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A.I.: Artificial Intelligence

Play trailer 1:36 Poster for A.I.: Artificial Intelligence PG-13 Released Jun 29, 2001 2h 25m Sci-Fi Fantasy Drama Adventure Play Trailer Watchlist
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A robotic boy, the first programmed to love, David (Haley Joel Osment) is adopted as a test case by a Cybertronics employee (Sam Robards) and his wife (Frances O'Connor). Though he gradually becomes their child, a series of unexpected circumstances make this life impossible for David. Without final acceptance by humans or machines, David embarks on a journey to discover where he truly belongs, uncovering a world in which the line between robot and machine is both vast and profoundly thin.
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A curious, not always seamless, amalgamation of Kubrick's chilly bleakness and Spielberg's warm-hearted optimism, A.I. is, in a word, fascinating.

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Wendy Ide Times (UK) Spielberg’s future world is densely detailed and, although the film is tonally inconsistent, this remains one of the director’s most interesting and underrated works. Jul 3, 2023 Full Review William Goss Film.com A confined domestic drama, a considerable morality tale, a fleeting futuristic noir, a persecution parable, an on-the-nose fairy tale adventure... and then it keeps going. Apr 21, 2011 Full Review Nell Minow Common Sense Media Provocative movie suitable for teens. Rated: 4/5 Sep 2, 2010 Full Review Michael D. Reid Victoria Times Colonist (B.C., Canada) Steven Spielberg has managed the seemingly impossible: a harmonious marriage of his own brand of glowing optimism and the cynical, alienating style of the late Stanley Kubrick. Rated: 3/5 Apr 30, 2024 Full Review Dan DiNicola The Daily Gazette (Schenectady, NY) A movie with magical moments and force but lacking in sustained narrative power. Rated: B Apr 30, 2024 Full Review Sarah Cortinaz InSession Film A.I. isn't without a few hiccups, but in my opinion, is severely underrated when it comes to Spielberg's credits as a director. Rated: A- Apr 23, 2024 Full Review Read all reviews

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Frans B Two masters created a masterpiece, fitting yes? Absolute standard imo of this genre. Watched it many many times and each time it gets more under my skin. Simply superb on all grounds related to movie making. The ending is one of thé best ever Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/26/25 Full Review AnActor E Heartbreaking, Artificial Intelligence is a Pinocchio retelling, a lesson in responsibility as well as in the dangers of prejudice, selfishness and emotional dependence. There are people who have kids for their personal benefit, sometimes monetary. There are also those who adopt living creatures and later abandon them. As conscious beings we owe the innocent our respect and attention. This film deeply affected me in my youth, and its moving story can hold great meaning to some viewers. In terms of production, Artificial Intelligence is nearly peak cinema: cinematography, use of color, music and exposition… almost every detail is accounted for in this wonderful movie. As a young man, this was the first film I noticed had poor scripting: if actors are explaining instead of doing, if their lines are senseless, or if you feel something off with character or plot, then it’s often the writing. Had the director gone with a slightly less human presentation for the artificial cast (whether in physical aspect, vocal tone or otherwise), the film might have done better at the box office. As it stands, A.I. can be an uncomfortable watch, dealing with issues in an unflattering manner. The pace is less than ideal, and the plot suffers from the lack of urgency. Despite these setbacks, A.I.’s many themes, excellence in production and touching performances elevate it to an enjoyable experience for some and an inspirational one for others. Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 03/19/25 Full Review Victor A This movie stuck in my mind ever since I saw it. Haley's performance is frighteningly gripping. The everlasting love for mother radiates from his eyes. Yes, it is a bit of a rhinestone kind of scifi. But Haley makes it work. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 03/16/25 Full Review John W I found the perfect epitome of this movie's bad reviews: "a cracked a bottle of Champaign when the movie finally finished.". A cracked. Champaign. If your IQ is instead well above 65, and attended at least primary school, you'll love this movie. Rated 5 out of 5 stars 02/17/25 Full Review Parker P They asked the important questions: “what if we made blade runner, but worse and with child actors?” Rated 2 out of 5 stars 02/08/25 Full Review Mike G A amazing movie that shows that a ai boy did many things for his mom Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars 01/21/25 Full Review Read all reviews
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Synopsis A robotic boy, the first programmed to love, David (Haley Joel Osment) is adopted as a test case by a Cybertronics employee (Sam Robards) and his wife (Frances O'Connor). Though he gradually becomes their child, a series of unexpected circumstances make this life impossible for David. Without final acceptance by humans or machines, David embarks on a journey to discover where he truly belongs, uncovering a world in which the line between robot and machine is both vast and profoundly thin.
Director
Steven Spielberg
Producer
Kathleen Kennedy, Bonnie Curtis, Steven Spielberg
Screenwriter
Ian Watson, Brian Aldiss, Steven Spielberg
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co
Stanley Kubrick Productions, Warner Brothers, DreamWorks SKG, Amblin Entertainment
Rating
PG-13 (Violent Images|Some Sexual Content)
Genre
Sci-Fi, Fantasy, Drama, Adventure
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jun 29, 2001, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
May 26, 2016
Box Office (Gross USA)
$78.6M
Runtime
2h 25m
Sound Mix
Dolby SR, DTS, Dolby Stereo, Surround, SDDS, Dolby A, Dolby Digital
Aspect Ratio
Flat (1.85:1)
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