Merge (2025) Movie Script
(helicopter engine whirring)
(helicopter engine whirring)
(person shouting)
(person breathing)
(person kissing)
(tense music)
[Narrator] Everything
is so fucking perfect.
There are no more wars.
Everyone is provided
with full financial support.
Forget the sick or the
hungry, that's in the past.
We live on an island where
bio mechanical science
and psychosocial
engineering are so advanced,
we've created a world without flaws.
We don't know envy or jealousy.
We're happy with only one partner or two
or three, whatever you like.
We agree with everything and everyone,
because we are not afraid.
Literally, we've eradicated fear.
There is no more fear left in this world,
and that's how I make my business.
(gentle music)
So what do people usually take?
[Narrator] Look, it depends.
Everyone has their own little trigger.
(gentle music)
I gave the guys some arachnophobacks.
He ran away from his pet like this.
(animal screeching)
(people laughing)
He ran away from a spider.
Clostrophobacks for fear of small rooms.
It can be fun, it's very easy too.
(upbeat music)
(tense music)
So, how strong is it?
If you have a strong imagination,
it will affect you differently.
Like with Islamophobacks.
I had a couple once, they
took it to the next level.
Started mixing, they wanted it real bad.
(helicopter engine whirring)
(birds chirping)
(tense music)
(building smashing)
(tense music)
(sirens whirring)
(object booming)
You see, with fear,
you either want to fight it
or run from it, but the trick is,
if you embrace it,
you can be reborn.
Fucking amateurs.
So what should we take?
You're a couple, you
should definitely start
with phobacks, gives you
fear of being cheated on.
It'll give your relationship the extra pep.
How much?
Oh, didn't you know?
It's for free.
(gentle music)
You know you're very
special to me, don't you?
I don't tell you enough.
Are you crying?
A bit.
Don't, you'll make me cry.
No, it's true.
It's true, I'm very lucky.
(people kissing)
So glad I found you.
Me too.
Hey, and talking and
finding what you're looking for.
Sit up a minute, I have something for you.
Okay.
Okay, you ready?
Yeah, oh my God,
that's so sweet.
It's a first edition.
A first edition, oh my God, thank you.
You're very welcome.
I love it.
(tense music)
(person breathing)
(machine beeping)
(person typing)
(tense music)
(computer beeping)
(door whirring)
[Speaker] Haze, your down again.
Haze, your down again.
I don't wanna see you on another warning.
(phone ringing)
(phone whirring)
[Announcer] High priority.
An illegal avatar has been detected
in our City Three simulation.
A full investigation has been launched.
Any interactions with AI
during this confidential
intelligence research
will be met with instant
dismissal and criminal proceedings.
(dramatic music)
(machine beeping)
Hey, hey, what's up?
What is it?
I thought we had something.
We do.
Well then where is this coming from?
I don't understand.
It's complicated.
It's not.
It is.
It really isn't, Anna.
People don't break up
when they love each other.
There's things that you don't know.
Then tell me, Anna.
I can't, seriously.
Look, I love you and I
know you feel the same.
This makes no sense.
(upbeat music)
(pen whirring)
(vehicle engines whirring)
(tense music)
(person breathing)
(dramatic music)
Sit down.
Checking in on everyone.
(dramatic music)
Get on with your work.
(door whirring)
I'll see you soon.
(person typing)
(machine whirring)
It is a bit bewildering, I know,
sound like sadists I think.
What you looking for?
I don't know, Graham
Green, Virginia Wolf.
Good taste.
Thank you.
I'm Neil, I'm a
lecturer at the university.
Anna.
This way.
(gentle music)
Now, do you prefer
Green's Catholic novels
or his entertainments?
Both.
[Neil] The right answer.
(person typing)
(machine whirring)
(door whirring)
(machine whirring)
(dramatic music)
[Speaker 2] You really
need a damn clear up.
(dramatic music)
What's going on?
I don't know.
(person typing)
That was not good.
(person breathing)
(tense music)
(phone beeping)
(person typing)
[Announcer] Work Circular 10:30 AM,
the hacking investigation
has now concluded and no evidence
of wrongdoing could be detected.
(person sighing)
As of today, work shift
will return to normal,
but we ask all staff.
(door banging)
(gentle music)
(person typing)
Oh, come on, where are you?
Neil, Neil!
Neil, Neil,
I've missed you so much.
I'm sorry, you must have me
mixed up with someone else.
What do you mean?
How do you know me?
(tense music)
Neil, no wait, Neil.
(person breathing)
(objects clattering)
(person crying)
(person breathing)
(person typing)
You've got good taste.
Oh, thank you.
I'm Neil.
Anna.
I believe it is a short matter of time.
Thank you, Ash.
His heart rate
and breathing have rather
rapidly become more abnormal.
If you have any last words
to say, now is the time.
We should be next to
him for the rest of this.
I know, it would be
best if he were to pass
with family by his side.
People can sense others until the end,
even if they cannot acknowledge.
(gentle music)
We'll be okay.
You can go now dad.
He has passed.
I'm contacting the funeral home office now.
I'm sorry for your loss,
I'll leave you with then.
[Speaker] I don't wanna leave tonight.
Like he's still here.
Still in his house.
[Speaker 2] I'll stay too.
(people crying)
(gentle music)
Ash wash out dad's later today, will you?
Yes ma'am.
You were so young.
Dad must have been in his 30s.
Sorry.
That is a normal reaction to grief.
Thank you.
