Robo-G
Robo-G

Robo-G

2012Movie112 minJapanese

Three engineers cannot make a robot work in time for a science show, and hire a man to inhabit the robot's shell to save their jobs. The robot's performance at the show attracts media attention and scrutiny from a science student.

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IMDb5.8/10
Director: Shinobu YaguchiGenres: Comedy, Sci-Fi

Plot Summary

In a near-future Japan, a robotics company unveils a new humanoid robot, "Robo-G," capable of performing various tasks. However, during its demonstration, the robot malfunctions and develops a peculiar obsession with bananas, leading to comical and chaotic situations. The company's eccentric founder and a group of scientists must find a way to fix Robo-G before it causes irreparable damage or becomes a global embarrassment.

Critical Reception

Robo-G was a modest success in Japan, praised for its lighthearted humor and quirky premise, though some critics found its plot to be somewhat predictable. It was generally seen as a fun, family-friendly film with a unique take on the robot genre.

What Reviewers Say

  • Praised for its quirky and humorous premise.
  • Enjoyed for its lighthearted take on robot-centric stories.
  • Some viewers found the plot development to be a bit simplistic.

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Fun Fact

The film was inspired by the director's own childhood fascination with robots and the idea of giving them unexpected, human-like quirks.

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