Explore the intersection of AI and human connections through film

Promotional poster for the 'Films with Harte' winter term film series presented by the Harte Center for Teaching and Learning, featuring two films: 'Her' (2013) starring Joaquin Phoenix, with a red background and his face prominently featured, and 'After Yang' (2021), showing a contemplative family portrait with Colin Farrell and other cast members against a soft gradient background. Event dates and times: 'Her' screening on Friday, January 31 at 2:00 PM, and 'After Yang' screening on Friday, March 7 at 2:30 PM, both at Stackhouse Theater. The poster invites viewers to explore the emotional and ethical complexities of AI with a post-screening discussion, and it emphasizes that the events are free and open to all.

The Harte Center is proud to present a thought-provoking film series titled “Films with Harte.” This series kicks off with two critically acclaimed films that delve into the complexities of artificial intelligence and its interplay with human emotions: Spike Jonze’s “Her” (2013) and Kogonada’s “After Yang” (2021).

“Her” tells the story of a lonely writer who develops an unexpected relationship with an operating system designed to meet his every need. “After Yang” follows a family’s journey when their android, Yang, malfunctions—challenging their understanding of life and love. Both films offer a unique lens on the emotional and ethical implications of AI in our lives.

The screenings are scheduled for January 31st and March 7th at 2:00 PM and 2:30 PM, respectively, in the intimate setting of Stackhouse Theater. These events are not only a chance to watch these compelling films but also an opportunity to engage in rich discussions about the narratives and their moral implications.

Admission to each screening is free and open to all members of the W&L community. Don’t miss this chance to reflect on how AI might shape our emotional futures.