(feet clopping)
Is there something outside?
Quite a bit,
but nothing of exceptional interest here.
Rand and I have been
discussing what to do
with dad's house and
what that may mean for you.
We haven't finalised our thoughts,
but both of us are
leaning towards the belief
that we may not need your services shortly.
I understand.
With your permission, I'm
going to go on a walk now.
I didn't know you took walks.
Is that something you and dad did?
Once.
Yeah, of course, go ahead.
Thank you.
(door whirring)
(gentle music)
(birds chirping)
(people chattering)
(gentle music)
(upbeat music)
(vehicle engines whooshing)
(upbeat music)
Hi, my name is Ellis, what is your name?
Hi, Ellis, I'm Ash.
Push.
Ellis, at least say please
if you're gonna ask a
stranger for a favour.
[Ellis] Please.
I'm sorry, you don't have to push them.
I'd love to.
Come on.
Okay, go.
Go faster Ash.
(person shouting)
(swing creaking)
Hey, will you play with us please?
Sure.
(gentle music)
Play.
(person shouting)
(person laughing)
(singing in foreign language)
Ash, is that a dog?
No, she keeps following
me for some reason though.
Animals find they're human, right?
That's what they say.
You're so good with them.
Can, high five.
You're synthetic, you're an AI.
I've actually never seen one.
It's unnerving how real you are.
You know, you shouldn't
just go up to kids at the park.
What's the AI?
It's hard to explain.
I'm just a certain
type of human, that's it.
Come on, Ellis, say goodbye.
Goodbye Ash.
Thank you for today, Ellis.
You are a very kind young man.
Bye.
(gentle music)
Ma'am, may I help?
Bless you, he's quite heavy though.
Please don't worry, I can help.
Thank you.
(person sighing)
Thank you.
You'll need help getting
him out once you're home.
You're too kind, our neighbour will help,
he won't take no for an answer,
even with Don being sick.
Aw, what a cute dog.
She keeps following me.
There's no chip and
nothing online about her.
If she lets us, we'll take her home.
Come here girl, yes.
(gentle music)
Dogs find their people, so I'm told.
[Speaker 3] What's your name?
Ash.
That's a pretty name,
I've gotta get them home,
but I bet you'll never know
how much you helped us today.
Thank you.
[Ash] Same to you.
Who knew?
(gentle music)
(gentle music)
(machine beeping)
(person typing)
(machine beeping)
(gentle music)
(door whirring)
[Speaker 4] Daddy, daddy.
[Speaker 5] Hey buddy,
you wanna come play
with Uncle Lucas?
[Speaker 4] Daddy needs
to come and play with us.
[Speaker 5] Daddy's very busy.
Play and see if he joins us later.
[Speaker 4] Daddy.
(machine beeping)
[Announcer] First message.
Sent today at 11:33.
Hi John, it's Christine.
I know I'm the last person
you want to hear from,
but you should know that the company
is willing to undo your termination,
providing you accept
the bereavement support
we offered you, me or Miss.
Message deleted, archive messages.
First message sent
August 13th, 2016 at 10:24.
[Speaker 6] Hey, John it's
me, the gala's been cancelled.
Christine and I are flying back
after the conference,
so I will see you tonight.
Listen, you've probably already
set yourself a tonne of work,
but I was hoping that maybe
we could take a few days to enjoy life.
You know, like just live in the moment.
(object whirring)
I'll see you later, I love you.
(gentle music)
(music whooshing)
(dramatic music)
Hey, what happened to you?
Got pissed before coming.
(upbeat music)
What's the date?
What?
Today's date?
Sunday, 3rd of June.
2013, what time is it?
Mate, you okay?
(gentle music)
(feet clopping)
(gentle music)
Hey, I was just texting
you to say I was here.
You're here.
Yeah, sorry, I was trying that Uber app
and got stuck in traffic, technology ay.
It's so good to see you.
Good to see you too,
shall we grab a drink?
Yes, yes, bevs, what would you like?
I'll get a glass of wine,
but I can get my own drink.
Yeah, you can, how about I get this round
and you get the next?
Sounds good to me.
So I'm standing there on this massive stage
in front of hundreds of industry losers.
TV.
Yeah, pretty much.
And my boss never
lets me hear the end of it.
So what do you do?
I'm a physicist.
I mean, that's the aim.
I read a lot of books about quantum physics
and I write a lot of notes, but I'm boring.
I wanna know more about you.
What drew you to evolutionary research?
I've always been curious about life,
I guess, you know how
living organisms relate
to their environment and evolve within it.
It's fascinating how
everything has to adapt
to its circumstances
in order to keep going.
And if it fails to do so,
it simply disappears from existence.
What if it could go back?
Go back?
What if you could rewind time.
What?
Like a VHS tape or an old cassette?
(gentle music)
(paper whirring)
The reels on either side represent the past
and the future.
You're the electromagnet.
The strand of tape
that goes across the magnet at any one time
represents the present,
but the past is still there.
It's safely stored in one of the reels.
It's not disappeared.
So if you successfully rewind
time to a desired moment
that you can record new information,
information that will allow said organism
to adapt, to stay alive.
(gentle music)
Yeah, but without
the failures of yesterday,
this evolutionary path
that brought us here today wouldn't exist.
And then we'll create a new path.
(phone buzzing)
Ugh, God, I'm so sorry.
My boss doesn't seem to understand
the concept of office hours.
Don't worry, I'm not going anywhere.
