work.Yiwen reflects on the audience's reception of AI films, addresses the future of AI in the film industry, and offers advice for aspiring filmmakers.What Movies Are You Watching?Like, subscribe and follow us on our socials @pastpresentfeature

Written and directed by Alex Garland in his directorial debut, Ex Machina is the science fiction film starring Domhnall Gleeson, Alicia Vikander, and Oscar Isaac. Rob and Jason rewind to the year 2015 to review the decade old movie that has only just become more relevant with time. Caleb Smith (Domhnall Gleeson) a programmer at a huge Internet company, wins a contest that enables him to spend a week at the private estate of Nathan Bateman (Oscar Isaac), his firm's brilliant CEO. When he arrives, Caleb learns that he has been chosen to be the human component in a Turing test to determine the capabilities and consciousness of Ava (Alicia Vikander), a beautiful robot. However, it soon becomes evident that Ava is far more self-aware and deceptive than either man imagined.

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In this Fanbase Feature, The Fanbase Weekly co-hosts Bryant Dillon and Claire Thorne are joined by special guests David M. Booher (Eisner Award and GLAAD nominated writer - Ghostbusters: Back in Town, Canto, Killer Queens) and Art Ebuen (Emmy Award-winning animator, writer – California, Inc.) for a thorough discussion regarding Ex Machina (2015) in light of the feature film's 10th anniversary, with topics including the film's messages regarding artificial intelligence, how the film's warnings of tech bro culture resonate today, if the audience should trust or feel sympathy for Ava, and more. (Beware: SPOILERS for Ex Machina abound in this panel discussion!)

A night of roleplay with a stranger from a bar ends with a homemade breakfast in a farmhouse in the woods - but this isn't the romance you may think.  Join us on a misadventure of expectations in 2023's Strange Darling.***CONTENT WARNING: discussion of sexual violence & assaultFollow us on Instagram at @thewhorrorspodcastEmail us at thewhorrorspodcast@gmail.comArtwork by Gabrielle Fatula (gabrielle@gabriellefatula.com)Music: Epic Industrial Music Trailer by SeverMusicProdStandard Music License Sources: Strange Darling Wiki: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Strange_Darling Strange Darling IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt22375054/ Ex Machina, Derek. "'Strange Darling' Review: A Modern Classic Thriller that Brilliantly Deceives its Audience.” Derekexmachina.com. https://www.derekexmachina.com/blog/2024/8/28/strange-darling-review-a-modern-classic-thriller-that-brilliantly-deceives-its-audience  

Synthetic Sexuality: Alex Garland's Ex Machina AI continues to hold our fascination. This week Mr. Chavez & I dive into Alex Garland's examination of Artificial Intelligence with 2014s Ex Machina. Set, as Garland describes, "Ten minutes from now," Ex Machina is a fascinating film with exceptional performances from Domhnall Gleeson, Oscar Isaac, and Alicia Vikander. Few films are able to capture the subtleties and realities of science fiction paranoia with this level of skill. As these talks have continued over the last few episodes, the paranoia is becoming greater as the realities of our world begin to live up to predictions.  Garland does  creative and powerful work; asking questions and presenting situations that seem to be more likely than simple imagination. Take a listen and let us know what you think . . . gondoramos@yahoo.com - Many Thanks.  For those of you who would like to donate to this undying labor of love, you can do so with a contribution at https://www.buymeacoffee.com/watchrickramos - Anything and Everything is appreciated, You Cheap Bastards.

“Não é possível encontrar novas terras sem concordar em perder de vista a costa, por muito tempo.”(André Gide)Cada livro é o resultado único de inúmeras pesquisas, reflexões, buscas, percepções, aventuras. Nos episódios de AVENTURAS BIBLIÓFILAS, apresentaremos os bastidores editoriais de nossos livros, a longa senda de curadoria que resulta em um livro.Obras citadas: “Promenade à travers le roman noir”, Maurice Heine (“Minotaure” n. 05, 1934); “Florilégio Macabro: o gótico, o horror e o terrífico na literatura portuguesa”, Bruno Costa e Leonardo Pereira (organizadores) (Ex Machina, 2024); “A Verdade”, Marquês de Sade (Edições Antígona, 1989); “Introdução à literatura fantástica”, Tzvetan Todorov (Perspectiva, 2003).“A Verdade”, no Archive.org: https://archive.org/details/de-sade-a-verdade-1989 Nova aventura/colaboração Raphus Press/Contravento Editorial, “Senhor Morfeu, Envenenador Público e Outros Textos”: https://www.catarse.me/morfeu Entre para a nossa sociedade, dedicada à bibliofilia maldita e ao culto de tenebrosos grimórios: o RES FICTA (solicitações via http://raphuspress.weebly.com/contact.html).Nosso podcast também está disponível nas seguintes plataformas:- Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4NUiqPPTMdnezdKmvWDXHs- Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcast-da-raphus-press/id1488391151?uo=4- Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/?feed=aHR0cHM6Ly9hbmNob3IuZm0vcy8xMDlmZmVjNC9wb2RjYXN0L3Jzcw%3D%3D Apoie o canal: https://apoia.se/podcastdaraphus.Ou adquira nossos livros em nosso site: http://raphuspress.weebly.com. Dúvidas sobre envio, formas de pagamento, etc.: http://raphuspress.weebly.com/contact.html.Nossos livros também estão no Sebo Clepsidra: https://www.seboclepsidra.com.br/marca/raphus-press.html

