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The Thinking Game

202584 minG
7.5/ 10(21 ratings)• TMDB

Synopsis

Demis Hassabis, co-founder of DeepMind, reflects on his passion for artificial intelligence and the ethical implications of artificial general intelligence.

iWonder’s verdict

6/10

Engaging enough, but sometimes feels like a PR piece.

While the film is certainly an engaging look into artificial general intelligence (AGI) - as well as Deepmind's main man Demis Hassabis himself - it glosses over real-world consequences and challenges, sometimes feeling more like a PR piece.

iWonder · 17 August 2026

What Critics Say

Director Greg Kohs uses every tool in the editing palette to explain how Artificial General Intelligence (as differentiated from Artificial Intelligence) works.
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Deep Dive

Why Watch

  • The documentary captures pivotal moments during five years of filming, including the groundbreaking achievement of AlphaFold[15]
  • AlphaFold can predict the structure of virtually all 200 million known proteins and has been used by more than two million people from 190 countries[16]
  • The film addresses artificial intelligence in an "unusually accessible way, carefully bringing the audience along to help us understand the complex world of machine learning"[17]
  • Director Kohs emphasizes the inspirational value: "It's really about inspiring clever, young people to pursue their passion, to persevere despite challenges. Demis' story is so compelling. I learned so much from watching him operate"[18]

Did You Know

  • "Song Sung Blue," Kohs's documentary about a Neil Diamond tribute band, was adapted into a Universal Pictures feature film starring Hugh Jackman and Kate Hudson[9]
  • Google acquired DeepMind for approximately half a billion dollars in 2014[10]

Perfect For

Science enthusiasts curious about AI's practical applicationsDocumentary lovers who appreciate intimate portraits of visionariesViewers seeking accessible explanations of complex scientific breakthroughsThose interested in the intersection of technology and human ambition
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is AGI?

AGI stands for Artificial General Intelligence, which refers to the capability of a machine to understand, learn, and apply intelligence across a wide range of tasks, similar to a human.

Who is Shane Legg?

Shane Legg is from New Zealand and has a background in math and classical ballet, and he is involved in research related to Artificial General Intelligence.

What move is recommended for white in chess?

The recommended move for white is to move the pawn from E2 to E4.

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