I, Robot

Name: I, Robot
Genre: Action, Sci-Fi, Mystery, Thriller
Released: July 16, 2004
Duration: 115 min
Rating: 59
Cast: Bridget Moynahan, Bruce Greenwood, Will Smith

2004

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Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation | Release Date: July 16, 2004 | PG-13

Starring: Bridget Moynahan, Bruce Greenwood, Will Smith

Summary: In the year 2035, robots are an everyday household item, and everyone trusts them, except one, slightly paranoid detective (Smith) investigating what he alone believes is a crime perpetrated by a robot. The case leads him to discover a far more frightening threat to the human race. (20th Century Fox)

Director: Alex Proyas

Genre(s): Action, Sci-Fi, Mystery, Thriller

Rating: PG-13

Runtime: 115 min

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Desson Thomson

Fabulous mental escape. It's fun and playful, rather than dark and foreboding. And there doesn't seem to be an original cyber-bone in the movie's body. But it's put together in a fabulous package. Read full review

Dallas Observer Luke Y. Thompson

Once this movie gets going, it works, and it works well. It has a slow buildup, but its final third manages to generate some eye-popping thrills. Read full review

Carrie Rickey

For its first two acts this flashy vehicle is an anodized titanium streamline baby. Then comes a robot rumble that brings the action to a crashing halt. Read full review

Scott Tobias

A cluttered, awkward blockbuster that's just smart enough to get itself into trouble. Read full review

Dana Stevens

Lacks both the intellectual rigor and the soulful sublimity of "A.I.," but it nonetheless allows some genuine ideas and emotions to pop up amid the noise and clutter. Read full review

Joe Morgenstern

Impressive for Patrick Tatopoulos's production design but depressive for the juiceless story.

Michael Atkinson

If you see it, the sequel will be your fault. Read full review

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BrandonBD85

Feb 21, 2016

There are not very many movies that have everything you look for. I, Robot is one of those rare films. It has action, suspense, drama, romance, robots, Will Smith shooting stuff, and great lines.

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cadeb.

Dec 21, 2005

It was a awsome movie.

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JohnC.

Jul 15, 2007

It's interesting when the users and the critics diverge on a movie. You can't blame people for going to see the film that the studio was pitching in the trailer, finding a different movie, and being disappointed. This isn't an action thriller, but a character study. Also, it It's interesting when the users and the critics diverge on a movie. You can't blame people for going to see the film that the studio was pitching in the trailer, finding a different movie, and being disappointed. This isn't an action thriller, but a character study. Also, it didn't have the infinite budget of a Lucas or Spielberg film, and I'll bet it didn't look as good on the big screen as it does on DVD. Lots of fun references to every robot movie in the past. Lots of fun detail of it's future non-dystopic (for a change) world.… Expand

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SiAScORCH

Nov 6, 2014

Will Smith does a great job in this movie and I think the movie benefited from having him in it. It has a lot of action, however the story line is a bit lacking but it makes up for it in other ways. One thing that the movie shows you is that even with rules being in placed, sometimes theWill Smith does a great job in this movie and I think the movie benefited from having him in it. It has a lot of action, however the story line is a bit lacking but it makes up for it in other ways. One thing that the movie shows you is that even with rules being in placed, sometimes the bigger rule can triumph other ones, which is an interesting aspect. With that being said, they also have parts of the movies where you'll feel sad, particularly the end. It's definitely worth watching.… Expand

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MaddoxWhite

Apr 25, 2021

Either you love this movie, or you hate it. Really weird movie that I'm nostalgia blind to.

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MovieGuys

Dec 31, 2013

I, Robot can be action-packed and fun to watch at some parts, and at some points it can be a bit jumpy and hyper. The movie is predictable, and has no twists and turns. But that's what most people who watch this are looking for. Action and gunfire for story and substance. Fair trade.

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LomaxH.

Jul 28, 2006

[***SPOILERS***] Let me get this straight: The protagonist of the moive is distrustful of robots and thinks there is a massive robot conspiracy because a robot saved his life? What was the point of this movie again? Oh yeah, to generate more income for Will Smith. Pathetic. It is amazing [***SPOILERS***] Let me get this straight: The protagonist of the moive is distrustful of robots and thinks there is a massive robot conspiracy because a robot saved his life? What was the point of this movie again? Oh yeah, to generate more income for Will Smith. Pathetic. It is amazing that studios will spend millions on special effects and "star power" then skimp when it comes to putting together a cogent story. Is it too much to ask to get a movie that makes sense at any point or have actions movies degenerated to the point that all the audience can hope for are lame one liners, bullets, and green screens? That was a rhetorical question, I know what the answer is.… Expand

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