Monday, August 19, 2024

Edinburgh 2024: 'Smiles and Kisses You' Review


From the description, you might think Smiles and Kisses You will be a snide, punching-down portrait. Bryan Carberry's documentary focuses on a single man who decides to buy a sex doll, adding an A.I. component so that he can have "real" conversations with the doll. But this nonjudgmental film has some things to say about loneliness and the need for connection. Here's my review.