Transcendence
Transcendence is a 2014 American science fiction film on DVD and
Ultraviolet, directed by cinematographer Wally Pfister and starring Johnny Depp
and Morgan Freeman.
Dr. Will Caster is the foremost researcher in the field of Artificial
Intelligence, working to create a sentient machine that combines the collective
intelligence of everything ever known with the full range of human emotions. His
highly controversial experiments have made him famous, but they have also made
him the prime target of anti-technology extremists who will do whatever it takes
to stop him. However, in their attempt to destroy Will, they inadvertently
become the catalyst for him to succeed-to be a participant in his own
transcendence.
For his wife Evelyn and best friend Max Waters, both fellow researchers, the
question is not if they can…but if they should. Their worst fears are realized
as Will's thirst for knowledge evolves into a seemingly omnipresent quest for
power, to what end is unknown. The only thing that is becoming terrifyingly
clear is there may be no way to stop him.
Critic Reviews:
- " “Transcendence” gets an “A” for effort, competently melding
art-film visual flourishes with a surprisingly intricate story and some pleasing
performances. " – J. Olson
- " [Transcendence] is more than just a big budget version of Siri Goes
Wild. " – Billy Tatum
- " A relatively entertaining way to upload your consciousness for
119 minutes. " – Rebecca Barry Hill
