My Only Friend is a Robot Named Beans

I loved this short sci-fi. It was written by Anika Kan Grevstad and features fantastic visuals along with a compelling story, with an actual character arc, and a well-deserved ending. I worried the story might go to some dark places, but it did not, and the story was the better for it.

Evil AI Assistants (A Sci-Fi Compilation from DUST)

“Cera” by John Robinson Irwin
An 11-year old girl’s loyalty to her parents is tested after an attack by her caregiver hints to a greater violent upheaval beyond their rural surroundings.

“Actuary” by Matt Hill
A Detective suspects an AI that can predict death is actually murdering its clients.

“BRØTHERS” by Kris Sundberg
Brothers and best friends, Andrew and Michael do everything together, until an unfortunate accident forces Andrew to decide whether he can live without his closest companion.

“SYNTHIA” by Maria Hinterkoerner & Bernhard Weber
After an update, a robotic personal assistant will now complete any request. But the robot can’t always tell what’s sincere and what’s a joke.

“Muse” by Azhur Saleem
An artist turns to his android muse for help when trying to sell his newest paintings, but events take a dark and disturbing turn when the android learns what has inspired the work.