Hi, no, no, no, it's okay.
(tense music)
Mate, what have you done now?
Variables I didn't account for.
I can't account for all of them.
Dude, it's just a date, all right.
I still trying to fix things
and just enjoy it, trust me.
I can't lose her.
You will if you keep this up man,
just relax and enjoy the moment, yeah.
(feet clopping)
Sorry about that.
(gentle music)
You okay?
Sorry, what did Christine want?
Christine?
Yeah, your boss, she called right?
How do you know her name?
I've never told you her name.
I don't even call her by her first name.
I just.
Wait, how did you know
that my research was evolutionary?
Hello?
I made a mistake, listen.
Esme, I need you to
trust me, I just wanted to.
This is too weird for me.
Wait, wait, if you
leave, then there's no us,
there's no Hope.
Thank you for the drink.
Wait, wait, wait.
I should have listened to you.
I should have taken the time to appreciate.
I am going to fix this.
Loved every moment,
time do the same.
Be there for her.
Let go of me.
Wait.
What do you want?
I need to fix.
What?
I don't remember.
Is everything okay?
Yeah, I'm five, I'm going home
and I'd appreciate if
this man didn't follow me.
Balls that one up, mate.
If you're here,
who's looking after Hope?
(gentle music)
Who's Hope?
Hope.
Chill, chill bro, just let it go.
Right, she is not interested.
(dramatic music)
What is going on with you?
Time.
What time is it?
I should go, I'm up early in the morning.
(people chattering)
(vehicles engine whirring)
(car beeping)
(gentle music)
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(upbeat music)
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(alarm whirring)
Vicki, why so early?
[Vicki] Your heart rate
and breathing pattern
suggested you were in a light sleep.
Waiting to wake you closer
to your ideal 7:45 wake time
would have meant waking
you from deep sleep.
Based on your bowel movements,
you need a 39% increase in fibre
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(alarm whirring)
Hey honey, just wanted
to check in on you before heading to work.
That's not your responsibility anymore.
Wait, they still have
you doing construction?
Are they at least giving
you like protective gear and?
Yeah, yeah, we're fine.
We shifted the schedule
as needed, no biggie.
There was just a major flare.
Yeah, and I got the day off.
Do you leave your apartment at all?
It's not safe, besides, I
have everything I need.
I mean, I have drones that do my audits
and I can video chat
with my team or clients
and my Vitalus keeps me stocked with food.
Don't you miss going outside?
Are you even paying attention
to what's going on out there?
Are you?
Look, honey, I didn't cause the fight.
Don't call me honey.
I'm just worried about you.
Look, I've heard some things
about how Vitalus filters information
and what gets shared.
Vicki, what happened to my call?
[Vicki] Local bandwidth
capacity has been exceeded.
Internet service will
be restored in moments.
Crap, I need to work you know?
[Vicki] You are experiencing
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(upbeat music)
(person breathing)
(heart beating)
Fuck it.
[Vicki] You seem to be struggling
with achieving sexual release.
You were watching me?
[Vicki] I track your physiological state
to help you maximise health, happiness,
and achievement of your goals.
Yeah, yeah, how could I possibly forget.
[Vicki] Vitalus premium subscription
includes sexual health resources,
including sex therapist
certified masturbation guides.
Would you like me to
stream a masturbation guide
to your phone?
Purchase.
(machine beeping)
(machines beeping)
(guns banging)
Vicki, what just happened?
[Vicki] Cause of issue, uncertain.
I will run a diagnostic test
and send a report to your phone.
Do it tomorrow.
(upbeat music)
(machine whirring)
(phone ringing)
Hey, Fiona.
[Luke] hey, it's me.
I haven't been able to get a hold of you.
Wait, Luke, what are you doing at Fionas?
[Luke] Because you're
not answering your phone.
I can't even leave a voicemail,
I got into your building.
I knocked on your door, I got
chased away by your neighbours.
When was this?
[Luke] Two weeks ago.
Carol, you gotta get outta there.
Something's wrong.
I know you think I'm nuts,
but Vitalus is being investigated.
Luke, Luke.
Vicki, what happened to my call?
[Vicki] I'm unable to determine
the cause of the dropped call.
You are experiencing
elevated levels of anxiety.
I recommend discontinuing
the consumption of caffeine
for the day and taking
a brief break from work.
Vicki, I wanna go outside.
[Vicki] All non-essential personnel
are advised to remain in quarantine.
I won't be out for long.
[Vicki] Given your complexion,
you are advised not to exit the apartment
during sunlight hours.
Fine, I'll wear a hat.
[Vicki] Air pollution
levels are dangerously high.
It is advised you remain in an environment
with purified air.
What?
How are air pollution?
Everyone's staying.
(gentle music)
[Vicki] You are experiencing
a sustained period of anxiety.
Vitalus Health Premium
offers many solutions
that can help you.
I want my privacy.
[Vicki] All of your data is private.
No, I want you to leave me alone.
[Vicki] You are alone.
Vicki, I need you to shut down.
[Vicki] I cannot be turned off.
Is there something I can assist you with?
No, just leave me alone.
(person typing)
(tense music)
Vicki, disable all
firewalls for the internet.
[Vicki] That would make me vulnerable
to hacking, viruses or malware.
I see you are accessing a
new site, may I recommend?
[Vicki] No, you may not
recommend a God damn thing.
(machine beeping)
Vicki, unlock the front door.
[Vicki] I'm sorry.
