Lex Fridman Podcast
#77 – Alex Garland: Ex Machina, Devs, Annihilation, and the Poetry of Science
Mar 3, 2020
In this fascinating discussion, Alex Garland, the visionary writer and director behind films like Ex Machina and Annihilation, dives deep into the philosophical underpinnings of AI and our perception of reality. He explores whether we're living in a dream, the ethical challenges of artificial intelligence, and the beauty of scientific concepts like quantum mechanics. Garland also reflects on ambition's moral complexities and how classic sci-fi influences our understanding of consciousness, all while celebrating the artistic essence of storytelling.
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- Science and poetry intertwine in Garland's view of quantum mechanics.
- Creating entities like Ava challenges human exceptionalism and fosters humility.
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Understanding the Beauty of Scientific Thinking
Discovering the poetic and lyrical nature of scientific ideas, Alex Garland finds beauty in concepts like entanglement, superpositions, and the delicate nuances of quantum mechanics. He believes science is a form of poetry that reveals profound truths about the universe.
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