In this episode, Taylor and Barry explode Alex Garland’s Ex Machina, analyzing the twisted dynamics between Caleb, Nathan, and the AI, Ava. Join them as they explore the moral ambiguities, power struggles, and the chilling implications of creating conscious machines as they unravel the intricate layers of deception and manipulation. As always, beware of spoilers.
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A note from Barry
I've always believed the best part of a movie isn't the ending—it's the discussion afterwards.
Every week I read theories that are completely different from my own, and that's my favourite part of running This Is Barry.
If you have your own interpretation—or you're simply curious to see how others understood the movie, I'd love to have you join the conversation.
Barry is a technologist who helps start-ups build successful products. His love for movies and production has led him to write his well-received film explanation and analysis articles to help everyone appreciate the films better. He’s regularly available for a chat conversation on his website and consults on storyboarding from time to time.
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