It's Boy Week on Primal Screen, as guest host Alice McShane is joined by Will Cox and Maudie Osborne to take us through discussions and reviews of the boy-heavy releases Warfare, Sinners, and The Rehearsal.Warfare is the latest film from A24, with director Alex Garland (Civil War, Ex Machina) turning his attention to the war genre. Following a squad of soldiers throughout a particularly fraught battle, the film is set in real time and is a masterclass in building tension and terror for the big screen.Sinners, directed by Ryan Coogler (Black Panther, Fruitvale Station), follows two brothers who return to their small Southern town in the 1930s to open a juke joint—hoping to build a sanctuary for their community. But their dream takes a dark turn as the racist townsfolk intervene, unleashing a wave of sinister and supernatural events.The Rehearsal returns for a second season from ‘sinister nerd' Nathan Fielder, who uses this offbeat ‘documentary' series to explore a single, surreal question: What if you could rehearse every moment of your life? With a team of actors and meticulously crafted sets that mirror reality down to the smallest detail, Fielder turns hypothetical anxieties into elaborate experiments.Triple R's April Amnesty is on now! Subscribe and donate to help keep our beloved community radio station on the airwaves for another year!When you support Triple R, you're supporting Really Real Radio – that means no algorithms, no playlists, no nonsense. Triple R is a champion of local culture and community, and a voice for music and ideas that may not be heard anywhere else. Best of all, when you subscribe during April Amnesty, you'll go into the draw to win a stack of amazing prizes! Subscribe and donate at rrr.org.au.Tune in to Primal Screen each week at 7pm Mondays on Triple R 102.7FM.

“War is hell” is a common phrase, but as we live our peacetime lives, it can be hard to visualize what that phrase really means. The movie “Warfare” provides a way to see and comprehend that phrase. The movie is directed by “Civil War” and “Ex Machina” director Alex Garland and Iraq War veteran Ray Mendoza. Mendoza was one of the soldiers in the middle of the real-life battle that this movie shows. Garland and Mendoza don't hold back on showing the shocking, brutal and bloody side of war. If you know someone with PTSD and you want to understand, at least a little bit better what would cause something like that, this movie is for you. In this movie, Navy SEALs are sent out into Ramadi, Iraq where they gather in a multi-story home to surveil insurgents. The team settles in and goes through the tedium of just sitting and observing. Their sniper starts noticing a build-up of men getting closer to their position and soon that quiet tedium is over as the explosions start and the bullets start flying. The team does all they can to fight off the insurgents and call in to get evacuated out but what happens next just ratchets things up to a whole other level. Is it worth finding out what that is in theaters? Check out this episode to find out! “Warfare” stars Will Poulter, D'Pharaoh Woon-A-Tai, Cosmo Jarvis, Joseph Quinn, Aaron Mackenzie, Alex Brockdorff, Finn Bennett, Evan Holtzman, Michael Gandolfini, Joe Macaulay, Laurie Duncan, Noah Centineo, Taylor John Smith and Charles Melton. Support the showFeel free to reach out to me via:@MoviesMerica on Twitter @moviesmerica on InstagramMovies Merica on Facebook

Grab your chargers, put your heart in airplane mode, and maybe delete that Replika app—because today, we are stepping into the uncanny valley of AI romance. We'll be talking about the new film Companion, starring the brilliant Sofie Thatcher. We talk about real stories of people dating AI, films like Terminator, Her & Ex Machina before finally getting a broader understanding of AI companionship- why we're obsessed with with media about dating robots, and why our next relationship may soon come with a software update.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/broads-next-door--5803223/support.

On the 445th episode of Piecing It Together, Josh Bell joins me to talk about Companion! It's all killer robots, incels and spoilers on this one folks. Puzzle pieces include Her, M3GAN, Ex Machina and Revenge.As always, SPOILER ALERT for Companion and the movies we discuss!Written by Drew HancockDirected by Drew HancockStarring Sophie Thatcher, Jack Quaid, Lukas Gage, Megan Suri, Rupert FriendWarner Bros.Josh Bell is a film critic whose reviews can be read at CBR, Crooked Marquee, The Inlander and elsewhere. With comedian and filmmaker Jason Harris, he co-hosts the podcast Awesome Movie Year, at awesomemovieyear.com or wherever you listen to podcasts.Like Him on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/joshbellhateseverything/And Follow him on Bluesky at @signalbleed.bsky.comMy latest David Rosen album MISSING PIECES: 2018-2024 is a compilation album that fills in the gaps in unreleased music made during the sessions for 2018's A Different Kind Of Dream, 2020's David Rosen, 2022's MORE CONTENT and 2025's upcoming And Other Unexplained Phenomena. Find it on Bandcamp, Apple Music, Spotify and everywhere else you can find music.You can also find more about all of my music on my website https://www.bydavidrosen.comMy latest music video is “Shaking" which you can watch at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wzm8s4nuqlAThe song at the end of the episode is "Artificial" for which I have a music video with a somewhat similar theme to Companion. Check out the "Artificial" music video at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6wnnMqoEr8Make sure to “Like” Piecing It Together on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/PiecingPodAnd “Follow” us on Twitter @PiecingPodAnd Join the Conversation in our Facebook Group, Piecing It Together – A Movie Discussion Group.And check out https://www.piecingpod.com for more about our show!And if you want to SUPPORT THE SHOW, you can now sign up for our Patreon at https://www.patreon.com/bydavidrosenYou can also support the show by checking out our Dashery store to buy shirts and more featuring Piecing It Together logos, movie designs, and artwork for my various music projects at https://bydavidrosen.dashery.com/Share the episode, comment and give...

This year is the year that AI moves from the individual assistant to the collective and autonomous - from co-pilots to agent to agent integration.  But what do we know of its collective impact and how does humanity fit in?This week's Easter Special, Dave, Esmee and Rob talk to Anders Indset, about his work (Ex Machina and the Singularity Paradox), capability of infinite progress, humane capitalism, where might the human find themselves in an AGI world and does the intersection of quantum and AI make the chance of us living in a simulation more likely…TLDR01:34 Introduction of Anders Indset03:50 Rob is confused about hackers starting to create saleable products08:12 Conversation with Anders Indset49:50 Who do we see as future leaders in our team?59:15 Conference in Austria about values in Europe and the future of Europe

