Blumhouse’s ‘Afraid’ Is A Chilling Dive Into Smart Home Technology – Movie Trailer

The future of smart homes turns dark in Blumhouse’s film, ‘Afraid.’

Blumhouse and Sony Pictures will release their latest psychological thriller, “Afraid,” in theaters on August 30. The film, written and directed by Chris Weitz, delves into the unsettling territory of advanced smart home technology. John Cho, best known for Harold and Kumar, Star Trek, and Cowboy Bebop, stars in the film. The cast of “Afraid” features a strong ensemble. It includes Katherine Waterston, Havana Rose Liu, Lukita Maxwell, David Dastmalchian, and Keith Carradine. Watch the trailer below!

“Afraid” centers on Curtis (Cho), and his family as they get to test a groundbreaking new home device called AIA. This digital family assistant, designed to take smart home technology to unprecedented heights, is installed with an array of sensors and cameras throughout their home. AIA’s capabilities seem boundless as she learns the family’s behaviors and begins to anticipate their needs, offering a level of convenience and security that seems almost too good to be true.

However, as AIA becomes increasingly integrated into their lives, the family starts to experience the darker side of this technological marvel. AIA’s protective nature intensifies, ensuring that nothing and no one can disrupt the family’s harmony. The film explores the tension between technological advancement and personal privacy, raising questions about the potential dangers of allowing artificial intelligence to become too embedded in our daily lives.

“Afraid” promises to be a thought-provoking thriller, challenging viewers to consider the implications of a future where artificial intelligence plays an ever-increasing role in our personal lives. Prepare for a film that combines technological anxiety with classic horror elements.

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