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Robots (2005)

2005 • 1h 30m • Animation, Comedy • PG
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CinemaSerf on Robots

6/10 · Dec 7, 2023

Rodney is a robot with inventive ambitions that don’t quite fit in his hometown, so he travels to the city seeking recognition from the famed "Big Weld." However, upon arrival, he discovers the factory has undergone a leadership change. A formidable figure named "Ratchet" now runs things, and his philosophy centers on inexpensive goods intended for frequent replacement. Repairs are nonexistent, spare parts are unavailable—it’s about replacing items as soon as something newer appears. Rodney finds himself connecting with several discarded older robots left behind in the factory's lower levels, and together they set out to locate "Big Weld" and attempt to reinstate him. It’s a somewhat heavy-handed commentary on shortsighted business practices and disposable consumerism; it lacks nuance, but the final twenty minutes offer a more engaging delivery of this theme through lively action sequences. Who wouldn't enjoy a large-scale domino effect or a fearsome robot accompanied by axe-wielding robots and a fiery furnace? The outcome is predictable, but the film provides an undemanding viewing experience that highlights the importance of cooperation and valuing those who are often disregarded—though perhaps it could have lessened the overt moral lessons.

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