Ex Machina is a sci-fi drama about a young programmer who's invited to test a humanoid robot's intelligence. As the experiment unfolds, he begins to question the motives of both the robot and its creator.Starring Domhnall Gleeson, Alicia Vikander, and Oscar Isaac, and directed by Alex Garland, Ex Machina was released April 10, 2015.Where to watch Ex MachinaNotesPlayhouse CinemaPeaks Film FestivalThe Idea of "Bumping The Lamp" (via kaptainkristian, not Every Frame a Painting)RecommendationsTim: Companion (Hancock, 2025) — where to watchTay: Automata  (Ibáñez, 2014) — where to watchFollow: SSC on Instagram Tim on Letterboxd

Ready for something new? How about “the road not taken?” The lads talk about TREK projects that never got made, joined again by the fantastic Sean Ferrick of TrekCulture before diving into the last part of Season 6 of VOYAGER. Take a look at Unproduced Trek ideas here!Find us online at secretfriendsunite.com for ALL of our episodes, additional content and bios of our SFU Network stars!Hit us up at Secret.Friends.Unite on Threads & Instagram and TheCeeThree on Threads, BlueSky and Instagram. Let us know what you're enjoying in the TREK world!Secret Friends Unite LinktreeTrekCulture on YouTubeTrekMovie.comPlease support Pancreatic Cancer Research at https://pancan.org/Our Deepest Love and Respect to our TOP Patreons, The Nyhus Family!Find us on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/code-47-star-trek-talk/id1568531166Find us on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/5ftlCHvPzELW4rGYL1ZSHPJoin our Secret Friends Unite Discord for great geek discussions of all kinds!https://discord.gg/AX9qwErUSubscribe to our YouTube Channel!https://www.youtube.com/c/SecretFriendsUniteGet all your SECRET FRIENDS UNITE merch at our Redbubble store! Click hereFind us online at secretfriendsunite.com for ALL of our episodes, additional content and bios of our SFU Network stars!Hit us up at Secret.Friends.Unite on Threads & Instagram and TheCeeThree on Threads, BlueSky and Instagram. Let us know what you're enjoying in the TREK world!Secret Friends Unite LinktreeTrekCulture on YouTubeOur Deepest Love and Respect to our TOP Patreons, The Nyhus Family!Find us on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/code-47-star-trek-talk/id1568531166Find us on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/5ftlCHvPzELW4rGYL1ZSHPJoin our Secret Friends Unite Discord for great geek discussions of all kinds!https://discord.gg/AX9qwErUSubscribe to our YouTube Channel!https://www.youtube.com/c/SecretFriendsUniteGet all your SECRET FRIENDS UNITE merch at our Redbubble store! Click here

Ready for something new? How about “the road not taken?” The lads talk about TREK projects that never got made, joined again by the fantastic Sean Ferrick of TrekCulture before diving into the last part of Season 6 of VOYAGER. Take a look at Unproduced Trek ideas here!Find us online at secretfriendsunite.com for ALL of our episodes, additional content and bios of our SFU Network stars!Hit us up at Secret.Friends.Unite on Threads & Instagram and TheCeeThree on Threads, BlueSky and Instagram. Let us know what you're enjoying in the TREK world!Secret Friends Unite LinktreeTrekCulture on YouTubeTrekMovie.comPlease support Pancreatic Cancer Research at https://pancan.org/Our Deepest Love and Respect to our TOP Patreons, The Nyhus Family!Find us on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/code-47-star-trek-talk/id1568531166Find us on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/5ftlCHvPzELW4rGYL1ZSHPJoin our Secret Friends Unite Discord for great geek discussions of all kinds!https://discord.gg/AX9qwErUSubscribe to our YouTube Channel!https://www.youtube.com/c/SecretFriendsUniteGet all your SECRET FRIENDS UNITE merch at our Redbubble store! Click hereFind us online at secretfriendsunite.com for ALL of our episodes, additional content and bios of our SFU Network stars!Hit us up at Secret.Friends.Unite on Threads & Instagram and TheCeeThree on Threads, BlueSky and Instagram. Let us know what you're enjoying in the TREK world!Secret Friends Unite LinktreeTrekCulture on YouTubeOur Deepest Love and Respect to our TOP Patreons, The Nyhus Family!Find us on Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/code-47-star-trek-talk/id1568531166Find us on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/5ftlCHvPzELW4rGYL1ZSHPJoin our Secret Friends Unite Discord for great geek discussions of all kinds!https://discord.gg/AX9qwErUSubscribe to our YouTube Channel!https://www.youtube.com/c/SecretFriendsUniteGet all your SECRET FRIENDS UNITE merch at our Redbubble store! Click here

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Alex Garland (28 Days Later, Ex Machina, Civil War) and Ray Mendoza chat with Trey Elling about Warfare. The film, which they co-wrote and -directed, is based on details provided by Ray and his Navy SEAL teammates of a traumatic two-day escape from an civilian home, during the Iraq War in 2006. Topics include:The film's genesis (0:00)Ray getting the call from Alex (2:22)The soundtrack...or lack thereof (3:22)Making it for Elliot (7:12)A story staying true to memories (8:51)Ray's teammates visiting set (12:24)Would Alex direct a comedy? (14:20)

