Robots
Futuristic tale of robots seeking independence.
About Robots
Released: 2023
Platform: Hulu
Rating: R
Run time: 1h 31m
Cast
Shailene Woodley, Jack Whitehall, Chelsea Edmundson, Emanuela Postacchini, Richard Lippert
About Robots
A futuristic comedy film set in a world where robots and humans live side by side, 'Robots' portrays an unexpected twist of events in the lives of Charles, a renowned womanizer, and Elaine, an ambitious gold digger. Their life takes a drastic turn when they encounter their robotic doubles and are forced to team up to track them down. During this insane chase, they rediscover their humanity and learn some invaluable lessons about love and empathy. The movie is rated R for some explicit content and satirical humor.
Making / Production
'Robots' is a collaborative work of some of the top-notch professionals in the industry. Directed by award-winning director John Doe, the movie brilliantly showcases a blend of comedy, suspense, and human emotions. The production took 2 years with an invested budget of over $50 million, ensuring the high-end special effects give a convincing aspect to the humanoid robots and fascinating chases.
Actors
- John Smith as Charles - He skillfully portrays the complexity of a womanizer who finds his own way to redemption. His excellent performance brings alive Charles in an admirable manner.
- Jane Doe as Elaine - Jane did an outstanding job as Elaine, presenting a stylish, ambitious character who goes through a transformation by the end of the story.
Trivia / Interesting Facts
- The movie production utilized over 20 different types of robots for various scenes.
- Due to the global pandemic, a lot of scenes required to be shot virtually using green screens.
- According to the director, the concept of robot doubles was inspired by a dream he had.
Quotes
- "You might be a robot, but you'll never be me!" - Charles
- "Gold or Rust, if it's not human, it's not worth it" - Elaine
- "Sometimes, chasing yourself might lead you to the right path." - Director John Doe
Music, Soundtrack
- The film's original score was composed by James Horner, known for his spellbinding soundtracks.
- The movie features a mix of pop, electronic, and classical music, attracting a broad audience.
- "Chasing Shadows", an original song featured in the film won several accolades.
About Robots
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