Making Mr. Right

A driven advertising executive, Frankie Stone, is tasked with creating a marketing campaign for a new android butler named Ulysses, developed by her estranged ex-boyfriend, Jeff Peters. As she spends time with Ulysses to understand the product, she finds herself drawn to its charming and attentive nature. Meanwhile, Jeff struggles to keep his creation under control and deal with his lingering feelings for Frankie, leading to a humorous love triangle between a woman, her ex-boyfriend, and the android he built.

Making Mr. Right received a mixed to negative reception from critics, who found its premise intriguing but its execution flawed. While some praised the performances, particularly John Malkovich's dual role, many felt the film struggled to balance its comedic and romantic elements with its science fiction concept. Audience reception was similarly lukewarm, with the film failing to make a significant impact at the box office.

• A charming premise hampered by an uneven script.

• John Malkovich's performance as both the awkward inventor and the suave android is a highlight.

• The film struggles to find its tone, oscillating between light comedy and more serious romantic drama without fully succeeding at either.

Google audience: Audience reviews are scarce, but those available suggest a mixed bag, with some appreciating the unique concept and Malkovich's performance, while others found the plot predictable and underdeveloped.

The android Ulysses was designed to be the perfect romantic partner, which led to some interesting ethical questions within the film's narrative.