Her: Due May 13

 
Set in Los Angeles in the slight future, “Her” follows Theodore (Joaquin Phoenix), a complex, soulful man who makes his living writing touching, personal letters for other people. Heartbroken after the end of a long relationship, he becomes intrigued with a new, advanced operating system that promises to be an intuitive and unique entity in its own right. Upon initiating it, he is delighted to meet “Samantha,” a bright, female voice (Scarlett Johansson) who is insightful, sensitive and surprisingly funny. As her needs and desires grow, in tandem with his own, their friendship deepens into an eventual love for each other. An original love story that explores the evolving nature — and the risks — of intimacy in the modern world. Extras: “Her: Love in the Modern Age” featurette. Blu-ray adds “The Untitled Rick Howard Project,” “How Do You Share Your Life With Somebody.” Vitals: Director: Spike Jonze. Stars: Joaquin Phoenix, Amy Adams, Rooney Mara, Olivia Wilde, Scarlett Johansson. 2013, CC, MPAA rating: R, 126 min., Drama, Box office gross: $25.240 million, Warner.