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Robot & Frank

Play trailer Poster for Robot & Frank PG-13 Released Aug 24, 2012 1h 30m Comedy Drama Sci-Fi Play Trailer Watchlist
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An aging, cantankerous ex-cat burglar finds his zest for life renewed when he trains his robotic caretaker to help him commit heists.
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Led by a brilliant performance from star Frank Langella, Robot & Frank works as both a quirky indie drama and as a smart, thoughtful meditation on aging.

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Deborah Ross The Spectator It's OK, I guess, as far as it goes, but it doesn't go far enough, and, in the end, settles for what I most feared it would settle for: sentimentality. Sep 4, 2018 Full Review Ryan Gilbey New Statesman Robot & Frank, on the other hand, is a tonic of a film: it's all understatement. The whimsical but whip-smart tone suggests a liveaction version of a Pixar movie Oct 3, 2017 Full Review Larushka Ivan-Zadeh metro.co.uk Ageing, isolation, broken families, memory and the impact of modern technology are all playfully woven through a smart, comforting narrative that's at once immensely satisfying yet wonderfully unexpected. Rated: 4/5 Sep 5, 2017 Full Review Debbie Lynn Elias Behind The Lens Rooted in genuine charm and the brilliant performance by Frank Langella, Robot & Frank steals your heart. Nov 27, 2019 Full Review Katie Smith-Wong Flick Feast Robot & Frank is a sensitive and heart-warming story thanks to the strong lead performance from [Frank] Langella. Rated: 3.5/5 Nov 25, 2019 Full Review Brian D. Johnson Maclean's Magazine I know what you're thinking: you couldn't drag me to see a buddy movie about some batty old guy and his robot butler. But Robot & Frank is far better than it has any right to be. Jul 31, 2019 Full Review Read all reviews

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Audience Member bland and unlikeable characters, nothing special at all. i get why people like this movie but it does absolutely nothing for me. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 05/07/24 Full Review matthias s "Robot & Frank" delivers a unique blend of science fiction and heartfelt drama. The film's premise of an elderly man forming an unlikely bond with a caregiving robot adds a fresh perspective to the genre. Frank Langella's performance as the aging protagonist brings depth and authenticity to the character, contributing significantly to the film's appeal. While the concept is intriguing, the pacing can feel uneven at times, causing the narrative to meander. The plot, while engaging, lacks a certain level of depth and exploration into the implications of the human-robot relationship. Additionally, some supporting characters could have been further developed to enhance the overall storytelling. The film's strength lies in its ability to balance humor and sentimentality, making it an enjoyable watch. However, a more in-depth exploration of the thematic elements could have elevated "Robot & Frank" to a higher cinematic level. Despite its flaws, the movie succeeds in providing a touching exploration of companionship in the age of artificial intelligence. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/15/24 Full Review Roberto R It's a movie that suggested several topics to filmów and in the end none develops,all that gives in a strange anegdotę with equally strange turns, not to Say ridiculous, in the end,it's a movie with a lot potencial,wich in the end is only a story without 'substance',leaving the feeling that invests 90 minutes for nothing; I also find it unpleasant that theft is normalized and seen as a good thing as long as no one gets hurt, that's absurd. Rated 0.5 out of 5 stars 08/21/23 Full Review Gareth v A clever and poignant movie about ageing, technology and staying relevant. Enjoyable. Rated 4 out of 5 stars 06/20/23 Full Review dane p Clever movie! enjoyable and easy to watch Rated 4 out of 5 stars 10/03/22 Full Review Sameir A The film is not an amazing one, yet it gives a smooth watching experience without hitch. Watchable if you have enough time to pass. This film reminds me of a Malayalam movie as well, which can be easily guessed. Rated 3 out of 5 stars 01/05/22 Full Review Read all reviews
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Movie Info

Synopsis An aging, cantankerous ex-cat burglar finds his zest for life renewed when he trains his robotic caretaker to help him commit heists.
Director
Jake Schreier
Producer
Lance Acord, Galt Niederhoffer, Jackie Kelman Bisbee, Sam Bisbee
Screenwriter
Christopher D. Ford
Distributor
Samuel Goldwyn Company
Production Co
Park Pictures, Dog Run Pictures
Rating
PG-13 (Some Language)
Genre
Comedy, Drama, Sci-Fi
Original Language
English
Release Date (Theaters)
Aug 24, 2012, Limited
Release Date (Streaming)
Sep 7, 2014
Box Office (Gross USA)
$3.3M
Runtime
1h 30m
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