CTRL

I like the computer-screen POV style and the IA theme. While it doesn’t bring anything new to the table, I still enjoyed it. The suspense is well-executed, and the pacing keeps you engaged.

*CTRL*, directed by Vikramaditya Motwane and featuring Ananya Panday, is a cyber-thriller that delves into the complex relationship between artificial intelligence (AI) and social media. The film follows Nella Awasthi (Panday), a social media influencer whose life spirals after her boyfriend Joe's infidelity is exposed during a live stream. Seeking solace, she turns to an AI platform to erase Joe from her digital existence, leading to unforeseen consequences.


Panday's performance can been praised for its depth, capturing Nella's emotional journey from joy to heartbreak. Her ability to make the character relatable amidst a cautionary tale about the dangers of AI and digital dependence deserves some patience on the back.


While the film's premise is compelling, some initial hiccups and pacing issues dilute the impact in the first half. However, its visual storytelling and thematic exploration of privacy invasion and personal commodification resonate strongly. Overall, *CTRL* serves as an engaging commentary on technology's impact on relationships, making it a noteworthy watch for fans of thought-provoking cinema.


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How on earth has this got 63%? There are lots of films that have done this story already, and some of them are even pretty good. This isn't one of them. It's trash.

Only good thing about this "movie" is that the different app / website UI and behavior looks correct. No other redeeming quality.