Ex Machina: An Allegory for Narcissistic Abuse

Oscar Isaac as Nathan Bateman from Ex Machina. Photo via A24 Pictures.

Author’s Note: This review was written straight off the cuff when I first watched the movie. Names, locations and other things may be wrong, misspelled or vague. I didn’t want to do too much editing in case I messed something up in my messaging.

This will also contain not only Spoilers, but mentions of narcissistic abuse. Proceed with Caution! Otherwise…