Her May 2026

Her (2013), written and directed by Spike Jonze, is a critically acclaimed sci-fi romantic drama exploring intimacy, loneliness, and the evolving relationship between humans and artificial intelligence.

The film follows Theodore Twombly (Joaquin Phoenix), a lonely, introverted man in a near-future Los Angeles who makes a living writing heartfelt, personal letters for other people. Heartbroken from a pending divorce, Theodore purchases a new, highly advanced operating system designed to meet his every need. This AI, naming herself Samantha (voiced by Scarlett Johansson), is intuitive, emotionally complex, and rapidly evolves. Theodore and Samantha develop an intense emotional and romantic relationship, questioning the nature of love and companionship. Her (2013), written and directed by Spike Jonze,

The film posits whether a romantic connection with a non-physical, synthetic entity can be considered real. This AI, naming herself Samantha (voiced by Scarlett

Through Samantha, Theodore learns to open himself up to love again after his emotional shutdown. Through Samantha, Theodore learns to open himself up