WarGames (1983)

In this episode, we explore WarGames (1983), a sci-fi thriller that masterfully captures Cold War paranoia while diving into the rise of computer technology. Directed by John Badham and starring Matthew Broderick as a teen who accidentally hacks into a U.S. military supercomputer, this film blends political commentary with technological suspense. More relevant than ever, WarGames serves as a chilling cautionary tale about our growing reliance on machines and the risks of automation in matters of national security.