COMPANION Has a Great Premise But Doesn’t Do Enough With It

This Nerdist article reviews the science fiction thriller "Companion," starring Sophie Thatcher and Jack Quaid. The film, a directorial debut from Drew Hancock, is praised for its inventive premise and strong performances, particularly by Thatcher, who plays a young woman struggling with loneliness and isolation who encounters a mysterious AI companion. The reviewer highlights the film's effective blend of psychological tension, body horror, and social commentary on the dangers of unchecked technological advancement and the search for connection. While the ending is noted as being slightly weaker than the build-up, the overall experience is considered engaging, thought-provoking, and a promising debut for Hancock. In short, "Companion" is a compelling sci-fi thriller that utilizes its central mystery and complex characters to explore deeper themes of isolation and the potential pitfalls of artificial intelligence.

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