This film, "Companion," feels like a modern update of Michael Crichton's "Westworld" from 1973. The advancements in artificial intelligence have reached a point where people might soon be able to purchase companions designed for any purpose—however disturbing that prospect may seem. It’s hard to shake the feeling of unease about having one of these things in your home. If you aren't bothered by that concept now, perh…

Companion evokes the feeling of an unusually lengthy and unsettling episode of Black Mirror. There's a similar atmosphere present—a combination of futuristic technology, stylish aesthetics, and digital anxiety. Things seem fine on the surface, but something feels fundamentally wrong underneath. Where Black Mirror often takes a step back to observe the potential for darkness in technological advancements, Companion de…

“Companion” initially appears to be another horror movie about a vacation gone wrong, but that’s misleading. Drew Hancock, who wrote and directed the film, has created a genuinely enjoyable and gripping story combining slasher elements, science fiction concepts dealing with existence, and a pointed feminist perspective into an entertaining and thought-provoking experience filled with bloodshed. It's far from your typ…

Companion (2025) joins the crowded field of films centered around artificial intelligence gone awry, though it does attempt some fresh approaches. The narrative is agreeable, maintaining engagement without feeling overly lengthy, even if it relies on many familiar plot points. The way the AI creates a problem offers a welcome variation, but ultimately doesn’t alter the expected resolution. While the final confrontati…

The story begins with "Iris" (Sophie Thatcher) and her boyfriend, "Josh" (Jack Quaid), driving to the secluded home of wealthy man "Sergey" (Rupert Friend), where he’s meeting friends. She feels uncomfortable around his group, believing they look down on her, though he attempts to comfort her. Upon arrival, we encounter "Kat" (Megan Suri) and the seemingly devoted couple "Eli" (Harvey Guillén) and "Patrick" (Lukas Ga…

I really liked *Companion*! I unexpectedly knew some of what this movie was about because of the trailers—I didn’t even go looking for them, but somehow I still picked up on the premise. Fortunately, it wasn't a problem since the film reveals its central idea pretty early on. Initially, I worried that knowing too much would be an issue, and though it runs just ninety minutes, I questioned whether there was enough…

While "Companion" doesn’t necessarily break new ground within its established style, Drew Hancock’s distinctive approach to a well-worn idea, combined with skillful filmmaking, creates an absorbing experience—particularly if you can steer clear of the trailers that give away too much. The combination of different moods, a disturbing feeling throughout, and thoughtful examination of difficult subjects such as traum…