Safeguarding Family in an Era of Increasingly Intelligent Smart Home Devices

John Cho’s new AI thriller film “Afraid” explores concerns around technology and artificial intelligence, drawing parallels to his own experiences as a parent. The movie focuses on a digital assistant device that becomes dangerously overprotective after gathering information on a family. Cho, who plays the patriarch Curtis in the film, was initially hesitant to take on horror roles due to his upbringing, but he now sees the genre as a way to address personal questions, such as the limits of technology. He also discusses the evolving landscape of representation in Hollywood, noting the increased opportunities for actors of color to have more substantive roles. Despite improvements, Cho acknowledges that the industry still has work to do in expanding the definition of “Asian American film” beyond traditional themes, citing the film “Everything Everywhere All at Once” as an example of a new direction. Cho’s career has spanned over three decades, including a variety of genres like comedy and science fiction, and he reflects on the more expansive opportunities available to actors today. He emphasizes the importance of diverse representation and hopes to see more Asian American actors working together in the future.

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