Searxng/Hot Spot movie poster mov Movie Hot Spot, an AI sci-fi thriller from The Silent Twins director, hits theaters Aug 21. A detective battles a digital overlord in a near-future world. April 29, 2026 AceShowbiz - Hot Spot is the upcoming AI-themed sci-fi thriller directed by Agnieszka Smoczy?ska, known for The Silent Twins, that Focus Features will release in North American theaters on August 21.