A.X.L.
Teen befriends advanced, robotic military dog
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Platform: Netflix
Rating: PG
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"A.X.L." is an action-packed adventure movie released in 2018. The film is set in the near future and revolves around a top-secret robotic dog named A.X.L. who develops a unique bond with a teenage dirt bike rider, Miles Hill. Together, they embark on an extraordinary journey and must evade capture by a rogue military organization that wants to retrieve A.X.L. for their own nefarious purposes.
The plot follows Miles as he discovers A.X.L., a cutting-edge military creation that has escaped from the clutches of its creators. As Miles befriends the robotic dog, they form a close bond and become inseparable. They soon find themselves on the run and must rely on their combined skills and instincts to survive. Along the way, they encounter thrilling adventures and face various obstacles that test their resilience and loyalty.
Making / Production
"A.X.L." was directed by Oliver Daly, who also wrote the screenplay. The film was produced by David S. Goyer, Gary Lucchesi, Tom Rosenberg, and Kevin Turen. The production company behind the movie is Lakeshore Entertainment. The visuals were brought to life through a combination of live-action scenes, computer-generated imagery (CGI), and practical effects.
Actors
- Alex Neustaedter as Miles Hill - The teenage dirt bike rider who forms a bond with A.X.L.
- Becky G as Sara Reyes - Miles' love interest and a supportive friend.
- Thomas Jane as Chuck Hill - Miles' father and a caring figure in his life.
- Ted McGinley as George - The antagonist, who leads the rogue military organization.
- Alex MacNicoll as Sam Fontaine - Miles' friend who becomes entangled in the adventure.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The idea for "A.X.L." originated from a short film of the same name that Oliver Daly created and directed.
- The robotic dog A.X.L. was brought to life using a combination of practical effects and CGI.
- The dirt bike stunts in the film were performed by professional riders.
- The film's production utilized remote-controlled robotic dog props for certain scenes.
- "A.X.L." incorporates elements of friendship, loyalty, and the bond between humans and technology.
Awards
"A.X.L." did not receive any major awards but was praised for its visual effects and thrilling action sequences.
Quotes
- "Man's best friend just got an upgrade." - Miles Hill
- "Everything I thought was important suddenly doesn't seem to matter anymore." - Miles Hill
- "Stay loyal, always have your buddy's back." - A.X.L.
Music
The film's music was composed by Ian Hultquist, who created a dynamic and energetic score that enhances the action and emotional moments.
Soundtrack
- "Legend" by The Score
- "Feel the Love" by Rudimental feat. John Newman
- "Never Give Up on Me" by MisterWives
- "Stand By Me" by Good News Tunes
- "Higher Ground" by ODESZA feat. Naomi Wild
- "Breaking Through the Clouds" by Brad Couture and Chris Perry
About A.X.L.
A.X.L. is a sci-fi action adventure where a teen bonds with a robotic military dog embarking on an exciting journey of friendship and courage.