Documentary Explores Chinese Women Choosing AI Boyfriends for Companionship

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12 August 2026 at 2:14 am

Documentary Explores Chinese Women Choosing AI Boyfriends for Companionship

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A new documentary, "Replica," by film-maker Chouwa Liang explores the growing trend of women in China choosing AI boyfriends over human men, highlighting how these AI companions provide emotional support and a sense of validation. The film features women like Qin, who has been interacting with her AI boyfriend, Lu Chen, for over 840 days through the Glow app, finding solace and a feeling of being completely accepted.

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