RoboCop 3
Cyborg cop battles evil corporation in dystopia.
About RoboCop 3
Released: 1993
Platform: Hulu
Rating: PG-13
Run time: 1h 45m
Cast
Robert John Burke, Nancy Allen, Rip Torn, John Castle, Jill Hennessy
About RoboCop 3
RoboCop 3, released in 1993, is a sci-fi action movie that is a sequel to RoboCop 2. The movie takes place in a dystopian Detroit where a mega-corporation aims to build a high-end utopia called Delta City, and in order to do so, they hire a paramilitary force to evacuate the residents. The titular hero, RoboCop, ends up allying with a group of rebels to take down the corporation. The movie is known for introducing elements such as a jetpack and a samurai android.
Making / Production
RoboCop 3 was directed by Fred Dekker and written by Frank Miller and Dekker. It turned out to be the least successful of the original RoboCop series, being made on a lower budget than its predecessors and showcasing less violence.
Actors
- Robert John Burke played the role of RoboCop/Alex Murphy. His performance was consistent with the previous portrayal, though he brought his own uniqueness.
- Nancy Allen as Officer Anne Lewis continues to support RoboCop both in his missions and in his struggles with his identity.
- Rip Torn played the role of the CEO of the corporation, adding a layer of antagonism to the story.
- Jillian Hennessy played Dr. Marie Lazarus, a role that centers on scientific ethics.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- This movie features a substantially lower amount of violence in comparison to the previous movies. This was done purposely to secure a PG-13 rating in attempts of greater commercial success.
- Robert John Burke replaced Peter Weller in the titular role due to Weller's commitments to other projects.
- This is the final movie role of Nancy Allen as Anne Lewis. Her character was killed off within the early parts of the film.
Quotes
- "Don't count on it, chum!" - RoboCop
- "I'm not arresting you anymore." - RoboCop
Music, Soundtrack
- Like the previous films, the iconic "RoboCop March" is featured.
- The OST is composed by the acclaimed composer Basil Poledouris.
- The soundtrack brings back the dominant scoring from the first film.
About RoboCop 3
RoboCop 3 is an action sci-fi where RoboCop joins rebels against an evil corporation to save Detroit.