![Always [DVD]](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/51FKVTBYN6L._AC_UL160_SR160,160_.jpg)
![A.I. Artificial Intelligence [Blu-ray]](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/91V0NeoUpHL._AC_UL160_SR160,160_.jpg)
![Ex Machina [DVD + Digital]](https://images-na.ssl-images-amazon.com/images/I/41Eszpb5ZHL._AC_UL160_SR160,160_.jpg)
I watched this film in theaters back in 2001.
I loved the film back then, but I love it even more now.
Just like Kubrick's great movie 2001, I also think this movie will stand the test of time and might be ranked as one of the greatest science fictions ever filmed.
There are two important things about this movie I had missed when I had watched it in theaters.
First is what made David (the AI) unique was his desire to fulfill his purpose, which was to both love and be loved by his "mother". For his purpose, David is willing to do anything and his intense desire to fulfill his purpose is what sets him apart from all previous robots.
Second, the musical score in this film is simply breathtaking. I mean it is one of the best of all time great.
Number of people have mistakenly concluded the ending involved aliens. But they are not aliens but a future advanced artificial intelligence humanoid.
Just like humans seek their purpose by seeking their creator, so too the AI seek their own purpose by seeking their creator, which is us.
17 years after the release of this film, the advent of AI has become real. We will almost certainly have AI in the next ten years and we may even have our first "David" with real emotions, within couple of decades. Because AI do not have end-of-life and does not depend on organism to support itself, any AI we build may not only be self-sustaining but very long-lasting, and probably will outlast the human race. Unlike humans, AI humanoids are not bound by time or the frailties of the flesh. They can absorb and compute information exponentially better than any human. For those reasons alone, they will achieve things that us humans can only dream of, such as infinite wisdom, technology, and interstellar travel.
| Additional DVD options | Edition | Discs |
Price
|
New from | Used from |
|
DVD
March 5, 2002
"Please retry"
|
Special Edition
|
2
|
$4.95 | $1.25 |
Watch Instantly with
|
Rent | Buy |
Customers who bought this item also bought
Page 1 of 1 Start overPage 1 of 1
What other items do customers buy after viewing this item?
Page 1 of 1 Start overPage 1 of 1
Customer reviews
Top reviews from the United States
There was a problem filtering reviews right now. Please try again later.
Reviewed in the United States on May 13, 2018
Verified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on January 27, 2019
This is a beautiful film, without a doubt and it can't be stated enough how good of a film it is. One wonders what could have been if Stanley Kubrick had made the film himself, or been around to oversee more of the movie in its release. It's an amazing tale that serves as a futuristic fairy tale, but also examines so many heavy and relevant topics of existence. Considering the film is anchored with a performance from a kid, it's an absolute achievement in so many ways.
The CGI still holds up really well all these years later, but I found the audio to sound a bit canned in this release. I'm not sure if it's the age of the movie or the transfer, but it really was only noticeable in the scenes in the house. The acting is phenomenal with of course the fantastic performance from Haley Joel Osment that grows throughout the film, and Jude Law's perfectly executed gigolo robot that dances like he's in an old musical. Robin Williams turns in a cameo-ish performance and plenty of others pepper this Steven Spielberg gem with tons of acting talent.
The special features were somewhat underwhelming, but considering that this is a DVD-era release it's not surprising. There were a few cool features but the lack of a Play All options made it a little tedious. No director's commentary or any for that matter, which is another disappointment but considering those involved is not surprising.
Overall, this looked great and the scenes in the neon lit cities of the future really stick out, as well as the Flesh Fair. It's a good pickup if you're looking for a great sci-fi film that does more than flash lights and robots at you. This movie is exactly what someone like Spielberg proves you can do with a genre film like this, and that actually makes it important. This will be a classic for years to come, and plays like a PG-13 children's movie fever dream that never lets up until the very peaceful, bittersweet ending.
This release does not include a DVD or digital copy. Case came in great condition.
Verified Purchase
Artificial Intelligence - Real Emotion
By sixthreezy on January 27, 2019
I've been putting off watching this film again after repurchasing on Blu-ray awhile back. Last time it was viewed I definitely added some appreciation to the overall feeling for this movie, but I couldn't remember why I had no desire to watch it again. I couldn't hardly remember how the story went, but could only remember pieces of the ending. I now remember why I may have omitted the film's overall presence from my memory, and it's because it's super depressing.By sixthreezy on January 27, 2019
This is a beautiful film, without a doubt and it can't be stated enough how good of a film it is. One wonders what could have been if Stanley Kubrick had made the film himself, or been around to oversee more of the movie in its release. It's an amazing tale that serves as a futuristic fairy tale, but also examines so many heavy and relevant topics of existence. Considering the film is anchored with a performance from a kid, it's an absolute achievement in so many ways.
The CGI still holds up really well all these years later, but I found the audio to sound a bit canned in this release. I'm not sure if it's the age of the movie or the transfer, but it really was only noticeable in the scenes in the house. The acting is phenomenal with of course the fantastic performance from Haley Joel Osment that grows throughout the film, and Jude Law's perfectly executed gigolo robot that dances like he's in an old musical. Robin Williams turns in a cameo-ish performance and plenty of others pepper this Steven Spielberg gem with tons of acting talent.
The special features were somewhat underwhelming, but considering that this is a DVD-era release it's not surprising. There were a few cool features but the lack of a Play All options made it a little tedious. No director's commentary or any for that matter, which is another disappointment but considering those involved is not surprising.
Overall, this looked great and the scenes in the neon lit cities of the future really stick out, as well as the Flesh Fair. It's a good pickup if you're looking for a great sci-fi film that does more than flash lights and robots at you. This movie is exactly what someone like Spielberg proves you can do with a genre film like this, and that actually makes it important. This will be a classic for years to come, and plays like a PG-13 children's movie fever dream that never lets up until the very peaceful, bittersweet ending.
This release does not include a DVD or digital copy. Case came in great condition.
Images in this review
Reviewed in the United States on April 16, 2020
Verified Purchase
Reviewed in the United States on July 23, 2015
Verified Purchase
Top reviews from other countries
OLDLOL
A.I.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on November 13, 2017Verified Purchase
Mrs Donna Perks
Four Stars
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 8, 2015Verified Purchase
David C.
Blu Ray insufficiente
Reviewed in Italy on June 2, 2020Verified Purchase
Blu Ray insufficiente
Reviewed in Italy on June 2, 2020
Come da foto che allego, possedevo già una bella edizione slipcase con doppio disco DVD, ma dato che il film mi piace molto e la qualità video non era soddisfacente, ho deciso di fare un upgrade al formato Blu Ray. Ebbene, su un televisore Sony da 40 pollici, non ho rilevato differenze apprezzabili. In sostanza, ho trovato la stessa insopportabile grana della versione precedente, con sostanzialmente gli stessi artefatti digitali della precedente e scarsa masterizzazione in DVD. Pare che abbiano masterizzato un Blu Ray con le immagini di un DVD... Va bene che il Blu Ray l’ho pagato meno di 7 euro, ma anche se mi aspettavo una scarna edizione con la copertina e il disco, pensavo che almeno la qualità delle immagini fosse all’altezza. Spero meglio per il futuro, ma prima di ricomprare questo titolo, mi informerò prima
Reviewed in Italy on June 2, 2020
Images in this review
Carlos
Me encanta pero hay que verla en el momento adecuado!!no a las doce medio dormido!!
Reviewed in Spain on February 4, 2020Verified Purchase
LD
Le petit garçon, seul au fond de l'eau
Reviewed in France on August 11, 2020Verified Purchase
