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with Alphie (Madeleine Yuna Voyles), an AI child (the roles (action/emotion) of his career.
so-called "weapon") who can end the conflict. The
hero of this story gradually begins to realise Alphie's The film also relied heavily on the experience of the
humanity. The child seeks to build rather than destroy, artists and technicians behind the camera, from
holding the desire to live in harmony by respecting the the orchestration by Hans Zimmer (who needs no
differences between humans and AI. This is a film with introduction) to the cinematography by Greig Fraser
a topical theme, and we're not talking about the advent (Oscar winner for «Dune»), editor Hank Corwin («The
of AI. What is topical is a dialogue that seeks peace Tree of Life»), and production designer James Clyne
and not hatred towards those who are not the same, («Star Wars: Episode IX»). Despite the plethora of visual
respecting all voices that share different visions of the effects, the film had sequences shot in 80 different
world. It's an ingenious piece of work with several layers locations spread over 8 countries, including Thailand,
of understanding in a script written by Gareth Edwards Nepal, Japan, and Vietnam. The fusion of technology
and Chris Weitz («Rogue One»). The interactions nestled in the middle of rice fields and Asian temples is
between Joshua and Alphie are touching, and there is something that stands out. As well as the story, these
room for emotion as well as great action sequences, images remain in memory.
always in an innovative and elaborate way. Gareth
Edwards has the ability to transport his audience to A superlative film that can be seen for its grandiose
other worlds, and this film does just that. visual apparatus but can and should be appreciated
for its story and eloquent universal message Whatever
There are some supporting roles that help this great the approach, this is a winning film to be seen in its
sci-fi adventure, such as Allison Janney (she's amazing) full splendour in cinemas. «The Creator» is yet another
and Ken Watanabe (always sure of his performance). demonstration of Gareth Edwards' talent, one of the
Little Madeleine Yuna Voyles leaves us speechless, and great visual spectacles of 2023 that never loses its sense
John David Washington has one of the most balanced of humanity. JORGE PINTO

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