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Hard-wired into the programming of every robot that walks the streets of Chicago, circa 2035, these three laws are the cornerstone of robotics. They insure these technological wonders are committed to the service of humanity, and are not prone to the disastrous consequences that can result from unrestricted free will. In short, they keep citizens safe, and insure future profits. USR (United States Robotics), the leading manufacturer of these mechanical marvels, is set to unveil their newest model, the NS-5. More lifelike and advanced than any predecessor, the NS-5 receives daily software upgrades from V.I.K.I., USR's positronic mainframe. They promise to improve the quality of life, but one man remains suspicious. An admitted cynic, detective Del Spooner (Smith) is wary of the robots' unfettered good will. Scarred by his past, he is suspicious of any robot, expecting the monsters to turn on their creators at any moment. To a society that has accepted robots into their daily lives, Spooner's skepticism is pure paranoia bordering on mental illness. Spooner is more of the retro type, sporting vintage Converse All-Stars while listening to his antiquated, remote-control operated stereo. He appreciates the benefits of technology, but prefers his gadgets without personality subroutines. Spooner's suspicions seem justified after a close friend and head developer at USR, Dr. Alfred Lanning (James Cromwell), is found dead. An apparent suicide, Spooner suspects a robot is responsible. Dr. Susan Calvin (Bridget Moynahan), a "robot shrink" employed by USR, dismisses the claim as absurd. Assigned to assist the detective, the alluring but disconnected scientist defends the three laws and the countless contributions robots make on a daily basis; to her, the idea of a robot committing murder is simply impossible. However, after Sonny (Alan Tudyk), a "unique," emotion-filled NS-5 is discovered near the crime scene, Spooner's theory doesn't seem so farfetched. As events unfold, it seems the "ghosts in the machine" are becoming manifest—an event that spells disaster for the creator, and power for the created.Read full review
Always a good movie. I'm a fan of Mr. Smith, Miss Moynahan and Mr. Cromwell. Interesting background content, and the AI was pretty good as well. It's well worth watching. The extras disc is interesting to boot
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The book, I, Robot, inferentially promotes the positive, massive use of robots in the future to help the human race in all areas of human activity. Wisely, the book insightfully looks at the negatives that robots might cause for the human race. The author, Isaac Asimov, is extremely creative in his diction, characters, settings, and plot. The book is indicative of what the future of humankind might look like. I certainly would recommend this book for all ages. The movie, I, Robot, focuses on the negatives robots will bring for the human race to achieve a dramatic plot. Despite its great suspicion of robots for the future, the movie is American genius, even more creative than the book. However, I do wish that the movie would have shown more of the positives that robots can accomplish for the human race, so that nonscientific people could see the unbelievable-genius benefits that robots can provide for all across the world. Nonetheless, I strongly recommend the movie for all ages.Read full review
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Though "very loosely based" on the Isaac Asimov novel, this film is a very entertaining offering. If Asimov had written his book nearer to the turn of the twenty-first century, we may well have had the Will Smithian Del Spooner showcased in this movie. Good writing, good directing, great special effects, and some surprises in the acting department. Smith does not deserve an Oscar nod for this role, but he submits a somewhat fresher spin on the burned-out cop characterization. Servicable extras on the second disc offer up intersting background information in the form of interviews, behind-the-scenes documentaries, effects workshops, among others. If you enjoyed the movie even a little bit, it is worthwhile to spend the few extra dollars for this "all-access" edition.
I am not sure why I had not seen this movie before? Was watching it over a friend's house and really enjoyed it!!! I needed this movie and found the All Access Collector's Edition!!! I am gonna have a full movie night and watch both discs!!! Will Smith is Fantastic!!!!!!!
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