GHOST IN THE MACHINE: What is Artificial Intelligence?

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Explore what artificial intelligence is through a provocative documentary screening and live director Q&A in [Brighton](https://www.createwith.com/cities/brighton) on 16 September 2026. Presented by [BRIGHTHINK](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/o/60963607803), **GHOST IN THE MACHINE: What is Artificial Intelligence?** offers an opportunity to examine AI through film and then continue the conversation with director **Valerie Veatch**. Rather than a conventional technology talk or workshop, this in-person event combines a feature-length screening with direct access to the filmmaker, giving the audience space to reflect on the documentary and raise questions about its ideas and production. ## What to expect The evening runs for two and a half hours at Wagner Hall in Brighton and Hove, with doors opening ahead of the main programme: - **6:30pm — Doors open** - **7:00–8:50pm — Documentary screening** - **8:50–9:30pm — Live director Q&A with Valerie Veatch** The screening is described by the organiser as provocative and focuses on the central question posed in its title: **what is artificial intelligence?** After the film, the live Q&A provides a valuable chance to hear directly from Veatch and explore the documentary in greater depth. This pairing of cinema and conversation makes the event particularly relevant to people interested in AI, science and technology, documentary filmmaking, or the wider questions raised by artificial intelligence. No technical experience level is specified, and the format is centred on viewing and discussion rather than coding or hands-on building. It should therefore appeal both to people already engaged with AI and to curious attendees looking for an accessible cultural route into the subject. ## Venue and practical details The event takes place on **Wednesday 16 September 2026, from 7:00pm to 9:30pm**, at **Wagner Hall, Regency Road, Brighton and Hove, BN1 2RU**. It is an in-person event for attendees aged **16 and over**. Paid parking is listed, and refunds are available up to five days before the event. This screening forms part of BRIGHTHINK’s **IN CONVERSATION** collection and stands out by placing a live filmmaker discussion immediately after the documentary, allowing the evening’s ideas to move directly from the screen into audience dialogue. [Get tickets for GHOST IN THE MACHINE](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/ghost-in-the-machine-what-is-artificial-intelligence-tickets-1995661684821?aff=ebdssbdestsearch)