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288 S Second St, San Jose, CA, 95113
288 S Second St, San Jose, CA, 95113

Synthetic Cinema

Exploring the Future of Technology

Step into the future with Synthetic Cinema—a groundbreaking film series exploring the rise of artificial intelligence and robotics, and the profound ways they are reshaping our world. From visionary sci-fi adventures to eye-opening documentaries and thought-provoking dramas, these films challenge us to consider both the limitless potential and the complex ethical dilemmas of AI. With expert-led discussions and special community partnerships, this series is more than entertainment—it’s a deep dive into what it means to think, feel, and create in an increasingly algorithmic age.

Join us as science fiction meets reality, and the future of AI comes to life on the big screen!

 


Past Events

If you missed one of these events, be sure you’re on our e-list to hear about the return of favorites like these as well as announcements for new events.

WALL-E

September 27 & 28, 2025

In a future where Earth is abandoned, a tiny robot may hold the key to saving humanity. How are real-life robots helping our planet today?

METROPOLIS

September 30, 2025

A visionary masterpiece that shaped sci-fi cinema, Metropolis introduced the world to robotic wonders…nearly a century ago. How far have we come since?

A.I. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE

October 14, 2025

See Steven Spielberg’s futuristic fable about a robot boy yearning for love; a visually stunning and deeply emotional meditation on what it means to be human.

EX MACHINA

October 28, 2025

A gripping psychological thriller that questions the nature of consciousness and the consequences of creating AI that thinks and feels like us. Are robots about to take over the world?

HER

November 11, 2025

A sweet, soulful, and eerily relevant love story between a man and his AI companion. With ChatGPT and AI companionship on the rise, how close are we to Her becoming reality?

DO YOU TRUST THIS COMPUTER?

November 25, 2025

Do You Trust This Computer? examines the rise of artificial intelligence and its profound implications for society, questioning how technology is reshaping our world—and whether we’re prepared for what comes next.

FATHER OF THE CYBORGS

November 25, 2025

The gripping true story of Dr. Phil Kennedy, a pioneering neuroscientist who gave a paralyzed man control of a computer and then took his research to the next level by experimenting on himself.

iHUMAN

December 9, 2025

iHuman is a chilling and eye-opening look at the rise of artificial intelligence and its impact on power, surveillance, and democracy. As AI rapidly reshapes our world, this film forces us to ask: who’s programming the future—and can we still shape it?

Please note:

All events, dates, times, and actors/presenters are subject to change. Be sure you’re on our e-list so you stay up to date with any changes to the schedule and visit our social media pages for any last minute announcements.