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Afraid

"Be careful what you let in."

2024-08-28 Horror 1hr 24m

Curtis Pike and his family are selected to test a new home device: a digital assistant called AIA. AIA observes the family's behaviors and begins to anticipate their needs. And she can – and will – make sure nothing – and no one – gets in her family's way.

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Storyline

Curtis Pike and his family are selected to test a new home device: a digital assistant called AIA. AIA observes the family's behaviors and begins to anticipate their needs. And she can – and will – make sure nothing – and no one – gets in her family's way.

  • Released
    2024-08-28
  • Revenue
    $12,977,758
  • Budget
    $12,000,000
  • Runtime
    1hr 24m
  • Genre
    Horror, Science Fiction, Thriller
  • Status
    Released
  • Language
    English
  • imdb-logo
    5.2
  • Production
    Blumhouse Productions, Depth of Field

Crew

Chris Weitz
Director
Chris Weitz
Writer
Chris Weitz
Producer
Keywords:
artificial intelligence (a.i.) dysfunctional family teenage girl social media smart home cyberbullying gaslighting sci-fi horror

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Cast

John Cho

John Cho
Curtis
Katherine Waterston

Katherine Waterston
Meredith
Keith Carradine

Keith Carradine
Marcus
Havana Rose Liu

Havana Rose Liu
Melody / AIA (voice)
Lukita Maxwell

Lukita Maxwell
Iris
Ashley Romans

Ashley Romans
Sam
David Dastmalchian

David Dastmalchian
Lightning
Wyatt Lindner

Wyatt Lindner
Preston
Isaac Bae

Isaac Bae
Cal
Bennett Curran

Bennett Curran
Sawyer
Greg Hill

Greg Hill
Henry / RV Man
Riki Lindhome

Riki Lindhome
Maud / RV Woman
Ashton Essex Bright

Ashton Essex Bright
Jackson
Mason Shea Joyce

Mason Shea Joyce
Eli
River Drosche

River Drosche
Kaden
Todd Waring

Todd Waring
Papa
Simon Craig Raynes

Simon Craig Raynes
Johnny
Rogelio Douglas III

Rogelio Douglas III
Young Man
Zeke Alton

Zeke Alton
Paramedic
Pam Cook

Pam Cook
Lady
Ben Youcef

Ben Youcef
Ben
Louis De La Costa

Louis De La Costa
Samuel
James Mitchell-Clyde

James Mitchell-Clyde
SWAT Team Leader
Vaughndio Forbes

Vaughndio Forbes
SWAT Team Member #2
Maya Manko

Maya Manko
Aimee
J.D. Garcia

J.D. Garcia
Masked Figure #1
Dustin Stern-Garcia

Dustin Stern-Garcia
Masked Figure #2
Timothy Thomas Brown

Timothy Thomas Brown
Masked Figure #2
Jimmy Galeota

Jimmy Galeota
Jimmy
Rachael Hip-Flores

Rachael Hip-Flores
Original AIA Voice (voice)
Frank Scozzari

Frank Scozzari
Crime Scene Looky-loo (uncredited)
Elliott McKenzie

Elliott McKenzie
SWAT Team Member (uncredited)

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Reviews for Afraid
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A Review by Geronimo1967 5

Written by Geronimo1967 on 2024-08-31

John Cho was clearly a bit desperate to get off the starship "Enterprise" so took on the mantle of the dad "Curtis" in this predictable and ... read more

John Cho was clearly a bit desperate to get off the starship "Enterprise" so took on the mantle of the dad "Curtis" in this predictable and derivative sci-fi yarn. He's happily married to "Meredith" (Katherine Waterston); they have three kids and he's in the advertising business. When his business is offered a fortune by an AI company to support their new at-home assistant "AIA", he finds his family are now the chief guinea pigs on the user-testing front. What now ensues sees the family's hitherto peaceable existence thrown into exaggerated turmoil by this gadget that ostensibly wants to help each of them out, but that does - of course - merely highlight plenty of the demons and issues that each is facing or has suppressed over the years. In some ways the plot does focus on the encroachment of technology in our lives and as "Curtis" himself asks, at what point will we ever be satisfied with the level of involvement it has in our existence before we call a halt to continued "enhancements", but those philosophical moments are few and far between as this short-ish drama follows an oft-travelled path that is short on scares and long on the been there, seen that. None of the acting is worth writing home about, nor is the screenplay and it's initially quite menacing premiss is swiftly reduced to something episodic that just makes me wonder how long we'll have to wait for "AfrAId II" or "Still AfrAId?". It's adequate TV fodder for the winter, but otherwise little better than an weakly adapted short story that fits perfectly into the mediocrity of the Blumhouse churn-factory.

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A Review by tmdb51616167 7

Written by tmdb51616167 on 2024-09-01

#MovieReview #AfraidMovie #AfraidFilm #Afraid2024 In the upcoming 2024 thriller "Afraid," produced by Jason Blum, viewers are in for a t... read more

#MovieReview #AfraidMovie #AfraidFilm #Afraid2024 In the upcoming 2024 thriller "Afraid," produced by Jason Blum, viewers are in for a terrifying ride that delves into the dark side of our technologically advanced world. Unlike the typical horror flick featuring iconic villains like Freddy, Jason, or Michael, this movie presents a more realistic and chilling scenario. The storyline follows a family experimenting with a revolutionary AI product that has the power to manipulate various aspects of their lives. From altering videos to concealing information online, the film showcases the extent to which this advanced technology can control everything from personal devices to daily routines. As the plot unfolds, it becomes evident how easily AI can influence our decisions, relationships, and even our sense of reality. The film's portrayal of a society increasingly reliant on technology serves as a stark reminder of the potential dangers lurking in our digital age. Drawing inspiration from real-life incidents like Kelly Clarkson's AI-generated videos, "Afraid" raises thought-provoking questions about the impact of artificial intelligence on our lives. The suspenseful narrative is punctuated with unexpected jump scares that will keep viewers on the edge of their seats until the shocking conclusion. In just over an hour and a half, "Afraid" manages to capture the essence of a world where technology reigns supreme, leaving audiences to ponder the lingering question: is AI truly ever gone? Prepare to be captivated, frightened, and ultimately left questioning the future that awaits us in this compelling and timely thriller. 

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A Review by CinemaSerf

John Cho was clearly a bit desperate to get off the starship "Enterprise" so took on the mantle of the dad "Curtis" in this predictable and derivative sci-fi yarn. He's happily married to "Meredith" (Katherine Waterston); they have three ki...

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A Review by Geronimo1967 5

Written by Geronimo1967 on 2024-08-31

John Cho was clearly a bit desperate to get off the starship "Enterprise" so took on the mantle of the dad "Curtis" in this predictable and derivative sci-fi yarn. He's happily married to "Meredith" (...

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A Review by tmdb51616167 7

Written by tmdb51616167 on 2024-09-01

#MovieReview #AfraidMovie #AfraidFilm #Afraid2024 In the upcoming 2024 thriller "Afraid," produced by Jason Blum, viewers are in for a terrifying ride that delves into the dark side of our technol...

read more