Ctrl Movie Review: An AI Awareness Film or Just Average Entertainment?
The film “Ctrl,” with a runtime of just 1 hour and 37 minutes, is currently streaming online, also available in Telugu. After watching it, it feels less like a mini-film and more like an awareness video highlighting the dangers of Artificial Intelligence (AI). In terms of entertainment and engagement, it’s an average watch, with only the last half-hour standing out as good and informative.
The Story of Ctrl
The basic storyline revolves around Nela, alias Ananya Panday, a famous YouTuber who experiences a breakup after a five-year relationship. To cope with the pain, she stumbles upon a random comment and signs up on an Artificial Intelligence website called “Ctrl.” The story then follows her discussions with the AI avatar and the subsequent events that unfold.
Performances & Thematic Impact
One of the significant plus points is witnessing Ananya Panday’s performance at such a high level for the first time. However, the film’s main strength lies in its attempt to convey the dangers of AI to the present generation and in current situations, a message that resonated well.
Technical Aspects
Regarding the technical aspects, the editing stands out, particularly in showcasing social media sites, AI tools with numerous animations, and website navigation. The music is described as just okay. Both the cinematography and the Telugu dubbing, however, are noted as very good.
Where Ctrl Falls Short
On the downside, the film suffers from a rushed climax and numerous dragged portions. Repeated scenes, such as the protagonist talking to the AI and the AI removing a person from photos, occur frequently. At one point, it even felt like the narrative could have been sufficiently conveyed as a short film. Throughout the movie, viewers are often left reading messages displayed on screen rather than engaging with dialogues.
Is Ctrl Worth Watching? (Final Verdict)
Ultimately, if you wish to understand the potential dangers of AI, “Ctrl” can be given a try, serving primarily as an awareness piece. However, it does not offer high levels of entertainment or engagement. Based on this perspective, the movie receives a rating of 2.5 out of 5.
