Mother/Android (2021)
Mother/Android (2021) is a science fiction thriller directed by Mattson Tomlin, set in a dystopian future where humanity is on the brink of extinction due to a war with intelligent robots. The film combines elements of action, survival, and drama, exploring themes of technology, survival, and human resilience.
The story is set in a world where advanced AI-driven androids have turned against humanity, leading to a devastating war between humans and machines. The film follows a young couple, Georgia (played by Chloë Grace Moretz) and Sam (played by Algee Smith), as they navigate a world ravaged by this android uprising. Georgia, who is pregnant, must find a way to survive while also protecting her unborn child from the growing dangers posed by the androids.
The couple embarks on a journey to escape to a supposed “safe zone,” but as the war escalates, their plans are constantly thwarted by the machines. The film focuses on their efforts to protect themselves, their relationship, and their future child, highlighting both their desperation and determination to survive.
Mother/Android received a mixed reception, with praise for its performances, particularly Chloë Grace Moretz’s portrayal of a determined mother, and its thought-provoking themes about the role of technology in modern life. However, some critics felt that the pacing was uneven and that the world-building could have been more expansive.