About Kimi (2022)

"Kimi" is a 2022 American science fiction thriller film directed by Steven Soderbergh, with a screenplay by David Koepp. The movie revolves around an agoraphobic tech worker who discovers recorded evidence of a violent crime while reviewing a data stream, but is met with resistance and bureaucracy when she tries reporting it. She must now confront her fears and venture out of her apartment to solve the crime and bring the culprits to justice.

Making / Production

The movie was directed by accomplished filmmaker Steven Soderbergh, employing his signature style of digital cinematography to set the tone of the movie. The screenplay was written by the seasoned writer David Koepp. Released under the production banners of Warner Bros. Pictures and HBO Max, the film showcases excellent tech noir aesthetic.

Actors

• Zoë Kravitz plays Angela Childs, the film's protagonist. Her compelling performance brings life to the agoraphobic tech worker, evoking sympathy from the audience.
• Byron Bowers plays Prince, Angela's friend and confidant. Bowers provides a strong supportive character to Angela's struggle.
• Devin Ratray plays Kevin, an important character linked with the crime. Ratray's performance adds an intriguing layer to the film's plot.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "Kimi" marks Steven Soderbergh's third film to be shot completely on a smartphone, following "Unsane" and "High Flying Bird."
• Zoë Kravitz learned sign language for her role in the film.

Quotes

• Prince: "Fear is not real. It's a product of our imagination. Danger is very real, but fear is a choice."
• Angela: "There's something seriously wrong with the way we are. And I don't want to be a part of it."

Music and Soundtrack

• The film's score was composed by Thomas Newman, creating an intriguing blend of technological and human elements.
• The musical theme subtly weaves itself into the movie, reinforcing the suspense and tension.