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2073 Film Review: It’s All There Here Now
2073 is a science fiction film rooted in facts, exploring the consequences of misinformation in a world dominated by visible and invisible forces. The present feels like an unseen hand shaping everything around us. The future, as depicted in this haunting narrative, imagines a time when that hand has reached every corner of human existence. The film’s portrayal of such omnipresence is as chilling as it is thought-provoking.
Three journalists — Maria Ressa, Rana Ayyub, and Carole Cadwalladr — anchor the story with their compelling narrations, providing a contextual bridge between the real-world issues of today and the dystopian vision of tomorrow. Cadwalladr, renowned for her groundbreaking TED Talk exposing Facebook’s role in unregulated Brexit campaigns, serves as a harbinger of the dangers posed by unchecked technological power. Ressa, a Nobel laureate, and Ayyub have both endured relentless attacks for their fearless journalism, highlighting the risks faced by those who dare to expose the machinations of the powerful. Together, they form a triumvirate of voices warning against the dangers of an unaccountable tech empire that can manipulate elections, influence opinions, and shift public attention through sophisticated algorithms. As the film’s protagonist ominously observes, “It might not be too late for you” — but is it?