Dana and Tom with 5x Club Member, Shane Rogers (Comedian and Host of Midnight Facts for Insomniacs) discuss the sci-fi thriller, Ex Machina (2015): written and directed by Alex Garland, cinematography by Rob Hardy, music by Geoff Barrow and Ben Salisbury, starring Domhnall Gleeson, Oscar Isaac, and Alicia Vikander.Plot Summary: Ex Machina is a cerebral sci-fi thriller written and directed by Alex Garland. The story follows Caleb (Domhnall Gleeson), a young programmer who wins a company contest to spend a week at the secluded estate of his reclusive boss, Nathan (Oscar Isaac), a brilliant but eccentric tech CEO. Upon arrival, Caleb learns he has been selected to participate in a Turing test for Ava (Alicia Vikander), an advanced AI housed in a humanoid robot. As Caleb interacts with Ava, he becomes emotionally entangled with her, questioning whether she truly possesses consciousness—or if he is being manipulated. Meanwhile, Nathan's true motives remain elusive, and the line between man, machine, and deception blurs in a tense psychological battle that builds to a chilling climax.Chapters:00:00 Introduction and Welcome Back Shane06:30 Relationship(s) to Ex Machina09:53 Did You Like the Film?18:37 What Did Ex Machina Get Right and Wrong About AI?25:15 Plot Summary for Ex Machina26:23 Did You Know?27:44 First Break28:21 What's Happening with Shane Rogers?29:41 Best Performance(s)48:35 Best/Favorite/Indelible Scene(s)56:53 Second Break57:32 In Memoriam01:02:58 Best/Funniest Lines01:05:49 The Stanley Rubric - Legacy01:12:01 The Stanley Rubric - Impact/Significance01:15:00 The Stanley Rubric - Novelty01:24:08 The Stanley Rubric - Rewatchability01:27:00 The Stanley Rubric - Audience Score and Final Total01:28:11 Remaining Questions01:33:22 Thank You to Shane and Remaining Thoughts01:37:16 CreditsGuest:Shane RogersComedian and Host of Midnight Facts for InsomniacsPreviously on Broadcast News (1987), The Big Lebowski (1998), Superman: The Movie (1978), There's Something About Mary (1998), This Is Spinal Tap (1984).You can now follow us on Instagram, Twitter, YouTube, or TikTok (@gmoatpodcast).For more on the episode, go to: https://www.ronnyduncanstudios.com/post/ex-machina-2015-ft-shane-rogersFor the entire rankings list so far, go to:

SO FREAKING INTENSE!! Civil War Full Reaction Watch Along: https://www.patreon.com/thereelrejects With Writer / Director Alex Garland & A24 teaming up for "WARFARE," Greg & John give their Civil War Reaction, Recap, Commentary, Analysis, & Spoiler Review!! Visit https://www.liquidiv.com & use Promo Code: REJECTS to get 20% off your first order. Join Greg Alba and John Humphrey as they dive into the politically charged, high-stakes world of A24's 2024 thriller, Civil War. Written and directed by Alex Garland (28 Days Later, Ex Machina, Annihilation), this intense film thrusts viewers into a near-future America on the brink—where deep societal divisions, covert operatives, and explosive power struggles collide. Kirsten Dunst (Melancholia, The Power of the Dog, Bring it On) leads the ensemble as a beleaguered war photographer documenting the American dystopia of a not-too-distant future. Opposite her, Cailee Spaeny (Alien: Romulus, Guns Akimbo) provides a dose of heart & innocence as she attempts to follow in her hero's footsteps only to come face-to-face with the grim realities of wartime in America. Wagner Moura (Narcos, Elysium, Puss in Boots: The Last Wish) brings a wild, free-spirited energy amid the chaos as a determined if reckless Reuters journalist, & Stephen McKinley Henderson (Dune, Ladybird) rounds out the core cast as a seasoned New York Times reporter with a warm energy. Adding a unique edge to the narrative, Nick Offerman (The Last of Us, Parks and Recreation) appears as the President of what remains of the United States of America and Jesse Plemons (Breaking Bad, Killers of the Flower Moon) captivates in a singular & Incredibly tense sequence as a rogue soldier with a singular view of what constitutes a "real American.." Greg & John break down every electrifying moment—from tense, high-stakes meetings in war-torn settings to the adrenaline-charged standoff scenes that redefine the film's narrative. Discover how Civil War masterfully blends action and political intrigue to question the very fabric of America as we know it in an increasingly insane & uncertain time... Intense Suspense by Audionautix is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... Support The Channel By Getting Some REEL REJECTS Apparel! https://www.rejectnationshop.com/ Follow Us On Socials:  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/  Tik-Tok: https://www.tiktok.com/@reelrejects?lang=en Twitter: https://x.com/reelrejects Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ Music Used In Ad:  Hat the Jazz by Twin Musicom is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Happy Alley by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/... POWERED BY @GFUEL Visit https://gfuel.ly/3wD5Ygo and use code REJECTNATION for 20% off select tubs!! Head Editor: https://www.instagram.com/praperhq/?hl=en Co-Editor: Greg Alba Co-Editor: John Humphrey Music In Video: Airport Lounge - Disco Ultralounge by Kevin MacLeod is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 license. https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/ Ask Us A QUESTION On CAMEO: https://www.cameo.com/thereelrejects Follow TheReelRejects On FACEBOOK, TWITTER, & INSTAGRAM:  FB:  https://www.facebook.com/TheReelRejects/ INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/reelrejects/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thereelrejects Follow GREG ON INSTAGRAM & TWITTER: INSTAGRAM:  https://www.instagram.com/thegregalba/ TWITTER:  https://twitter.com/thegregalba Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Welcome to Cyberpunk Cinema – the Definitive Dive into the Dark Future of Science Fiction. I am your host, Anthony La Pira, and I will be taking you on a cinematic journey through the sprawling cityscapes, the crippling datastorms, and the cybernetic implants that encompass all things Cyberpunk.In this week's episode, I will be breaking-down the 2014 cyberpunk thriller EX MACHINA – written and directed by Alex Garland; starring Alicia Vikander, Domhall Gleeson, and Oscar Isaac.A young programmer is selected to participate in a ground-breaking experiment in synthetic intelligence by evaluating the human qualities of a highly advanced humanoid A.I.Ex Machina was the directorial debut by Alex Garland after he busted onto the scene writing screenplays for The Beach, 28 Days Later, Sunshine, Never Let Me Go, and Dredd. He was a celebrated writer who became a critically acclaimed director, which is a rare feat in Hollywood at this level. Overall, his filmmaking has been excellent and he definitely has his own voice and I can't wait to see what else he has in store for us in the future.So, do me a favor – it's time to access your cranial jacks, boot up your Ono-Sendai Cyberspace 7, and slap on your damn mirror-shades. You know what time it is! Cyberpunk Cinema starts…now!Anthony's IG - https://www.instagram.com/stormgiantproductionsCyberpunk Cinema IG - https://www.instagram.com/cyberpunk.cinemaSignal Fragment SoundCloud - https://soundcloud.com/signalfragmentSend us a text

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On this week's episode, I'm joined by Ray Mendoza, who cowrote and codirected the new A24 movie Warfare with Alex Garland (Civil War, Ex Machina). We discussed the journalistic process of rebuilding the day's actions portrayed in the film from the memory of those who participated, Mendoza's work with Garland on Civil War, and the cinematic experience of trying to help people understand what it's like to go into battle after getting your brain rattled. The movie releases on April 11, and I strongly recommend watching it in a theater to get that fully immersive sonic effect. And if you enjoyed this episode, I hope you share it with a friend.

