AI might be watching you, but here are some ways you can watch AI — in movies and on TV

As artificial intelligence (AI) becomes more prevalent, movies and TV shows have long explored its potential impact on the world. Films like “The Terminator” and “2001: A Space Odyssey” have depicted AI as a powerful force, sometimes leading to catastrophic outcomes. In “The Terminator,” a sentient military system named Skynet triggers a nuclear apocalypse, while “2001: A Space Odyssey” features HAL 9000, an AI that turns against astronauts. On a lighter note, “WALL-E” presents a future where AI controls humanity, but hope and love eventually prevail. Not all portrayals are negative; “War Games” shows a teenage hacker nearly causing World War III, highlighting the importance of understanding technology’s power. These stories reflect society’s fascination and concern with AI’s role in our future. QUESTION: How might the portrayal of AI in movies influence our perception and development of real-world AI technologies?