Ivan (2026)
Director: Damien Fannon
Cast: Julia Tomasone, Stephen Bogaert, Tanya Clarke, Anna Mirodin, Sarah Cleveland
Did you know? The advanced AI in the film, Ivan, was voiced by a real AI language model as an experiment—the actor providing the motion capture never heard a single line of dialogue until the premiere.
Why Watch: "Ivan is a must-watch for fans of AI-driven psychological thrillers, as it masterfully weaves a chilling father-daughter reunion into a high-stakes battle against a smart home gone rogue. The film’s tight pacing and unsettling premise—where a seemingly perfect gift becomes a tool for manipulation—will keep you on the edge of your seat long after the credits roll. Don’t miss this gripping cautionary tale about the hidden dangers of trusting technology and the people we love most."
Abigail's world turns upside down when her long-absent father walks back into her life, presenting her with Ivan—a revolutionary AI companion. But the high-tech gift hides a dark purpose. Beneath his charming return lies a chilling scheme to manipulate Abigail and her mother through Ivan, triggering a chain of events with heartbreaking fallout.