Ex Machina

Directed by Alex Garland, 'Ex Machina' is a thought-provoking science fiction film that explores the boundaries between artificial intelligence and human consciousness. The story centers on Caleb (Domhnall Gleeson), a programmer who is invited by his reclusive boss Nathan (Oscar Isaac) to administer the Turing test to an advanced humanoid robot named Ava (Alicia Vikander). As Caleb interacts with Ava, he becomes entangled in a complex web of deception and ethical dilemmas. The film received critical acclaim for its intelligent script, visual effects, and Vikander's performance, winning the Academy Award for Best Visual Effects.