Next Gen

In a future metropolis, a lonely girl named 7723 befriends a powerful but amnesiac combat robot. Together, they embark on a perilous journey to stop a mad scientist from weaponizing the robot and destroying the city. Along the way, the girl helps the robot recover its memories, forming a deep bond amidst the chaos.

Next Gen received mixed to positive reviews, with many critics praising its visual style, action sequences, and emotional core, while some found its plot predictable and derivative of other sci-fi tropes. Audience reception was generally favorable, appreciating its animation and themes of friendship and identity.

• Praised for its vibrant animation and exciting action sequences.
• Appreciated for its heartfelt exploration of friendship and self-discovery.
• Criticized by some for predictable storytelling and familiar sci-fi elements.

Google audience: Google users largely enjoyed 'Next Gen,' highlighting its impressive animation, engaging story, and the touching relationship between the main characters. Some viewers felt the plot could have been more original, but the overall sentiment was positive.

Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the 11th Annie Awards.

The character of 7723 was initially conceived as a younger, more vulnerable version of a character from another project by the filmmakers, but evolved into her own unique identity during development.