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Kimi(2022) -

: The film explores the invasive nature of smart devices and how the data they collect can be used (or ignored) by powerful corporations.

: Angela works for "Amygdala," a tech giant behind Kimi , an Alexa-like smart speaker. Her role is to review and fix "mismatched" voice data—instances where the AI failed to understand a user's command. Kimi(2022)

: Soderbergh uses distinct cinematography to illustrate Angela's mental state. Her apartment is filmed with steady, wide shots, while the outside world is captured with canted angles and frantic handheld camerawork to evoke her sensory overload. : The film explores the invasive nature of

: The film features a notable score by Cliff Martinez , which critics have described as a blend of electronic music and orchestral nods to legendary composer Bernard Herrmann. Quick Facts Director Steven Soderbergh Lead Star Zoë Kravitz Platform Premiered on HBO Max Setting Pandemic-era Seattle Quick Facts Director Steven Soderbergh Lead Star Zoë

: While analyzing a stream of data, Angela hears what she believes is evidence of a violent sexual assault and murder.

: When she tries to report the crime to her superiors, she is met with corporate resistance and bureaucracy. To seek justice and provide the evidence, she is forced to confront her deepest fear: leaving her apartment and navigating the outside world. Themes and Production