The Pod Generation
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A New York couple, Rachel (Emilia Clarke) and Alvy (Chiwetel Ejiofor), live in a not-so-distant future where technology provides ever-more convenient living. A rising tech company executive, Rachel lands a coveted spot at the Womb Center, which offers couples a convenient (and shareable) maternity by way of detachable artificial wombs, or pods. But Alvy, a botanist with an affection for nature, prefers a natural pregnancy. And yet, as Rachel’s AI therapist puts it, why is that “natural?” So begins the tech-paved path to parenthood.
Cast
- Emilia Clarke
- Chiwetel Ejiofor
- Vinette Robinson
- Veerle Dejaeger
- Lamara Strijdhaftig
- Emma De Poot
- Kyoung Her
- Karel Van Cutsem
- Nilson David
- Bernard Gallant
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- Jan 22, 2023
"it would be bad to gestate a baby in a plastic egg that u control with an app" ok ty for telling me that
David SimsSep 4, 2023I wish the themes in this movie were explored further and with more consequence. I still rather enjoyed it nonetheless.
elvisthealienJan 20, 2023He was a botanist, she worked at futuristic Amazon. Can I make it any more obvious?
Allanah ❤️🔥 - Jan 21, 2023
like a black mirror episode if it were feature length and oddly optimistic
jourdain searlesAug 31, 2023Plenty of interesting ideas, sci-fi world building and solid performances from Chiwitel Ejiofor and Emilia Clarke make this a watchable diversion. However, the idea presented could have a used a bit longer gestation period before being let out of the pod. The overarching…
Kevflix And ChillJan 19, 2023Emilia Clarke is delightful
Amanda the Jedi - Sep 4, 2023
I don't know man. If the egg hatches into a dragon, I should like it even more. 🐉👑 #got
RealkinoshitJan 19, 2023this was just the first movie I ever watched at Sundance 🥲
ReeceAug 30, 2023"The Pod Generation" is a film that explores a dystopian future where humanity has the possibility of having a child in a pod. Although the film presents some intriguing concepts, they fail a lot to deliver a truly immersive and cohesive narrative.One of the strengths of…
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- Hellen is "meh" onThe Pod Generation
Not bad but definitely not good! The whole movie felt like build up to a climax that never came. Nothing really happens and honestly now that I’m finished I’m just kinda left with the feeling that this was a waste of time. Does include some social commentary which had the potential to be…
grace likedThe Pod Generationfascinating insight on how corporations have sold motherhood & children back to us, going against nature & deep connection with our children. first 40 or so minutes really had me thinking about the politics & sociological impacts of that, but the story really fell off after that
Syaf likedThe Pod GenerationIt reminds me of black mirror!! However, I find it weird. The fact that the baby develops in the pod🤔
- lainey likedThe Pod Generation
this really made me think; mostly about the daunting horrors of AI, but also about how capitalism will eventually horde every single fathomable thing behind a paywall if left unregulated. i will say i agree with the consensus that this fell a bit short on making the commentary it set out to make,…
abi is "meh" onThe Pod Generationhonestly thought the creators could’ve done a lot better of a movie with this idea, it lowkey just got weirder and weirder as the movie went on, i could only watch it while i was doing other things as it was that disengaging and overall was just not that interesting unfortunately
Smiles lovedThe Pod GenerationThis movie did an amazing job at portraying the conflict with AI running our world and throughout goes over very important topics when it comes to reproduction. It's very eye-opening and feels like ot could happen in the next couple of years. I would recommend watching.
- andy is "meh" onThe Pod Generation
Just…weird vibes. Seems quite a dystopian setup (although likelihood is humanity will be at that stage at some point) but more could definitely have been done with the concept, it kind of falls a bit flat. Also the outdated psychology and Freud reminders pissed me off.
Your Movie Advisor likedThe Pod GenerationThis was actually very cute, and I liked the idea of “The Womb” as well as the screenplay with all the details and ideas behind the comedy. The ending was lovely as well. Made me appreciate pregnancy and the bonding of the new family overall 💕
alex likedThe Pod Generationi really enjoyed it while watching it, but looking back it was a great idea with good execution, but it really had no purpose (which i don’t hate) i think they should’ve gone deeper in and they missed an opportunity, but i really enjoyed it
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Metacritic
Aug 17, 2023
Part sci-fi satire, part futuristic dramedy, and almost entirely sterile, The Pod Generation seeks to make lofty comments about our world, and the politics of women’s and workers’ autonomy. However, it scarcely has anything to offer beyond the sleek technological designs it tries and fails to critique.
Siddhant Adlakha
IGN
Jan 26, 2023
The Pod Generation is a science-fiction film with something to say and forces us to confront our future by asking questions. Just because we can screw around with biology, should we? Sophie Barthes’ futuristic tale is worth watching just for the conversation that’s bound to happen afterward.
Alan Ng
Film Threat
Neither as scary nor as funny as its premise might be, The Pod Generation instead coasts along on a placid, self-satisfied wavelength.
Nick Schager
The Daily Beast
Frequently Asked Questions
Is The Pod Generation (2023) family-friendly?
The movie has been rated as PG-13, meaning that some material may be considered inappropriate for children under 13.
How long is The Pod Generation (2023)?
The movie is 1hr 49min long.
What's The Pod Generation (2023) about?
A New York couple, Rachel (Emilia Clarke) and Alvy (Chiwetel Ejiofor), live in a not-so-distant future where technology provides ever-more convenient living. A rising tech company executive, Rachel lands a coveted spot at the Womb Center, which offers couples a convenient (and shareable) maternity by way of detachable artificial wombs, or pods. But Alvy, a botanist with an affection for nature, prefers a natural pregnancy. And yet, as Rachel’s AI therapist puts it, why is that “natural?” So begins the tech-paved path to parenthood.
Who's the cast of The Pod Generation (2023)?
- Emilia Clarke as Rachel Novy
- Chiwetel Ejiofor as Alvy Novy
- Vinette Robinson as Alice
- Veerle Dejaeger as Folio Executive #1
- Lamara Strijdhaftig as Folio Executive #2
- Emma De Poot as Folio Executive #3
- Kyoung Her as Folio Executive #4
- Karel Van Cutsem as Folio Executive #5
- Nilson David as Folio Executive #6
- Bernard Gallant as Folio Executive #7
Who's the director behind The Pod Generation (2023)?
Sophie Barthes directed The Pod Generation (2023).
Who produced The Pod Generation (2023)?
Nadia Khamlichi, Genevieve Lemal and Martin Metz produced The Pod Generation (2023).
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