Virtual reality and its portrayal in 'Virtuosity', 'Disclosure', and 'Brain Scan'

The podcast explores the portrayal of virtual reality (VR) in different movies like 'Virtuosity', 'Disclosure', and 'Brain Scan'. It discusses how filmmakers in the 90s showcased VR as a revolutionary technology, capable of creating immersive and indistinguishable virtual worlds. Despite mixed treatments of VR's significance and everyday use, these films often highlighted the potential dangers and ethical concerns associated with VR, such as addiction, manipulative AI, and blurring lines between fantasy and reality. The summaries of each film demonstrate the various ways VR was portrayed in the narratives, including VR training for law enforcement, murderous AI programs, and VR game experiences. Throughout the discussion, the podcast emphasizes the recurring theme of VR's impact on human behavior and the social implications of this emerging technology.