In the near future, the Spanish Government announces a referendum seeking to replace judges with Artificial Intelligence software, with the aim of automating and effectively depoliticising the justice system. The referendum sets off a fierce democratic bipartisan fight between the government allied with the creator of the system and the judges defending justice as a value exclusively human.
Carmen Costa, a distinguished judge, has been invited to assess this new procedure. However, after the disappearance of the software’s creator, Costa realises her life is in danger. In reality, this is showing only the tip of the iceberg of a conspiracy movement trying to control the national justice system.
Content warning: Mild threats of violence
Reviews
Demonstrating a rare understanding of the power of stillness, Echegui wields it here with immense skill, control and intelligence, effectively establishing both character and motivation despite minimal dialogue. (Phillippe Cahill: FilmInk)
Awards
2024 | Official Selection at the Shanghai International Film FestivalScreenings
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Edinburgh - ODEON Lothian Road
October 3, 2024 (6.30pm)Opening Film Event: Q&A with Marian A Aréchaga and Director Simón Casal, followed by reception (ticket price includes a glass of wine and entry to the reception)
