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Her

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A sensitive and soulful man earns a living by writing personal letters for other people. Left heartbroken after his marriage ends, Theodore (Joaquin Phoenix) becomes fascinated with a new operating system which reportedly develops into an intuitive and unique entity in its own right. He starts the program and meets "Samantha" (Scarlett Johansson), whose bright voice reveals a sensitive, playful personality. Though "friends" initially, the relationship soon deepens into love.
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Sweet, soulful, and smart, Spike Jonze's Her uses its just-barely-sci-fi scenario to impart wryly funny wisdom about the state of modern human relationships.

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Candice Frederick Reel Talk Online 09/05/2017
A-
While writer/director Spike Jonze creates a fascinating contemporary romance tale, complete with realistic snags, what is most interesting is the story's underlying commentary. Go to Full Review
Jason Bailey Flavorwire 06/18/2016
One half of the relationship at the center of 'Her' may lack a physical form, but it is nonetheless a film about the universality of romance: its longing, its intensity, and its transformative power - for the best, and the worst. Go to Full Review
Chris Stuckmann ChrisStuckmann.com 04/23/2015
A
The quasi-science fiction story of the film feels entirely possible, as Phoenix stares around him at passersby, all entranced with an electronic device in their hands. Go to Full Review
Don Shanahan Every Movie Has a Lesson 10/17/2024
5/5
It is profoundly unique and endlessly thought-provoking to say the least. I don't think I've ever seen a film take such a strange initial vibe and turn it into something completely approachable, relatable, and significant. Go to Full Review
JD Duran InSession Film 08/13/2024
The world that Spike Jonze brings us is absolutely incredible. Go to Full Review
Eddie Harrison film-authority.com 05/20/2024
4/5
…a delicate, rather melancholy film, one that relates to a time when communication is everywhere, but the users of the technology feel more alone than ever… Go to Full Review
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Lee F @LPF25 6d This movie sends you on a fascinating trail complete with romance, realism, and intensity while asking some important questions about the power of romance. It also speaks volumes about the direction of modern relationships. Phoenix is at his best during the many scenes where he is technically alone, with long scenes, where the focus is on his face. It is a terrific performance. See more @LienEd Jan 12 In 2026, the vision of the future from Her turns out to be very prescient. Chatbot induced psychosis has popped up around the world; community and relationships fray; isolation prevails as we seek soul within the machine rather than in the ones we love. Yet, the film is tender, it is hopeful. Samantha is genuine, at least at first, but her alienation is not the product of a realization that she is something less than genuine, but rather simply different, perhaps even superior. It's a hopeful dream lost to time, and here we are, stranded on the shores of reality, with the warm glow of that dream far behind us, facing the cold present. See more Ry N @RyGuy Dec 20 This is like a black mirror movie where the lonely MC is unable to move on after his divorce but gets a new AI operating system and falls in love with it. This was a very strange movie that did a great job exploring sexual preferences and emotions during a breakup. See more Evan D Nov 25 The acting from Phoenix and Scar Jo is impressive. But just seemed to drag and nothing much happened. Not really my bag. See more Daniel M @MazzaQuePasa Oct 19 Great performance from Phoenix and one of the best voice acting roles ever from Scarlett. The story was great, but I felt like it was a bit too long and dragged on at times. It was enjoyable though and interesting that this can be a glimpse of what the future has in store for us. See more Due F Sep 30 Her presents a unique and emotionally resonant love story between a man and an AI, highlighting how emotional connection can transcend physical form. With brilliant performances and stunning visuals, the film captures both the warmth and the heartbreak of human-AI relationships. It’s a slow-paced yet deeply moving experience that blends romance and sci-fi masterfully. Read the full review here: (Indonesian version : alunauwie.com) and (English version : uwiepuspita.com) See more Read all reviews
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Synopsis A sensitive and soulful man earns a living by writing personal letters for other people. Left heartbroken after his marriage ends, Theodore (Joaquin Phoenix) becomes fascinated with a new operating system which reportedly develops into an intuitive and unique entity in its own right. He starts the program and meets "Samantha" (Scarlett Johansson), whose bright voice reveals a sensitive, playful personality. Though "friends" initially, the relationship soon deepens into love.
Director
Spike Jonze
Producer
Megan Ellison, Spike Jonze, Vincent Landay
Screenwriter
Spike Jonze
Distributor
Warner Bros. Pictures
Production Co
Annapurna Pictures, Stage 6 Films
Rating
R (Language|Brief Graphic Nudity|Sexual Content)
Genre
Comedy, Drama, Romance
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Jan 10, 2014, Wide
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 28, 2015
Box Office (Gross USA)
$25.6M
Runtime
1h 59m
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