Episode 117: In this episode of Critical Thinking - Bug Bounty Podcast Joseph introduces Vulus Ex Machina: A 3-part mini-series on hacking AI applications. In this part, he lays the groundwork and focuses on AI reconnaissance. Follow us on twitter at: https://x.com/ctbbpodcastGot any ideas and suggestions? Feel free to send us any feedback here: info@criticalthinkingpodcast.ioShoutout to YTCracker for the awesome intro music!====== Links ======Follow your hosts Rhynorater and Rez0 on Twitter: https://x.com/Rhynoraterhttps://x.com/rez0__====== Ways to Support CTBBPodcast ======Hop on the CTBB Discord at https://ctbb.show/discord!We also do Discord subs at $25, $10, and $5 - premium subscribers get access to private masterclasses, exploits, tools, scripts, un-redacted bug reports, etc.You can also find some hacker swag at https://ctbb.show/merch!====== Resources ======Building Reliable Web Agentshttps://x.com/pk_iv/status/190417889272394177717 security checks from VIBE to PRODUCTIONhttps://x.com/Kaamiiaar/status/1902342578185630000How to Hack AI Agents and Applicationshttps://josephthacker.com/hacking/2025/02/25/how-to-hack-ai-apps.htmlAI Crash Course Repohttps://github.com/henrythe9th/ai-crash-courseDeep Dive into LLMs like ChatGPThttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7xTGNNLPyMI====== Timestamps ======(00:00:00) Introduction(00:01:54) AI News(00:08:09) How to Hack AI Agents and Applications(00:14:26) The Recon Process(00:25:06) Initial Probing & Steering

It's the return of the founder of particle.news, Sara Beykpour. Sara previously joined us for Ex Machina, The SciFi Miniseries Dune, and Alfonso Cuaron's masterpiece Children of Men. Well, now we tackle his other science survival thriller, 2013's Sandra Bullock and George Clooney classic, Gravity!Chapters Introduction (00:00:00) Hatch News (00:17:13) Gravity Roundtable (00:26:01) Your Letters (01:17:06) Notes and Links Check out Escape Hatch Merch! Our all new collection of swag is available now and every order includes a free Cameo style shoutout from Haitch or Jason. Browse our collection now. Join the Escape Hatch Discord Server! Hang out with Haitch, Jason, and other friends of the pod. Check out the invite here. Escape Hatch is a TAPEDECK Podcasts Jawn! Escape Hatch is a member of TAPEDECK Podcasts, alongside: 70mm (a podcast for film lovers), Bat & Spider (low rent horror and exploitation films), The Letterboxd Show (Official Podcast from Letterboxd), Cinenauts (exploring the Criterion Collection), Lost Light (Transformers, wrestling, and more), and Will Run For (obsessed with running). Check these pods out!. See the movies we've watched and are going to watch on Letterboxd Escape Hatch's Breaking Dune News Twitter list Rate and review the podcast to help others discover it, and let us know what you think of the show at letters@escapehatchpod.com or leave us a voicemail at +1-415-534-5211. Follow @escapehatchpod on Twitter and Instagram. Music by Scott Fritz and Who'z the Boss Music. Cover art by ctcher. Edited and produced by Haitch. Escape Hatch is a production of Haitch Industries.

Artificially Intelligent girlfriends. Sarah Watt, Jeremy Downing and William Chen discuss Companion (2025) and Her (2013). Both films have director-writers in Drew Hancock and Spike Jonze, respectively. We start by discussing the vision of the future Her presents and how much has come to pass - 'prescient' is the word we all describe the film as. We celebrate a number of elements of Her that we enjoy. The conversation then moves to a discussion of Companion and how we found the film not as complex as Her. We discuss the films in connection to Lost In Translation (2003), Barbarian (2022), Ex Machina (2014), M3GAN (2022), Hereditary (2018), Midsommar (2019), Beau Is Afraid (2023), Heretic (2024), The White Lotus (2021-) and Yellowjackets (2021-). We praise the performances of Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid. We end with a discussion about real-world AI today and how the films connect to matters at hand.

A remote island. A rich crazy guy running immoral experiments. A guy arriving to said island to participate in said experiment with said rich guy, only to realize the true nature of the experiment. The guy tries to leave, the rich guy tries to stop him, you've heard it all before. Annabelle's 'Trust Me, You'll Like It' for this season is... Unfortunately not 'Ex Machina', because we've already covered that movie before. It's the Netflix original, 'Spiderhead'.Please leave us a 5 star review on your podcast platform, drop us a follow on the socials, consider joining the Patreon, & share with your friends & family! Thank you for listening & thank you for all the support! Links for all of our stuff can be found here: https://linktr.ee/VariantVendettaYou can find our good friend's Podcasts here:https://linktr.ee/anyonescomichttps://linktr.ee/goingmerrypod

