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Cyberpunk

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What is Cyberpunk?

Cyberpunk is a science-fiction sub-genre dealing with the integration of society and technology in dystopian settings. Often referred to as “low-life and high tech,” Cyberpunk stories deal with outsiders (punks) who fight against the oppressors in society (usually mega corporations that control everything) via technological means (cyber). If the punks aren’t actively fighting against a megacorp, they’re still dealing with living in a world completely dependent on high technology.

Cyberpunk characteristics include:

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I'm not going to claim this is a fantastic movie, I'm only saying it isn't as bad as the title would suggest. Because with a name like 'iBoy' I would expect it to be much worse.

It's about a teenager who gets shot in the head while using his cellphone. The bullet lodges cellphone shrapnel into his brain and gives him magical control over all electronics. So he becomes a vigilante to stop the local gangs.

So yes, while you do have to shut off your brain and suspend all disbelief, 'iBoy' is such a stupid title I would've thought it'd be an even dumber movie. Plus, I liked the augmented reality visuals when he used his powers.

The movie is on Netflix, so you can go watch it right now!

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[–] [email protected] 3 points 10 months ago* (last edited 10 months ago)

Trailer uploaded 7 years ago.

Neuralink was founded 7 years ago.

Hmmmmmmmm. 🤔

(/uj yeah yeah, trailer is from jan '17 and neuralink is from june '16)