If My SmartPhone Operating System Breaks Up With Me, Can I Get A Refund?

Rating: 7/10 (18 June 2019)

This is a smart film from 2013 that explores 'future' social issues that are already present in Asia in 2019. The idea of 'A.I.-Human Love' is already fracturing society in Japan and Korea, as lonely young men turn to mobile apps, games, and animated dolls for companionship, rather than human women. I worry, as I type this review, that in another 6 years I may read this and find it dated. By 2025, there may be a significant part of society that will choose technology over human companionship. Who knows, maybe I will have a robot lover or an operating system that tries to have phone sex with me at night...
Scarlett Johansson proves that she is one of the most sexy women on the planet by seducing Joaquin Phoenix (and every male audience member) with nothing but her voice. With every pause, every laugh, and every vocal inflection, Johansson pulls you further into moral 'grey areas' of love, technology, and self-consciousness. Scarlett's portrayal of 'Samantha' is the definition of a standout performance by an actress in a film.
I enjoy thought-provoking movies. This film is meant to be discussed, argued about, and romanticized by groups of people over coffee or cocktails. And, maybe those conversations will help prepare some people for the future of human relationships and society.
RealReview Posting Scoring Criteria:
Acting - 1/1;
Casting - 1/1;
Directing - 1/1;
Story - 1/1;
Writing/Screenplay - 1/1
Total Base Score = 5
Modifiers (+ or -):
Originality: +1;
Standout Performances: +1 ( Scarlett Johansson );
Total RealReview Rating: 7