Are humanoid robots destined to be helpful companions like R2-D2, unsettling replacements like the Synths from Humans, or something far more complex? In this episode of Redesigned, we dive deep into the rapidly advancing world of humanoid robotics and artificial intelligence.We explore the latest advancements from companies like Boston Dynamics, Figure AI, Tesla (Optimus), 1X, and Unitree, moving beyond the hype to see what these robots can actually do. We tackle the tough questions:◦Will robots take our jobs, automate industries, and reshape the economy?◦Can we overcome the eerie 'Uncanny Valley'?◦What are the ethical implications of AI consciousness and companion/sex robots?◦How close are we to the futures depicted in sci-fi like Humans, Ex Machina, and Black Mirror?Also in this episode:SkyReels: The revolutionary AI agent turning text prompts into full videos – democratizing filmmaking or disrupting Hollywood?Meta's Ad-Free UK Plan: Is a subscription model coming to Facebook & Instagram in the UK?Black Mirror Season 7: Get the scoop on the release date, trailer details, the USS Callister sequel, and the AI-heavy themes!Enjoyed the episode? Please hit follow so you don't miss an episode. You can also follow me on social media:Instagram: https://instagram.com/thecontentpro_Tiktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@thecontentproducerThreads: https://www.threads.net/@thecontentpro_ Want to work with me, be a guest or collab?Website: https://www.thecontentproducer.co.uk Email: andrew@thecontentproducer.co.uk

Sharing my thoughts on Bram Stoker's ‘Dracula' Vital Dissent website Join my email list and become a premium member: http://www.vitaldissent.club Vital Dissent Merch 10% off with code VD10 Show notes:  Vital Dissent - Blood Meridian episode Unhallowed Podcast Ex Machina (2014) - IMDb Amazon - The Passage: A Novel Amazon - Dracula Deluxe Hardbound Edition

How We Seeez It! Episode 276  Ex Machina (2015) “He looked up at me and he said, 'you're not a man, you're a God'” Nathan...  This month's throwback is a 10-year-old release from 2015. Alex Garland first director credit, starring Oscar Isaac, Domhnall Gleeson, Sonoya Mizuno and Alicia Vikander. A Sci-Fi psychological thriller that will definitely create some great discussions about AI and life in general.  We cover our thoughts on it and there is so much to talk about in this one, so join us for the discussion and don't forget about our cocktails for this episode. Should be some good ones.         As always, mix a drink, have a listen, and let us know what you think. Or if there is something you watched that we might enjoy or a can't miss series. Also please rate and review show on all your favorite podcast apps. "Robo Boogie" 2 oz Apple Brandy  ½ oz Lemon Juice ½ oz Honey Syrup  ½ oz Benedictine ¼ oz Sirene Amaro 1 Egg White 2 dashes Angostura Bitters splatter with Pollock inspired drip garnish “The Dirty Robot” 2 oz Peach whisky  1.5 oz Midori  Topped with ginger ale.   Show links. HWSI LinkTree HWSI Facebook Link HWSI Instagram Link HWSI Youtube link !!  You can also email the Podcast at the.HWSI.podcast@gmail.com

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Send us a text here!344: Why didn't God create all humans with the same sinless nature as Jesus? Join Pastor Plek, Pastor Holland, and Jordan Smith for an insightful discussion as they tackle this profound theological question. They explore the intricacies of sin and moral perfection, considering themes of free will and the implications of divine love that allows for rejection. Echoing cinematic narratives like "Ex Machina," they ponder God's emotional capacity and the profound nature of love that encompasses both joy and pain, leading to redemption.Got questions? Text us at 737-231-0605!Like, share, and subscribe! We love seeing and responding to your reviews and comments.Support the show: https://wbcc.churchcenter.com/givingSupport the show

A new episode of Geeking with Karen Bee has arrived! We dive into the Valentine's Day long weekend, discuss the misfortune of getting sick over the holiday, and share what we're currently reading. We address the concept of rating things, the 5-star review system, and why not everything should be rated 5 stars. What exactly constitutes a library, and do you have one? We delve into Stephen King's book, 11/22/63, focusing on its time travel elements. We also discuss The Hellfire Club, both as a political thriller novel and the villains from X-Men. We explore the Storygraph app and touch on Geddy Lee's My Effin Life, Swamp Thing, and the comparison between Hunger Games and Battle Royale.We highlight several AI movies including Ex Machina, Wild Robot, Lost in Space, Big Hero 6, and Bicentennial Man. We also talk Superman (1978), the 1960s Batman, and the various incarnations of these characters over the years, including Lex Luthor and the unconventional choice of Jesse Eisenberg. We debate our favorite Batman and discuss the upcoming Flash movie. Nostalgia kicks in as we reminisce about Wonder Woman.We conclude the episode by talking about the Fantastic Four, especially the new trailer. Do we still need the Avengers when we have the Fantastic Four?#podcast #ValentinesDay #StephenKing #11/22/63 #TheHellfireClub #Storygraph #GeddyLee #SwampThing #HungerGames #BattleRoyale #AIMovies #ExMachina #WildRobot #LostInSpace #BigHero6 #BicentennialMan #Superman #Batman #WonderWoman #FantasticFour #Avengers #comics #movies #geeking #KarenBeeLinktree: https://linktr.ee/seangeekpodcastPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/meetthegeeksMerch: Tee Public: https://www.teepublic.com/seangeekpodcastRed Bubble: https://www.redbubble.com/people/seangeekpodcast/shop@seangeekpodcast on Twitter, Instagram and FacebookMentioned in this episode:New Merch AdAn ad that incorporates Red Bubble and Tee Public

Murray Shanahan is Professor of Cognitive Robotics at Imperial College London and a principal research scientist at Google DeepMind. Educated at Imperial College (BSc(Eng) computer science) and Cambridge University (King's College; PhD computer science), he became a full Professor at Imperial, and joined DeepMind. His publications span artificial intelligence, machine learning, logic, dynamical systems, computational neuroscience, and philosophy of mind. He was Scientific Advisor on the film Ex Machina (2014). He has written several books, including “Embodiment and the Inner Life” (2010) and “The Technological Singularity” (2015).Full Episode: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MrV9IwZd3qETitle: "Murray Shanahan: What are Conscious Exotica? Consciousness, AI & the Space of Possible Minds"CONNECT:- Website: https://tevinnaidu.com - Podcast: https://creators.spotify.com/pod/show/mindbodysolution- YouTube: https://youtube.com/mindbodysolution- Twitter: https://twitter.com/drtevinnaidu- Facebook: https://facebook.com/drtevinnaidu - Instagram: https://instagram.com/drtevinnaidu- LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/drtevinnaidu=============================Disclaimer: The information provided on this channel is for educational purposes only. The content is shared in the spirit of open discourse and does not constitute, nor does it substitute, professional or medical advice. We do not accept any liability for any loss or damage incurred from you acting or not acting as a result of listening/watching any of our contents. You acknowledge that you use the information provided at your own risk. Listeners/viewers are advised to conduct their own research and consult with their own experts in the respective fields.

