Her

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Her

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Released Jan 10, 2014

1h 59m

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Romance

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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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Critics Consensus

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

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.

Rated: A-

Sep 5, 2017

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Jason Bailey

Flavorwire

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.

Jun 18, 2016

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Chris Stuckmann

ChrisStuckmann.com

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.

Rated: A

Apr 23, 2015

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Don Shanahan

Every Movie Has a Lesson

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.

Rated: 5/5

Oct 17, 2024

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JD Duran

InSession Film

The world that Spike Jonze brings us is absolutely incredible.

Aug 13, 2024

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Eddie Harrison

film-authority.com

…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…

Rated: 4/5

May 20, 2024

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David K

A relationship movie with some interesting comments on the human condition, and a good leading performance from Phoenix. However for me it was spoiled by an obvious and unenlightening finale.

Rated 3 out of 5 stars

07/30/25

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Film Critic F

Basically "Electric Dreams", but much better done in both story, and overall feel

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

07/22/25

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Phantom 9

In July 2025, I rewatched Her and found it to be excruciatingly slow and completely lacking in excitement. The story moves slowly, with extended periods of reflection and conversation that never really reach a climax. There is hardly any action to keep your interest, no real conflict, and no exciting scenes. Although the lead actors give good performances, the film feels endlessly drawn out despite their chemistry. By the end, it seems like you've spent hours on it for little more than a few cursory insights into contemporary relationships. It's a complete waste of time and not worth watching, in my opinion. 0.5/5.

Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars

07/21/25

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Harper C.

Great movie with lots interesting themes. Pacing a bit slow.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

07/02/25

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Ben L

Interesting first hour or so. But ultimately seems to run out of gas. Ahead of it’s time in many aspects.

Rated 2.5 out of 5 stars

06/28/25

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Benjamin H

Led by phenomenal performances by Joaquin Phoenix and Scarlett Johannson alongside Spike Jonze's top-notch writing and direction, Her is a deeply felt, multisided and impactful movie that is so reflective and intelligent in its exploration of human relationships and artificial intelligence while also having a pleasant sense of humour to it.

Rated 4.5 out of 5 stars

05/18/25

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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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