The concept of robots in films goes back much farther than people actually give it credit for. However, as the 70’s came around, robots began to make more and more appearances in Hollywood and the films they produced. Some of those films became classics, while others became infamous for how poor they were. However, films with robots aren’t going anywhere, so we’ll be going to reflect on some fantastic movies with robots in them and how future movies might take a page or two out of their scripts.
The Terminator
Before you say it, yes, we all know the phrase “I’ll be back.” This robot classic takes place in the distant future of 2029 (so get ready for a cyber dystopia), when robots have gained sentience, decided that humanity are their natural enemies, and are well on their way to wiping out the last vestiges of it.
The newest cog in this machine are robots called “Terminators,” robots that can look human, but have none of their emotions or weaknesses. Human resistance fighters go into the past so that they can protect the mother of what will become the leader of the human resistance. With Arnold Schwarzenegger playing the lead villain, and with the action and suspense the original brought, it is no surprise that there are sequels and spin offs as late as 2019.
The newest cog in this machine are robots called “Terminators,” robots that can look human, but have none of their emotions or weaknesses. Human resistance fighters go into the past so that they can protect the mother of what will become the leader of the human resistance. With Arnold Schwarzenegger playing the lead villain, and with the action and suspense the original brought, it is no surprise that there are sequels and spin offs as late as 2019.
RoboCop
Robocop is a classic story of vengeance and justice. Alex Murphy is a stand-up cop in a crime-ridden Detroit, Michigan. At least, he was, before he was blasted to pieces by thugs and criminals. Revived and repaired using the latest and newest technologies, RoboCop becomes a test run to see if a robot police officer could work. And boy, it did!
Robot Alex Murphy, not entirely aware of who he was, began hunting down those responsible for his own near-death, and the torment and pain caused to others. With several, albeit less successful, sequels and an appearance in the latest installment of Mortal Kombat, it is safe to assume that RoboCop has left an impression on the digital world.
Robot Alex Murphy, not entirely aware of who he was, began hunting down those responsible for his own near-death, and the torment and pain caused to others. With several, albeit less successful, sequels and an appearance in the latest installment of Mortal Kombat, it is safe to assume that RoboCop has left an impression on the digital world.
Alita: Battle Angel
Based off of the comic with the same name, Alita: Battle Angel circles around a futuristic society, where the poor struggle on the ground while the rich and influential live on a floating island above them all. Enter Alita, a robot found and repaired, who comes from a bygone age. With skills that even she cannot begin to understand, she takes the fight to other evil robots and the mastermind behind them. This robot movie works well with its visuals, overall story, as well as the fighting and action scenes. It really has a good futuristic vibe.
Big Hero 6
Most people wouldn’t call this a “robot movie,” but since one of the two main characters is a robot, we’ll throw it into the mix. Big Hero 6 may be a cartoon movie made by Disney, but it doesn’t pull any punches and deals with real issues like loss, friendship, and working past the desire for revenge. Hiro, the protagonist, is paired up with Baymax, a robot his brother made to help people before. This robot is the last remaining connection to his brother, who dies in a fire.
Throughout the film, Baymax provides comedic moments (since he looks like a sentient marshmallow), but also doesn’t hesitate to ask Hiro serious questions about what will make him feel better and what will be best for him. This is the only movie on the list where the robot doesn’t bring death and destruction to somebody, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t a great movie.
Throughout the film, Baymax provides comedic moments (since he looks like a sentient marshmallow), but also doesn’t hesitate to ask Hiro serious questions about what will make him feel better and what will be best for him. This is the only movie on the list where the robot doesn’t bring death and destruction to somebody, but that doesn’t mean it isn’t a great movie.
