We delve into the portrayal of artificial intelligence as a faceless, omnipotent force in two classic sci-fi films: 2001: A Space Odyssey (1968) and The Day The Earth Stood Still (1951).

We explore how these films depict AI not as humanoid entities, but as cold, impersonal machines that wield immense power over humanity. From HAL 9000’s chilling precision in 2001 to the mysterious robot Gort in The Day The Earth Stood Still, this episode examines the unsettling influence of faceless machines and their implications for our future.

Join us as we continue our journey through the evolution of AI in science fiction.

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