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Documentary 'Intelligence Rising' Examines AI Geopolitics at CPH:DOX Festival

festival-fair · 2026-03-24

The documentary 'Intelligence Rising' by Elena Andreicheva premiered at the CPH:DOX festival in 2026. The film simulates geopolitical crises driven by artificial intelligence, featuring participants from the European Union, China, and the United States. It explores strategic and ethical implications of AI through a war-game format, though critics note its dystopian tone may overshadow substantive discussion. The documentary raises questions about whether traditional film formats can keep pace with rapidly evolving technological debates.

Key facts

  • Documentary 'Intelligence Rising' directed by Elena Andreicheva premiered in 2026
  • Featured at CPH:DOX documentary film festival
  • Examines AI-driven geopolitical crises through simulated scenarios
  • Includes participants from EU, China, and United States
  • Critiqued for dystopian presentation that may limit analytical depth

Entities

Artists

  • Elena Andreicheva

Institutions

  • CPH:DOX
  • Faculty

Locations

  • European Union
  • China
  • United States
  • United Kingdom

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