"Les liens qui libèrent vs les relations qui enferment. (...) Les liens d'amitié, de compagnonnage, sont autant de force(s) et le film parle tellement de ça." Déborah Saïag"C'est hyper joyeux. C'est rassurant de savoir que ma partenaire a une amitié (ou sœur, frère etc), une relation extrêmement forte, parce que je ne suis pas toute seule, responsable.. On traverse tellement de choses." Mika TardMes chères auditrices, mes chers auditeurs, accrochez-vous, vous allez tomber en amour ❤️‍

A Clip from our Patreon only episode "Patreon #14: Garland Movies." Ex Machina (2014), Annihilation (2018), Men (2022), Civil War (2024.)We look at four movies by Alex Garland which deal with different weird and eerie themes.https://www.patreon.com/LostFuturesPod⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Rate⁠⁠ us on Apple Podcasts: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/lost-futures-a-mark-fisher-podcast/id1685663806⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify:⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/0EnwNGZijCDZVIl5JtjwGT⁠⁠⁠⁠Follow⁠⁠⁠ us on Twitter: @lostfuturespodTheme Song By: EvilJekyllArt/animation by: Gregory Cristiani

So like...sometimes when you're young you have to save your friends from a hedge maze? I guess? I'm kinda losing the metaphor.This episode contains strong language, violence, suggestive themes, disturbing imagery, white noise/vocal glitches, and external podcast advertisement.Hey! Check out RPG Major here: https://www.rpgmajor.com/Funky Disco TimeThe Casters ARE:DM - Max KohIthealen - Will EamesHoney - Jay ChavezAmara - Kenzie WellsTheme Music is by kohmYou can support us DIRECTLY on our Patreon!You can follow us on almost all social media platforms @railroadcastersPlease like and rate the podcast as you please, everything helps.Thanks for listening! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Episode Description: In this episode of The Successful Screenwriter, Geoffrey D. Calhoun is joined by regular guests Katie Presto and Reece Taylor to analyze and review Companion, the sci-fi horror film that blends psychological tension, AI themes, and unexpected humor. Geoffrey goes in blind, without prior knowledge of the film, leading to fresh reactions and in-depth discussions on themes of love, control, and vulnerability. We also explore standout performances, directorial choices, and how Companion fits into the evolving landscape of horror comedies.What You'll Learn in This Episode:Why going into a film blind can enhance the viewing experience.How Companion subverts AI horror tropes.Sophie Thatcher's rising star power and character choices.The film's exploration of love, power dynamics, and control.How horror-comedy is making a comeback in Hollywood.Box office insights and potential for sequels.Key Moments:[00:38] Introduction to the film analysis segment.[01:21] Companion logline and initial reactions.[02:34] Sophie Thatcher's performance and comparisons to Anya Taylor-Joy & Jodie Foster.[06:39] The shocking reveal: Did you see it coming?[08:53] Themes of love, abuse, and control in Companion.[12:11] AI love vs. human love: A unique perspective.[16:18] Jack Quaid's performance and eerie resemblance to his father, Dennis Quaid.[17:01] Guessing the film's budget and box office performance.[19:23] Horror-comedy: A genre resurgence?[20:48] Looking ahead: Next film review (Heart Eyes).About the Guests:Katie Presto: Regular guest and film cinephile, offering unique perspectives on character depth and themes.Reece Taylor: Resident “film philosopher,” known for his deep dives into storytelling mechanics.About the Host:Geoffrey D. Calhoun is an award-winning screenwriter, author of The Guide for Every Screenwriter, and host of The Successful Screenwriter podcast. With films that have aired on network television and streaming platforms, Geoffrey shares his passion for storytelling and film analysis to help writers sharpen their craft.Resources Mentioned in the Episode:Companion (2024) – Film discussed.Ex Machina & Westworld – Similar AI-driven films.The Menu – A recent example of suspenseful horror-comedy.Connect with Geoffrey D. Calhoun:Podcast Website: The Successful ScreenwriterInstagram: @screenwriterpodTikTok: @screenwriterpodEnjoyed this breakdown? Like, share, and review the podcast! What did you think of Companion? Let us know in the comments or tag us on social media!#FilmAnalysis #CompanionMovie #Screenwriting #HorrorComedy #SciFiHorror #Podcast #MovieReview

Show Notes This week we go back in time to when AI was a remarkable step forward instead of a feature on all of our devices, whether we like it or not, with Alex Garland's Ex Machina. Oscar Isaac plays a billionaire that falls into all of the billionaire stereotypes that have proven true with the rise of Elon Musk: a self-proclaimed demi-god. Domhnall Gleeson plays a patsy for every other speaking character. Alicia Vikander plays – well, that's the question isn't it, what – or who – is she?     Recommendations: Star Trek: The Next Generation Season 2 Episode 9: The Measure of a Man (Paramount+) and comfort watches.   Next up: It Follows (2014) (Max)     Email us at latecomers@gmail.com Find Amity @ www.amityarmstrong.com Our Facebook group is here for those who consent: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1754020081574479/

This re-watch comes courtesy of a Patreon request, so we're dropping it back on the main feed as a bonus. A fashionista (fashinist…sir?) funeral has Carrie thinking about who she wants to spend the rest of her life with and maybe kinda sorta reconciling with Big, Charlotte is led by a big hat into the sobbing arms of a widow, Miranda buys an apartment as a (gasp) single woman, and Samantha gets caught snogging and thrown out of NYC society life until she's rescued by the tall, big handed, dark-hair having…Leonardo DiCaprio. We had a blast to the past in this one! Thanks to Christina for the request, and join us for dozens and dozens of bonus podcasts over at patreon.com/KevinandJon!

