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Blade Runner

Blade Runner

Movie
1982
Creator: Ridley Scott
Country: USA

A neo-noir exploring artificial humans (replicants), corporate power, and what defines humanity.

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Synthetic Companions

Replicants are bioengineered beings virtually indistinguishable from humans, designed for labor and companionship.

TRL
6/9
Applications
Applications
Emotion Recognition Systems

The Voight-Kampff test uses eye movement and physiological responses to detect emotional reactions and identify replicants.

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7/9
ethics-security
ethics-security
Surveillance, Privacy, and Civil Liberties

The film depicts a dystopian surveillance state where citizens are constantly monitored and tracked.

TRL
5/9

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Blade Runner

(1982)

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Blade Runner 2049

(2017)

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