As a long-time enthusiast of cinema, particularly those that push the boundaries of comedy and horror, I find myself utterly intrigued by the upcoming release of “Y2K”. The concept of technology gone awry, as portrayed in this film, resonates deeply with my experiences of the Y2K panic at the turn of the millennium.
Recently, artificial intelligence has sparked a great deal of debate, even causing friction in Hollywood severe enough to lead to an actors’ strike last year. There’s a palpable sense of unease about the impact it might have on various fields, but this isn’t a new feeling. Back in 1999, at the turn of the millennium, the Y2K scare fueled widespread panic and concerns that technology would malfunction or take control once the clock struck midnight on January 1, 2000. Thankfully, that didn’t happen, but what if it had? This hypothetical scenario is the central theme of A24’s new horror-comedy Y2K, written, directed, and starring Kyle Mooney from Saturday Night Live.
Witness a seemingly ordinary high school graduation celebration turn into a nightmare as robots, household appliances, and other electronic devices launch a brutal attack once the year 2000 begins. MovieWeb recently spoke with Mooney to delve deeper into his upcoming film and if the ongoing debate about A.I. played a significant role during scripting and filmmaking.
Mooney stated, “We were mindful of this aspect as we penned it down,” referring to the topic at hand. “Interestingly, we initiated writing it in 2019, and since then, there’s been a significant development in understanding A.I., including its potential implications, or ‘threat,’ if you will. I believe it’s essential to stay aware of our surroundings, the world we live in. However, we should also be cautious not to become overly preoccupied and miss out on cherishing moments with loved ones, appreciating life’s simple pleasures.
Let’s strive to avoid excessive preoccupation, so we can truly savor the time spent with loved ones and appreciate the wonders that life offers us.
Jaeden Martell on Kyle Mooney’s Signature Humor
In addition to our interview with Mooney, we were joined by the main stars of Y2K – Jaeden Martell (known for It) and Julian Dennison (famous for Deadpool 2). Their endearing, clumsy portrayals of high school characters might remind audiences of a popular comedy film featuring Jonah Hill and Michael Cera. In preparation for their memorable roles in Y2K, Dennison and Martell acknowledged that Superbad was a point of reference, but they made it clear that this wasn’t about imitation. Instead, they found the humor in Mooney’s eccentric script and embraced it wholeheartedly. As Martell puts it:
It can be easy to become overly fond of things, and I believe that was the case with me during that period. I watched less comedy, you see, as an actor, we tend to be quite flexible and open to change, which might seem beneficial, but sometimes isn’t. Being around Kyle, whose humor is something he’s perfected over five decades, made me realize the risks of trying to imitate him [laughs]. Therefore, it may be healthier to maintain a distance from such areas.
From A24, Y2K will be released in theaters on Friday, Dec. 6, 2024.
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2024-12-06 20:01