After Yang
- Tue, Feb 28, 2023
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Introduction by Chris Porter, Associate Professor of Computer Science, Director of Drake’s Artificial Intelligence Program
Director: Kogonada Run Time: 96 min. Release Year: 2022
Starring: Colin Farrell, Jodie Turner-Smith, Justin H. Min, Malea Emma Tjandrawidjaja, Ritchie Coster
When his young daughter’s beloved companion — an android named Yang — malfunctions, Jake searches for a way to repair him. In the process, Jake discovers the life that has been passing in front of him, reconnecting with his wife and daughter across a distance he didn’t know was there.
The screening will feature an introduction by Chris Porter, Associate Professor of Computer Science, Director of Drake’s Artificial Intelligence Program, exploring the role of artificial intelligence in our lives.
Science on Screen®
A series of great films paired with presentations from scientists and scientific thinkers. Presented in collaboration with STEM Librarian Dan Chibnall and STEM@DRAKE. An initiative of the COOLIDGE CORNER THEATRE, with major support from the ALFRED P. SLOAN FOUNDATION.