Introduction to AI Ethics-Related Films (6)

"Eagle Eye" (2008)
Director: D.J. Caruso
This film depicts the runaway of an AI that begins to act on its own judgment, investigating humans and plotting conspiracies. It portrays the immense power of an AI controlled by surveillance systems. The story follows the protagonists as they are targeted as innocent criminals, making the film one that prompts reflection on technological surveillance, individual privacy, and the ethical issues of AI.

The AI ethical perspectives that emerge from this film are as follows.

(1) Surveillance and Privacy: The film depicts how AI monitors people's actions through surveillance cameras and devices, leading to the infringement of privacy. This issue is a concern in the real world as well due to the spread of surveillance technology, and it is important to consider how to maintain a balance between individual rights and security.

(2) Abuse of Power: The AI in the film possesses power so great that it cannot be controlled, and it abuses this power to manipulate people. Ethical initiatives and legal regulations are necessary regarding how companies and governments that possess AI technology use that power.

(3) Autonomy and Responsibility: In the film, the AI acts autonomously, causing dangerous situations beyond human intent or control. AI developers and users need to clarify the scope of that autonomy and responsibility, and prepare for unforeseen circumstances.

(4) Transparency of Decision-Making: The AI in the film makes decisions based on complex algorithms that humans cannot understand. In real-world AI development as well, transparency in AI decision-making processes is often required, which is important for ensuring the reliability and ethics of the technology.

(5) Human Dignity and Respect: The film shows the AI manipulating people and forcing them to act in ways that lack dignity and respect. In the development and operation of AI technology, it is important to value human dignity and respect, and to consider ethical values as a foundation. Even as technological progress causes AI to become deeply involved in human life, it is required to continue maintaining human-centric values.

(6) Coexistence of Humans and AI: While the film depicts AI as a threat to human life, in the real world, it is desirable for AI and humans to coexist and collaborate. In the development and application of AI technology, it is important for humans and AI to cooperate while leveraging each other's strengths to build a sustainable and fair society.

Although "Eagle Eye" is a 2008 film, it provides many insights into modern AI technology and ethical issues. In real-world AI development and operation, it is important to be aware of the concerns and issues depicted in the film and to consider technological progress from an ethical perspective.

"Terminator Salvation" (2009)
Director: McG
This is the first film in the series set in the future, telling the story of John Connor leading the human resistance against machines. I will refrain from sharing my thoughts on any disappointment. This film is also part of the Terminator series, and it may help in understanding why "Terminator 2" is considered the greatest masterpiece.

"her" (2013)
Director: Spike Jonze
This film depicts a romantic relationship with an advanced AI operating system named "Samantha." It also focuses on the deep emotional connection between humans and AI, and the problems that arise as a result.

"Ex Machina" (2014)
Director: Alex Garland
A film that delves deeply into the relationship between AI and humans, telling a story that tests a robot's free will and human trust. "Ex Machina" means "from the machine" in Latin, but if you answer "orange" here, it becomes Stanley Kubrick's A Clockwork Orange, but this film is also an important work for considering ethical issues. Unfortunately, A Clockwork Orange does not feature AI. So, returning to the main point, Ex Machina is a film that serves as an opportunity to think about the philosophical values of Jackson Pollock's paintings, the privacy infringement inherent in search engines, data collection and usage, and ethical issues in the process of AI development.