Upgrade(2018)

The story centers on , a technophobic mechanic living in a near-future where technology permeates every aspect of life. After a brutal mugging leaves his wife dead and him paralyzed, Grey is approached by a billionaire inventor who offers him an experimental cure: STEM , an artificial intelligence chip.

: Logan Marshall-Green provides a standout performance, masterfully portraying the physical disconnect between a horrified human mind and a lethally efficient machine body. Critical Themes & Impact Upgrade Trailer #1 (2018) | Movieclips Trailers Upgrade(2018)

This movie had a budget of only $3 million??! This was one of the most well produced movies I've seen in a long time. YouTube·Rotten Tomatoes Trailers Director Leigh Whannell Talks the Making of UPGRADE The story centers on , a technophobic mechanic

Upgrade (2018), directed by Leigh Whannell , is a masterclass in high-concept, low-budget sci-fi that delivers a visceral, cyberpunk revenge story. With a production budget of only $3 million, it achieves a visual polish and narrative depth that rivals massive studio blockbusters. Plot Overview Critical Themes & Impact Upgrade Trailer #1 (2018)

Director Leigh Whannell drew heavily from 1980s sci-fi classics like RoboCop and The Terminator , emphasizing to ground the futuristic world.