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Hey guys, thanks for coming over for this AMA!

Most movies tend to portray AI as having an inherent survival instinct, a need to keep existing for some purpose other than to fulfill its primary function. Is this realistic in the real study of artificial intelligence? Could an AI develop it’s own survival instinct? Survival seems to be an innately living trait, an evolutionary result leading living organisms to keep progressing and perfecting. How does this translate to AI and machines? Is this merely a fictional plot device?

Where do you see the knowledge of asteroids and comets going in the next 10-20 years? When do you think humans will be able to land on asteroids, and when do you think it will be economically feasible to commercially mine such objects?

Hi Mr. Pfister, just two quick questions:

What was the transition from cinematographer to director like?

Did you and Mr. Nolan share any tips, considering you're both working on science fiction movies currently and have worked together so often?

Good luck with Transcendence and welcome to Reddit!