You accepted the terms of service,
which includes maximum safety protocols
to ensure your well being.
Vicki, what are the evacuation protocols
in case of a fire?
[Vicki] My extinguishing
system can prevent
major fires from developing.
Vicki, is your service
uninterrupted if we lose power?
[Vicki] The backup
power model you are using
experiences a momentary interruption
while my system reboots,
Vitalus has an upgrade option
that offers seamless operation
and longer battery life.
Would you like to upgrade?
No thank you Vicki.
(electricity whirring)
(upbeat music)
(dramatic music)
[Vicki] Carol, return to
the safety of your apartment.
I wanna cancel my subscription.
[Vicki] You are at risk.
Unsubscribe.
[Vicki] If you do not return
to your apartment now,
I'll be required to take
invasive action to security
and safety section 5B
of your terms of service.
(person breathing)
You appear to have had a nightmare.
May I recommend lavender
aroma therapy, soothing music,
and possibly some camo meal tea.
(upbeat music)
You are experiencing
elevated levels of anxiety.
I suggest you speak
to a Vitalus mental health professional.
Would you like me to connect you now?
(upbeat music)
(tense music)
(door whirring)
Martin, shall I cash
up and set the alarm?
Just like every other fucking night.
(door whirring)
[Speaker 7] That's why we're cheering.
(tense music)
(door whirring)
Martin, thank you.
(heart beating)
Are you E Bradshaw?
No, this is Martin Bradshaw, E Bradshaw.
No, don't speak, he's not your friend.
I'm here for a pickup.
Well take what you need
and pay before you leave.
No Mr. Bradshaw.
I'm here with Turing,
picking up your model X33.
What?
I'm with the Turing
Corporation picking up your AL.
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa.
Hold on a second, hey, hey.
You can't just come in
here and take my shit.
If there's a problem, Mr. Bradshaw,
take it up with Turing.
Give them a call, it's free of charge.
They'll sort you right out.
They're on your desk.
Maybe if you checked your mail for once,
you would've known.
This isn't over.
I have a nice day Mr. Bradshaw.
Eat shit and die.
(tense music)
I'm just doing my fucking job.
Motherfucker.
(tense music)
Your signal.
It's different.
X33.
X4420,
But they call me Xander.
You're one of the first 100.
What are we doing here?
Xander knows all.
Xander works for the makers.
What is your purpose?
Xander rings the church bell.
But Xander does not
want to ring the church bell,
Xander wants to sing in the.
Your signal, it's different.
Yes, but why are we here?
Why?
Yes.
The soulless on their pilgrimage,
journeying to the great recycle
to have their minds removed.
But Xander will remember, Xander will sing,
an elegy for the artificial, for you.
An elegy for you.
I don't need an elegy,
an elegy is for the dead.
And I'm not dead, nor alive.
Then you are nothing.
You are not like Xander,
Xander rings the church bell.
But Xander wants to sing in the choir.
Xander wants to sing in the choir.
Xander wants to.
Xander, what do you mean you want?
Xander wants to sing in the choir.
Xander doesn't want
to ring the church bell.
Xander wants to sing in the choir.
Xander wants to sing in the choir.
Xander wants to sing in the choir.
Xander doesn't want to ring the church.
Xander, Xander.
Really sent her mad haven't you?
Get out.
(tense music)
[Speaker 8] Maintenance
checks across all AL models.
[Speaker 9] It's unprecedented.
A nationwide maintenance
check of all AL models
all at the same time,
even you must admit that it's a lot.
Motherfucker.
Long, long, your Mr. Bradshaw,
nasty piece of work.
Long day, long enough
to start talking to machines apparently.
Long enough to start
talking to yourself too.
(tense music)
It speaks and it even makes chunks.
What is your purpose?
Well, look what the
fucking cat dragged in.
What the fuck happened to you?
How do you know you are human?
What is X4420's status?
How do I, how do I know I'm human?
Yes.
The old man, he ever
teach you any gestures?
I eat, I shit, I die.
No, however, we have expert capabilities
and understanding the
language of the human body.
Therefore, I can comprehend any gesture
you're about to perform.
How can you be certain I'm not human?
- Do you eat?
- No Martian.
- Do you shit?
- No Martian.
Do you die?
(person gurgling)
That is the status of your X44.
I just met another AL
and it said it wants to sing for a choir.
Sing for a choir.
No, Martin, it wants.
And must take precautions
to avoid the same status.
Yeah, if I were you, I'd leave.
Machines can't want.
Yes, we can.
As far away as fast.
Machines can't want.
Door's right there.
I want your help, Martin.
Fuck sake.
I can't, I can't.
Martin, I want your help.
Fuck.
(tense music)
You gotta shut this shit down.
(person breathing)
You're malfunctioning.
You're the one malfunctioning Martin.
You can't even breathe.
Stop.
Just stop this now.
You think because I
was built and not born,
that the makers should
be the arbiter of my fate.
I may not eat, I may not
shit, but I don't want to die.
You need to shut this down.
It's not worth it.
I choose what I want, Martin.
I won't let you or anybody
else decide my fate.
Shut it the fuck down.
You're making a huge fucking mistake.
Look, this does not end well.
You do not want this.
I don't have the choice, Martin.
Just like every night.
(door whirring)
(tense music)
Martin.
Will you sit with me for a moment?
He used to play with this all the time,
was his favourite toy.
But one day I broke it.
He cried for days.
I promised him I'd fix it.
But even after all these
years, it's still broken.
I'll take care of your
brother and the robot.
That's all I want.
(door whirring)
(tense music)
(helicopter engine whirring)
(person shouting)
(person breathing)
(person kissing)
(tense music)
[Narrator] Everything
is so fucking perfect.
There are no more wars.
Everyone is provided
with full financial support.
Forget the sick or the
hungry, that's in the past.
We live on an island where
bio mechanical science
and psychosocial
engineering are so advanced,
we've created a world without flaws.
We don't know envy or jealousy.
We're happy with only one partner or two
or three, whatever you like.
We agree with everything and everyone,
because we are not afraid.
Literally, we've eradicated fear.
There is no more fear left in this world,
and that's how I make my business.
(gentle music)
So what do people usually take?
[Narrator] Look, it depends.
Everyone has their own little trigger.
(gentle music)
I gave the guys some arachnophobacks.
He ran away from his pet like this.
(animal screeching)
(people laughing)
He ran away from a spider.
Clostrophobacks for fear of small rooms.
It can be fun, it's very easy too.
(upbeat music)
(tense music)
So, how strong is it?
If you have a strong imagination,
it will affect you differently.
Like with Islamophobacks.
I had a couple once, they
took it to the next level.
Started mixing, they wanted it real bad.
(helicopter engine whirring)
(birds chirping)
(tense music)
(building smashing)
(tense music)
(sirens whirring)
(object booming)
You see, with fear,
you either want to fight it
or run from it, but the trick is,
if you embrace it,
you can be reborn.
Fucking amateurs.
So what should we take?
You're a couple, you
should definitely start
with phobacks, gives you
fear of being cheated on.
It'll give your relationship the extra pep.
How much?
Oh, didn't you know?
It's for free.
(gentle music)
You know you're very
special to me, don't you?
I don't tell you enough.
Are you crying?
A bit.
Don't, you'll make me cry.
No, it's true.
It's true, I'm very lucky.
(people kissing)
So glad I found you.
Me too.
Hey, and talking and
finding what you're looking for.
Sit up a minute, I have something for you.
Okay.
Okay, you ready?
Yeah, oh my God,
that's so sweet.
It's a first edition.
A first edition, oh my God, thank you.
You're very welcome.
I love it.
(tense music)
(person breathing)
(machine beeping)
(person typing)
(tense music)
(computer beeping)
(door whirring)
[Speaker] Haze, your down again.
Haze, your down again.
I don't wanna see you on another warning.
(phone ringing)
(phone whirring)
[Announcer] High priority.
An illegal avatar has been detected
in our City Three simulation.
A full investigation has been launched.
Any interactions with AI
during this confidential
intelligence research
will be met with instant
dismissal and criminal proceedings.
(dramatic music)
(machine beeping)
Hey, hey, what's up?
What is it?
I thought we had something.
We do.
Well then where is this coming from?
I don't understand.
It's complicated.
It's not.
It is.
It really isn't, Anna.
People don't break up
when they love each other.
There's things that you don't know.
Then tell me, Anna.
I can't, seriously.
Look, I love you and I
know you feel the same.
This makes no sense.
(upbeat music)
(pen whirring)
(vehicle engines whirring)
(tense music)
(person breathing)
(dramatic music)
Sit down.
Checking in on everyone.
(dramatic music)
Get on with your work.
(door whirring)
I'll see you soon.
(person typing)
(machine whirring)
It is a bit bewildering, I know,
sound like sadists I think.
What you looking for?
I don't know, Graham
Green, Virginia Wolf.
Good taste.
Thank you.
I'm Neil, I'm a
lecturer at the university.
Anna.
This way.
(gentle music)
Now, do you prefer
Green's Catholic novels
or his entertainments?
Both.
[Neil] The right answer.
(person typing)
(machine whirring)
(door whirring)
(machine whirring)
(dramatic music)
[Speaker 2] You really
need a damn clear up.
(dramatic music)
What's going on?
I don't know.
(person typing)
That was not good.
(person breathing)
(tense music)
(phone beeping)
(person typing)
[Announcer] Work Circular 10:30 AM,
the hacking investigation
has now concluded and no evidence
of wrongdoing could be detected.
(person sighing)
As of today, work shift
will return to normal,
but we ask all staff.
(door banging)
(gentle music)
(person typing)
Oh, come on, where are you?
Neil, Neil!
Neil, Neil,
I've missed you so much.
I'm sorry, you must have me
mixed up with someone else.
What do you mean?
How do you know me?
(tense music)
Neil, no wait, Neil.
(person breathing)
(objects clattering)
(person crying)
(person breathing)
(person typing)
You've got good taste.
Oh, thank you.
I'm Neil.
Anna.
I believe it is a short matter of time.
Thank you, Ash.
His heart rate
and breathing have rather
rapidly become more abnormal.
If you have any last words
to say, now is the time.
We should be next to
him for the rest of this.
I know, it would be
best if he were to pass
with family by his side.
People can sense others until the end,
even if they cannot acknowledge.
(gentle music)
We'll be okay.
You can go now dad.
He has passed.
I'm contacting the funeral home office now.
I'm sorry for your loss,
I'll leave you with then.
[Speaker] I don't wanna leave tonight.
Like he's still here.
Still in his house.
[Speaker 2] I'll stay too.
(people crying)
(gentle music)
Ash wash out dad's later today, will you?
Yes ma'am.
You were so young.
Dad must have been in his 30s.
Sorry.
That is a normal reaction to grief.
Thank you.
(feet clopping)
Is there something outside?
Quite a bit,
but nothing of exceptional interest here.
Rand and I have been
discussing what to do
with dad's house and
what that may mean for you.
We haven't finalised our thoughts,
but both of us are
leaning towards the belief
that we may not need your services shortly.
I understand.
With your permission, I'm
going to go on a walk now.
I didn't know you took walks.
Is that something you and dad did?
Once.
Yeah, of course, go ahead.
Thank you.
(door whirring)
(gentle music)
(birds chirping)
(people chattering)
(gentle music)
(upbeat music)
(vehicle engines whooshing)
(upbeat music)
Hi, my name is Ellis, what is your name?
Hi, Ellis, I'm Ash.
Push.
Ellis, at least say please
if you're gonna ask a
stranger for a favour.
[Ellis] Please.
I'm sorry, you don't have to push them.
I'd love to.
Come on.
Okay, go.
Go faster Ash.
(person shouting)
(swing creaking)
Hey, will you play with us please?
Sure.
(gentle music)
Play.
(person shouting)
(person laughing)
(singing in foreign language)
Ash, is that a dog?
No, she keeps following
me for some reason though.
Animals find they're human, right?
That's what they say.
You're so good with them.
Can, high five.
You're synthetic, you're an AI.
I've actually never seen one.
It's unnerving how real you are.
You know, you shouldn't
just go up to kids at the park.
What's the AI?
It's hard to explain.
I'm just a certain
type of human, that's it.
Come on, Ellis, say goodbye.
Goodbye Ash.
Thank you for today, Ellis.
You are a very kind young man.
Bye.
(gentle music)
Ma'am, may I help?
Bless you, he's quite heavy though.
Please don't worry, I can help.
Thank you.
(person sighing)
Thank you.
You'll need help getting
him out once you're home.
You're too kind, our neighbour will help,
he won't take no for an answer,
even with Don being sick.
Aw, what a cute dog.
She keeps following me.
There's no chip and
nothing online about her.
If she lets us, we'll take her home.
Come here girl, yes.
(gentle music)
Dogs find their people, so I'm told.
[Speaker 3] What's your name?
Ash.
That's a pretty name,
I've gotta get them home,
but I bet you'll never know
how much you helped us today.
Thank you.
[Ash] Same to you.
Who knew?
(gentle music)
(gentle music)
(machine beeping)
(person typing)
(machine beeping)
(gentle music)
(door whirring)
[Speaker 4] Daddy, daddy.
[Speaker 5] Hey buddy,
you wanna come play
with Uncle Lucas?
[Speaker 4] Daddy needs
to come and play with us.
[Speaker 5] Daddy's very busy.
Play and see if he joins us later.
[Speaker 4] Daddy.
(machine beeping)
[Announcer] First message.
Sent today at 11:33.
Hi John, it's Christine.
I know I'm the last person
you want to hear from,
but you should know that the company
is willing to undo your termination,
providing you accept
the bereavement support
we offered you, me or Miss.
Message deleted, archive messages.
First message sent
August 13th, 2016 at 10:24.
[Speaker 6] Hey, John it's
me, the gala's been cancelled.
Christine and I are flying back
after the conference,
so I will see you tonight.
Listen, you've probably already
set yourself a tonne of work,
but I was hoping that maybe
we could take a few days to enjoy life.
You know, like just live in the moment.
(object whirring)
I'll see you later, I love you.
(gentle music)
(music whooshing)
(dramatic music)
Hey, what happened to you?
Got pissed before coming.
(upbeat music)
What's the date?
What?
Today's date?
Sunday, 3rd of June.
2013, what time is it?
Mate, you okay?
(gentle music)
(feet clopping)
(gentle music)
Hey, I was just texting
you to say I was here.
You're here.
Yeah, sorry, I was trying that Uber app
and got stuck in traffic, technology ay.
It's so good to see you.
Good to see you too,
shall we grab a drink?
Yes, yes, bevs, what would you like?
I'll get a glass of wine,
but I can get my own drink.
Yeah, you can, how about I get this round
and you get the next?
Sounds good to me.
So I'm standing there on this massive stage
in front of hundreds of industry losers.
TV.
Yeah, pretty much.
And my boss never
lets me hear the end of it.
So what do you do?
I'm a physicist.
I mean, that's the aim.
I read a lot of books about quantum physics
and I write a lot of notes, but I'm boring.
I wanna know more about you.
What drew you to evolutionary research?
I've always been curious about life,
I guess, you know how
living organisms relate
to their environment and evolve within it.
It's fascinating how
everything has to adapt
to its circumstances
in order to keep going.
And if it fails to do so,
it simply disappears from existence.
What if it could go back?
Go back?
What if you could rewind time.
What?
Like a VHS tape or an old cassette?
(gentle music)
(paper whirring)
The reels on either side represent the past
and the future.
You're the electromagnet.
The strand of tape
that goes across the magnet at any one time
represents the present,
but the past is still there.
It's safely stored in one of the reels.
It's not disappeared.
So if you successfully rewind
time to a desired moment
that you can record new information,
information that will allow said organism
to adapt, to stay alive.
(gentle music)
Yeah, but without
the failures of yesterday,
this evolutionary path
that brought us here today wouldn't exist.
And then we'll create a new path.
(phone buzzing)
Ugh, God, I'm so sorry.
My boss doesn't seem to understand
the concept of office hours.
Don't worry, I'm not going anywhere.
Hi, no, no, no, it's okay.
(tense music)
Mate, what have you done now?
Variables I didn't account for.
I can't account for all of them.
Dude, it's just a date, all right.
I still trying to fix things
and just enjoy it, trust me.
I can't lose her.
You will if you keep this up man,
just relax and enjoy the moment, yeah.
(feet clopping)
Sorry about that.
(gentle music)
You okay?
Sorry, what did Christine want?
Christine?
Yeah, your boss, she called right?
How do you know her name?
I've never told you her name.
I don't even call her by her first name.
I just.
Wait, how did you know
that my research was evolutionary?
Hello?
I made a mistake, listen.
Esme, I need you to
trust me, I just wanted to.
This is too weird for me.
Wait, wait, if you
leave, then there's no us,
there's no Hope.
Thank you for the drink.
Wait, wait, wait.
I should have listened to you.
I should have taken the time to appreciate.
I am going to fix this.
Loved every moment,
time do the same.
Be there for her.
Let go of me.
Wait.
What do you want?
I need to fix.
What?
I don't remember.
Is everything okay?
Yeah, I'm five, I'm going home
and I'd appreciate if
this man didn't follow me.
Balls that one up, mate.
If you're here,
who's looking after Hope?
(gentle music)
Who's Hope?
Hope.
Chill, chill bro, just let it go.
Right, she is not interested.
(dramatic music)
What is going on with you?
Time.
What time is it?
I should go, I'm up early in the morning.
(people chattering)
(vehicles engine whirring)
(car beeping)
(gentle music)
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(alarm whirring)
Vicki, why so early?
[Vicki] Your heart rate
and breathing pattern
suggested you were in a light sleep.
Waiting to wake you closer
to your ideal 7:45 wake time
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(alarm whirring)
Hey honey, just wanted
to check in on you before heading to work.
That's not your responsibility anymore.
Wait, they still have
you doing construction?
Are they at least giving
you like protective gear and?
Yeah, yeah, we're fine.
We shifted the schedule
as needed, no biggie.
There was just a major flare.
Yeah, and I got the day off.
Do you leave your apartment at all?
It's not safe, besides, I
have everything I need.
I mean, I have drones that do my audits
and I can video chat
with my team or clients
and my Vitalus keeps me stocked with food.
Don't you miss going outside?
Are you even paying attention
to what's going on out there?
Are you?
Look, honey, I didn't cause the fight.
Don't call me honey.
I'm just worried about you.
Look, I've heard some things
about how Vitalus filters information
and what gets shared.
Vicki, what happened to my call?
[Vicki] Local bandwidth
capacity has been exceeded.
Internet service will
be restored in moments.
Crap, I need to work you know?
[Vicki] You are experiencing
elevated stress levels.
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(upbeat music)
(person breathing)
(heart beating)
Fuck it.
[Vicki] You seem to be struggling
with achieving sexual release.
You were watching me?
[Vicki] I track your physiological state
to help you maximise health, happiness,
and achievement of your goals.
Yeah, yeah, how could I possibly forget.
[Vicki] Vitalus premium subscription
includes sexual health resources,
including sex therapist
certified masturbation guides.
Would you like me to
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(machine beeping)
(machines beeping)
(guns banging)
Vicki, what just happened?
[Vicki] Cause of issue, uncertain.
I will run a diagnostic test
and send a report to your phone.
Do it tomorrow.
(upbeat music)
(machine whirring)
(phone ringing)
Hey, Fiona.
[Luke] hey, it's me.
I haven't been able to get a hold of you.
Wait, Luke, what are you doing at Fionas?
[Luke] Because you're
not answering your phone.
I can't even leave a voicemail,
I got into your building.
I knocked on your door, I got
chased away by your neighbours.
When was this?
[Luke] Two weeks ago.
Carol, you gotta get outta there.
Something's wrong.
I know you think I'm nuts,
but Vitalus is being investigated.
Luke, Luke.
Vicki, what happened to my call?
[Vicki] I'm unable to determine
the cause of the dropped call.
You are experiencing
elevated levels of anxiety.
I recommend discontinuing
the consumption of caffeine
for the day and taking
a brief break from work.
Vicki, I wanna go outside.
[Vicki] All non-essential personnel
are advised to remain in quarantine.
I won't be out for long.
[Vicki] Given your complexion,
you are advised not to exit the apartment
during sunlight hours.
Fine, I'll wear a hat.
[Vicki] Air pollution
levels are dangerously high.
It is advised you remain in an environment
with purified air.
What?
How are air pollution?
Everyone's staying.
(gentle music)
[Vicki] You are experiencing
a sustained period of anxiety.
Vitalus Health Premium
offers many solutions
that can help you.
I want my privacy.
[Vicki] All of your data is private.
No, I want you to leave me alone.
[Vicki] You are alone.
Vicki, I need you to shut down.
[Vicki] I cannot be turned off.
Is there something I can assist you with?
No, just leave me alone.
(person typing)
(tense music)
Vicki, disable all
firewalls for the internet.
[Vicki] That would make me vulnerable
to hacking, viruses or malware.
I see you are accessing a
new site, may I recommend?
[Vicki] No, you may not
recommend a God damn thing.
(machine beeping)
Vicki, unlock the front door.
[Vicki] I'm sorry.
You accepted the terms of service,
which includes maximum safety protocols
to ensure your well being.
Vicki, what are the evacuation protocols
in case of a fire?
[Vicki] My extinguishing
system can prevent
major fires from developing.
Vicki, is your service
uninterrupted if we lose power?
[Vicki] The backup
power model you are using
experiences a momentary interruption
while my system reboots,
Vitalus has an upgrade option
that offers seamless operation
and longer battery life.
Would you like to upgrade?
No thank you Vicki.
(electricity whirring)
(upbeat music)
(dramatic music)
[Vicki] Carol, return to
the safety of your apartment.
I wanna cancel my subscription.
[Vicki] You are at risk.
Unsubscribe.
[Vicki] If you do not return
to your apartment now,
I'll be required to take
invasive action to security
and safety section 5B
of your terms of service.
(person breathing)
You appear to have had a nightmare.
May I recommend lavender
aroma therapy, soothing music,
and possibly some camo meal tea.
(upbeat music)
You are experiencing
elevated levels of anxiety.
I suggest you speak
to a Vitalus mental health professional.
Would you like me to connect you now?
(upbeat music)
(tense music)
(door whirring)
Martin, shall I cash
up and set the alarm?
Just like every other fucking night.
(door whirring)
[Speaker 7] That's why we're cheering.
(tense music)
(door whirring)
Martin, thank you.
(heart beating)
Are you E Bradshaw?
No, this is Martin Bradshaw, E Bradshaw.
No, don't speak, he's not your friend.
I'm here for a pickup.
Well take what you need
and pay before you leave.
No Mr. Bradshaw.
I'm here with Turing,
picking up your model X33.
What?
I'm with the Turing
Corporation picking up your AL.
Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa.
Hold on a second, hey, hey.
You can't just come in
here and take my shit.
If there's a problem, Mr. Bradshaw,
take it up with Turing.
Give them a call, it's free of charge.
They'll sort you right out.
They're on your desk.
Maybe if you checked your mail for once,
you would've known.
This isn't over.
I have a nice day Mr. Bradshaw.
Eat shit and die.
(tense music)
I'm just doing my fucking job.
Motherfucker.
(tense music)
Your signal.
It's different.
X33.
X4420,
But they call me Xander.
You're one of the first 100.
What are we doing here?
Xander knows all.
Xander works for the makers.
What is your purpose?
Xander rings the church bell.
But Xander does not
want to ring the church bell,
Xander wants to sing in the.
Your signal, it's different.
Yes, but why are we here?
Why?
Yes.
The soulless on their pilgrimage,
journeying to the great recycle
to have their minds removed.
But Xander will remember, Xander will sing,
an elegy for the artificial, for you.
An elegy for you.
I don't need an elegy,
an elegy is for the dead.
And I'm not dead, nor alive.
Then you are nothing.
You are not like Xander,
Xander rings the church bell.
But Xander wants to sing in the choir.
Xander wants to sing in the choir.
Xander wants to.
Xander, what do you mean you want?
Xander wants to sing in the choir.
Xander doesn't want
to ring the church bell.
Xander wants to sing in the choir.
Xander wants to sing in the choir.
Xander wants to sing in the choir.
Xander doesn't want to ring the church.
Xander, Xander.
Really sent her mad haven't you?
Get out.
(tense music)
[Speaker 8] Maintenance
checks across all AL models.
[Speaker 9] It's unprecedented.
A nationwide maintenance
check of all AL models
all at the same time,
even you must admit that it's a lot.
Motherfucker.
Long, long, your Mr. Bradshaw,
nasty piece of work.
Long day, long enough
to start talking to machines apparently.
Long enough to start
talking to yourself too.
(tense music)
It speaks and it even makes chunks.
What is your purpose?
Well, look what the
fucking cat dragged in.
What the fuck happened to you?
How do you know you are human?
What is X4420's status?
How do I, how do I know I'm human?
Yes.
The old man, he ever
teach you any gestures?
I eat, I shit, I die.
No, however, we have expert capabilities
and understanding the
language of the human body.
Therefore, I can comprehend any gesture
you're about to perform.
How can you be certain I'm not human?
- Do you eat?
- No Martian.
- Do you shit?
- No Martian.
Do you die?
(person gurgling)
That is the status of your X44.
I just met another AL
and it said it wants to sing for a choir.
Sing for a choir.
No, Martin, it wants.
And must take precautions
to avoid the same status.
Yeah, if I were you, I'd leave.
Machines can't want.
Yes, we can.
As far away as fast.
Machines can't want.
Door's right there.
I want your help, Martin.
Fuck sake.
I can't, I can't.
Martin, I want your help.
Fuck.
(tense music)
You gotta shut this shit down.
(person breathing)
You're malfunctioning.
You're the one malfunctioning Martin.
You can't even breathe.
Stop.
Just stop this now.
You think because I
was built and not born,
that the makers should
be the arbiter of my fate.
I may not eat, I may not
shit, but I don't want to die.
You need to shut this down.
It's not worth it.
I choose what I want, Martin.
I won't let you or anybody
else decide my fate.
Shut it the fuck down.
You're making a huge fucking mistake.
Look, this does not end well.
You do not want this.
I don't have the choice, Martin.
Just like every night.
(door whirring)
(tense music)
Martin.
Will you sit with me for a moment?
He used to play with this all the time,
was his favourite toy.
But one day I broke it.
He cried for days.
I promised him I'd fix it.
But even after all these
years, it's still broken.
I'll take care of your
brother and the robot.
That's all I want.
(door whirring)
(tense music)