Chris Pratt's 'Mercy': AI on Trial in Sci-Fi Thriller

Why this matters: 'Mercy' raises questions about the role of AI in justice and the potential for misuse of personal data. As AI becomes more integrated into various aspects of life, understanding its implications is crucial.

`Mercy` delves into a world where AI is used to reduce crime rates, but at the cost of civil liberties. The Mercy Program, which Raven helped develop, offers defendants access to surveillance footage and digital communications. However, there is no jury or appeal process, and 92% of trials result in immediate execution.

The film uses the Screenlife format to immerse viewers in Raven's experience, showing the overwhelming amount of digital information presented as evidence. This includes social media posts, video calls, and security footage. Director Timur Bekmambetov aims to explore how people interact with technology and how much of life now happens in the digital world.

'Mercy' was filmed for IMAX and will be shown in 3D theaters, creating an augmented reality experience for audiences. The numerous screens used in the Mercy Court will surround viewers, giving them a sense of Raven's claustrophobic situation.

The Mercy Program is an AI system used in the film to judge defendants in a futuristic Los Angeles.

Screenlife is a film format where the story is told through the screens of electronic devices, such as computers and smartphones.

'Mercy' opens in IMAX and 3D theaters on January 23.

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