Gerty
Gerty is a fictional artificial intelligence character that appears as the onboard computer of the lunar base in the 2009 science fiction film Moon, directed by Duncan Jones. The system is operated by Lunar Industries and is responsible for managing life support, base maintenance, communications with Earth, and other logistical functions necessary to sustain a solitary outpost on the Moon.
In appearance and interaction, Gerty communicates through a calm, reassuring voice and a distinctive blue interface.
Gerty plays a central role in the film’s exploration of isolation, ethical boundaries, and corporate power.
Reception to Gerty has centered on the balance the character strikes between warmth and detachment, as well
Gerty remains a notable element of Moon’s narrative and aesthetic, contributing to discussions of artificial intelligence