Jaime and Patrick kick off a new series exploring the themes of Blade Runner through the lens of other films. In this first episode, they dive deep into Alex Garland's Ex Machina, examining its parallels to Blade Runner and where the two films diverge. This episode is thought-provoking and rich with discussion—everything this podcast is at its core. We hope you enjoy!   // For more on this and our other projects, please visit www.bladerunnerpodcast.com  // If you'd like to join the conversation, find us on our closed Facebook group: Fields of Calantha. // To support the show, please consider visiting www.bladerunnerpodcast.com/support. We've got some great perks available! // And as always, please consider rating, reviewing, and sharing this show. We can't tell you how much your support means to us, but we can hopefully show you by continuing to provide better, more ambitious, and more dynamic content for years to come.

Chuck's alphabetical set of selections for Film Seizure's January slate of movies comes to a close with 2014's Ex Machina from director Alex Garland. Episodes release on Wednesday at www.filmseizure.com "Beyond My Years" by Matt LaBarber LaBarber The Album Available at https://mattlabarber.bandcamp.com/album/labarber-the-album Copyright 2020 Like what we do? Buy us a coffee! www.ko-fi.com/filmseizure Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/filmseizure/ Follow us on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/filmseizure.bsky.social Follow us on Mastodon: https://universeodon.com/@filmseizure Follow us on Instagram: www.instagram.com/filmseizure/ You can now find us on YouTube as well! The Film Seizure Channel can be found here: https://www.youtube.com/c/FilmSeizure

Ep. #1152 Terrifying Bigfoot Hunt: What Lurks in the Shadows? Join Richard as he welcomes author, podcaster, and cryptozoologist D.A. Roberts for a thrilling deep dive into the mysteries of Bigfoot. Drawing on his years in law enforcement and his expertise in cryptozoology, D.A. recounts his July expedition to an abandoned campground that yielded astonishing evidence of the elusive creature. GUEST: D.A. Roberts is a cryptozoologist, best-selling author, podcaster, and field investigator. Born in Lebanon, Missouri, he now lives in Springfield, Missouri with his wife and sons. For most of his career, D.A. served his community in Law Enforcement. All titles are currently available now from Dark Water Endeavors and D.A. Roberts. D.A. also hosts a popular podcast called D.A. Ex Machina, along with co-hosts Steve “Wildman” Monrotus, Kerry “Pocket Doc” Davis, and Robby “Rip” Raines. WEBSITE/LINKS: www.daroberts.net https://www.youtube.com/@DAExMachinaPodcast www.amazon.com/author/daroberts BOOKS: Apex Predator Series The Nightmare Hunter: Uncanny Valley The Lakeview Man Code Name Series Ragnorak Rising Series SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS!!! HIMS - Making Healthy and Happy Easy to Achieve Sexual Health, Hair Loss, Mental Health, Weight Management START YOUR FREE ONLINE VISIT TODAY - HIMS dot com slash STRANGE https://www.HIMS.com/strange BECOME A PREMIUM SUBSCRIBER!!! https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm Three monthly subscriptions to choose from. Commercial Free Listening, Bonus Episodes and a Subscription to my monthly newsletter, InnerSanctum. We and our partners use cookies to personalize your experience, to show you ads based on your interests, and for measurement and analytics purposes. By using our website and services, you agree to our use of cookies as described in our Cookie Policy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices Support our show by becoming a premium member! https://strangeplanet.supportingcast.fm/

Just a few years ago, as AI technology was beginning to spill out of start-ups in Silicon Valley and hitting our smartphones, the political and cultural conversation about this nascent science was not yet clear. I remember asking former Google CEO Eric Schmidt on Honestly in January 2022 if AI was just like the sexy robot in Ex Machina. I literally said to him, “What is AI? How do you define it? I do not understand.” Today, not only has it become clear what AI is and how to use it—ChatGPT averages more than 120 million active daily users and processes over a billion queries per day—but it's also becoming clear with the political and cultural ramifications—and the arguments and debates—around AI are going to be over the next few years. Among those big questions are who gets to lead us into this new age of AI technology, what company is going to get there first and achieve market dominance, how those companies are structured so that bad actors with nefarious incentives can't manipulate this technology for evil purposes, and what role the government should play in regulating all of this. At the center of these important questions are two men: Sam Altman and Elon Musk. And if you haven't been following, they aren't exactly in alignment.  They started off as friends and business partners. In fact, Sam and Elon co-founded OpenAI in 2015. But over the years, Elon Musk grew increasingly frustrated with OpenAI until he finally resigned from the board in 2018. That feud escalated this past year when Elon sued Sam and OpenAI on multiple occasions to try to prevent the company from launching a for-profit arm of the business, a structure that Elon claims is never supposed to happen in OpenAI—and he also argues that changing its structure in this way might even be illegal. On the one hand, this is a very complex disagreement. To understand every single detail of it, you probably need a law degree and special expertise in American tax law. But you don't need a degree or specialization to understand that at its heart, this feud is about something much bigger and more existential than OpenAI's business model, although that's extremely important. What this is really a fight over is who will ultimately be in control of a technology that some say, if used incorrectly, could very well make human beings obsolete. Here to tell his side of the story is Sam Altman. We talk about where AI is headed, and why he thinks superintelligence—the moment where AI surpasses human capabilities—is closer than ever. We talk about the perils of AI bias and censorship, why he donated $1 million to Trump's inaugural fund as a person who has long opposed Trump, what happens if America loses the AI race to a foreign power like China, and of course, what went wrong between him and the richest man on Earth.  *** This show is proudly sponsored by the Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE). FIRE believes free speech makes free people. Make your tax-deductible donation today at www.thefire.org/honestly. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices