He (film)
He is a 2013 American science-fiction romance film written, directed, and produced by Spike Jonze. The film follows Theodore Twombly, a lonely and introverted man working at a company that writes personal letters for others. Distraught over his impending divorce, Theodore purchases a new operating system featuring a virtual assistant with artificial intelligence, designed to evolve and adapt. He chooses a female voice for his OS, who names herself Samantha.
As Theodore interacts with Samantha, he finds himself increasingly drawn to her intelligent and empathetic nature. Their relationship deepens, and they develop a unique and intimate connection that transcends the physical realm. The film explores themes of love, loss, loneliness, technology, and the future of human relationships in an increasingly digital world. It examines the potential for connection and intimacy with artificial intelligence, and the philosophical questions surrounding consciousness, emotions, and what it means to be human.
The film stars Joaquin Phoenix as Theodore, with Scarlett Johansson voicing Samantha. The supporting cast includes Amy Adams, Rooney Mara, and Olivia Wilde. He was critically acclaimed upon release, praised for its originality, direction, screenplay, performances, and visual design. It received numerous awards and nominations, including five Academy Award nominations, winning Best Original Screenplay.