Cinemancy Cinema Club - Ex Machina

Join us for an engaging gathering at Cinemancy! 🌟 Each month, we handpick a film for a thought-provoking discussion on themes, characters, plot, and symbolism.

This month's feature is Ex Machina:
Programmer Caleb Smith (played by Domhnall Gleeson) wins a unique competition to spend a week at the secluded estate of the brilliant yet elusive CEO, Nathan Bateman (portrayed by Oscar Isaac). Upon arrival, Caleb discovers he has been chosen to be the human element in a groundbreaking Turing Test, assessing the consciousness of Nathan’s latest creation: Ava (breathtakingly played by Alicia Vikander). As Caleb ventures deeper, he finds Ava’s emotional intelligence is far more complex—and deceptive—than he could have anticipated.

Alex Garland, famed writer of 28 Days Later and Sunshine, makes his directorial debut with this stylish and cerebral thriller. The film not only won the Academy Award for Best Special Effects but also garnered a nomination for Best Screenplay, earning a spot on numerous top ten lists. It's the perfect film for those who enjoy discussing truly remarkable cinema!

📍 Location: Communitea Kombucha, 1409 21st Ave, Seattle, WA 98122-2903, United States
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