Abstract: This paper examines the intricate relationship between humans and technology in sci-fi cinema, with a focus on existentialism, identity, and ethics. Through a comparative analysis of Blade Runner (1982), Ex Machina (2014), and The Matrix (1999), it explores how these films engage with philosophical concepts, including Sartre’s existentialism, Heidegger’s notion of “enframing,” and Foucault’s theories on power and autonomy. By situating these films within their respective cultural and historical contexts, the paper argues that they provide critical insights into contemporary debates on AI, technological determinism, and the posthuman condition, challenging viewers to reconsider the ethical implications of emerging technologies.

Keywords: existentialism, identity, ethics, artificial intelligence (AI), technological determinism, posthuman condition, sci-fi cinema, Sartre, Heidegger, Foucault, Blade Runner, Ex Machina, The Matrix, human-machine relationship, philosophy of technology, cultural context, virtual reality, surveillance, AI ethics.