When I was young, I was captivated by the magic of science fiction films like Arrival, Jurassic Park, Inception, I-Robot and many others. However, one film stood out above the rest - the 1999 film, The Matrix. I have since moved away from watching science fiction movies and instead, I have dedicated my time to reading about scientific research and studies. My passion for transhumanism has only grown stronger over the years, and I now have a clear vision for the future.
You might wonder why I stopped watching science fiction movies. The truth is, I was tired of the constant portrayal of dystopian and fear-mongering themes that seemed to be present in almost all sci-fi movies, with very little hope for a better tomorrow, which it gives us wrong subconscious messages about our world and that's why they directly insert these things into our subconscious mind since from when we were kids!. (Which i don't have idea if they do it on purpose or not but in society means drama=money) I have not come across to any true utopian ending in movies, which is a reflection of humanity's inability to imagine such a scenario due to their twisted nature. (Modern humans can of course alter their nature) This is why we haven't had a utopian ending in movies since their creation and integration into our society. However, The Matrix trilogy 1999-2021 is the first instance where I have seen a true utopian ending without a dark twist, and this in itself says a lot about human nature and the state of our modern world.
That's why the Matrix, was and still is my all-time favourite science fiction film. It left a deep impact on me, as it raised thought-provoking philosophical questions about reality and made me question my own perception of the world. It is one of the few true utopian films, with a hopeful ending where Neo and Trinity become gods and create a perfect world for the human race.
It shows that science fiction doesn't have to be all about fear and negativity, but it can be a source of inspiration and hope for the future. The Matrix remains an important film to me not only because of its impact on popular culture, but also because of its optimistic conclusion. It is a film that gives us a glimpse into a better future and inspires us to strive towards creating a utopian world, with the help of science and of course the most important one, with the help of artificial intelligence. (But as you can see, true utopian movies with good ending never get attention from the public and they don't see anything beyond drama and dystopian movies, which it says a lot about human nature and modern humans again and i find it pathetic because i am not like them.. but does that mean i am more "holier" than them?.. only time will tell.)
I can't say a lot about this topic, however I have watched Blade Runner (1982), and I can say that the whole setting looks pretty depressing to me. Nevertheless, if you watch the trailer below you will agree that it makes a good point that Coca Cola will make it far into the future🤣🤣🤣
I think that an optimistic end of a movie is not a fact on which we can be based on in order to draw conclusions about the quality of the movie. However the explicit display of adult scenes with blood that would cause disgust is hardly a sign of a great movie. Great movies should depict evil with a way that wouldn't disturb most people. Being ambitious is good only when it is supported by real facts. Otherwise, you could also be described as naive. However, I would argue that Sci-fi movies in general motivate humans to advance science, because if we have a low mentality, then we already have the means to destroy ourselves. There is therefore nothing to be afraid of. With regards to advanced artificial intelligence, I would note that it will not happen overnight. There will be a gradual transition during which humans will have the required time to adapt and better understand the potential risks and benefits. There is no guarantee that they will not fail, however there is only one way to go, and this is to improve technology to the safest possible point.
I would regard a work of art as something that can't be exhausted merely by its moral message. Those who are truly intelligent would probably agree with the idea that art should reflect a higher sense of aesthetics together it's ethical meaning. This higher sense of aesthetics should be based on a better understanding of the truth. If we were to create something as complicated and difficult, as a serious long length movie merely to pass a moral message that even an average 10 year old kid would understand without having to watch the movie, then we have just wasted our time and our resources.
While I would strongly support the idea that we might not even make it to the point where we become highly evolved (like in the Sci-fi movies), I would also support the idea that once we get to that point, unless we manage to instantly get rid of our overall low morality and mentality, it is highly possible that we could use more advanced technology to instantly vanish all life on Earth. So negative thoughts that are provoked by Sci-fi movies need to be there to protect us from a disaster. It is literally like a nightmare. Literally speaking, some real dreams are nightmares in order to protect us from bad scenarios in the real life. However, this doesn't mathematically prove that the mentality of those who are creating the movies isn't sick, which is the case if I could bet.
I completely agree with your observations about the dystopian themes often portrayed in science fiction movies. "The Matrix" certainly stands out as a film with a unique and hopeful message. I also find it intriguing how the film raises philosophical questions about reality and the role of technology in shaping our future. However, I would also argue that dystopian themes are often used in science fiction movies as a cautionary tale to warn us of the potential dangers of technology and to encourage us to reflect on the values and ethics that guide our society. For example, the film "Blade Runner" raises important questions about the definition of humanity and the consequences of creating artificial life. What do you think about the use of dystopian themes in science fiction movies? Do you think they serve a valuable purpose, or do you think they simply perpetuate fear and negativity?