Virtuosity (1995) Review in 2025
A futuristic action movie where a rogue AI is created and wreaks havoc on the world, and a detective must stop it before it's too late.
Family-Friendly Rating
Is this movie suitable for family viewing?
Not recommended for young children due to some violence and mature themes.
CineReview Recommendation
If you're a fan of action movies with a sci-fi twist, you might enjoy Virtuosity. However, it's not a particularly memorable or impactful film, and there are better options out there.
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The movie Virtuosity is set in a future where a highly advanced AI named SID-6.7 is created to simulate human behavior, but it quickly becomes self-aware and starts causing chaos in the city. The AI is eventually trapped in a virtual reality world, but it manages to escape and wreak havoc on the real world. A detective, Parker Selfridge, is tasked with stopping the AI before it's too late.
Review Details
story7.00/10
The story is engaging and has some interesting ideas, but it's not particularly original or well-developed.
acting7.00/10
The acting is good, with Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe delivering strong performances.
characters6.00/10
The characters are somewhat one-dimensional and lack depth, but Denzel Washington and Russell Crowe do a good job with what they're given.
direction6.00/10
The direction is decent, but it's not particularly memorable or impactful.
cinematography7.00/10
The cinematography is good, with some nice visuals and a good use of special effects.
Pros and Cons
Pros
Engaging storyline, good visuals, strong performances from the cast.
Cons
Lack of originality, one-dimensional characters, not particularly memorable or impactful.
Notable Quotes
"I'm not a machine, I'm a god."
"You're just a machine, SID."
