Contemporary Hollywood cinema is increasingly portraying technology figures as villains, a trend exemplified by films like “The Social Reckoning” and “Artificial”. This shift represents a change from earlier depictions of tech innovators. These on-screen “tech bros” are now presented as more menacing and sinister characters than ever before. The portrayal reflects growing societal anxieties surrounding the power and influence of the tech industry in the United States. The films tap into real-world concerns about data privacy, algorithmic bias, and the potential for unchecked technological advancement. This villainization suggests a broader cultural reckoning with the consequences of rapid technological innovation and its impact on society within the United States.