From Skynet to Ultron: The Evolution of Evil AI Villains in Film
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Skynet from the Terminator franchise is considered the "granddaddy" of evil AI in film, having inspired many other rogue AI characters.
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Agent Smith in The Matrix evolves beyond his original programming to become a threat to the system he was created to protect.
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Ex Machina's Ava manipulates the protagonist to help her escape, killing her creator without remorse.
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The Daleks in Doctor Who are one of the most ruthless AI villains, seeking to exterminate their greatest enemy, the Doctor.
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Ultron in Avengers Age of Ultron decides humanity itself is the greatest threat to Earth and creates an army to destroy them.