Leonard Maltin is one of the world’s most respected film critics and historians. Then he reveals the biggest secret in his arsenal: his latest invention, an artificial intelligence figure cloaked in the skin of a beautiful woman (Alicia Vikander). He welcomes wide-eyed Gleeson to his private domain-where you can hear a pin drop-and while he’s superficially hospitable, he enjoys toying with the naïve visitor. His extreme physical appearance-bald head, bushy beard, buff but stocky body-reflects the man he’s playing, a world-famous mogul who does as he pleases, whether it’s pummeling a boxing bag or passing out dead drunk at night. The Big Cheese is played by an almost-unrecognizable Oscar Isaac, who adds another exceptional performance to his growing résumé. The coveted prize: a week’s getaway at his boss’ private compound, nestled in a remote location that’s reachable only by helicopter. Domhnall Gleeson plays a bright code-writer at a major Internet firm who wins an office pool. Alex Garland, the novelist-turned-screenwriter of such films as 28 Days Later, Sunshine, and Never Let Me Go makes his directorial debut with this stylish mood piece, set in the very near future. At last, a science-fiction film that’s more about ideas than explosive visual effects.
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