Different, but good

Rating: 9/10 (1 February 2020)

Although it may not be the best the sci-fi genre has to offer, Ex Machina is certainly an inspirational and well made film for the genre, that is equally impressive as it is different. Where the film differs in terms of most modern sci-fi films, is the daringness to make something smart out of it, rather than do something so much simpler. With that note, the film isn't just a sci-fi film but a character piece, and a thought provoking one as well, diving into the nature of being real, and providing some absolutely captivating written dialogue. Domhnall Gleeson provides yet another great performance, as well as Oscar Isaac and most notably Alicia Vikander as Ava. The film isn't heavy on special effects, and those used can seem a bit out of place, and the film may seem a bit slow at time, but in the end these flaws are minimal. The pacing makes for a greater effect as the film begins to wrap, and the special effects hardly seem to make much of an impact. Alex Garland makes for a stunning debut, and most notably one of the most remarkable achievements in this genre for the decade.
My Rating: 9.5/10