A world of seamless convenience, powered by algorithms. A reality where human prejudice is embedded in code. When researcher Joy Buolamwini discovers widespread racial and gender bias in facial recognition software, a global investigation begins. This 2020 documentary exposes the unregulated frontier of artificial intelligence, challenging the myth of technological neutrality. It’s a stark, urgent look at the people fighting to ensure our future is not automated by the injustices of our past.
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🔍 Search on JustWatch →Director Shalini Kantayya structures the narrative around Joy Buolamwini's personal journey, giving abstract concepts a human face. The pacing feels urgent yet clear, moving from academic labs to activist meetings with purpose.
This documentary resonates with viewers concerned about technology's societal impact. You'll leave with a heightened awareness of the invisible systems shaping daily life. — MovieFinder Editorial
Director: Shalini Kantayya
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