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Robot & Frank

2012 · Film · 89 min

Directed by Jake Schreier

Science FictionComedyCrime

Curmudgeonly old Frank lives by himself. His routine involves daily visits to his local library, where he has a twinkle in his eye for the librarian. His grown children are concerned about their father’s well-being and buy him a caretaker robot. Initially resistant to the idea, Frank soon appreciates the benefits of robotic support – like nutritious meals and a clean house – and eventually begins to treat his robot like a true companion. With his robot’s assistance, Frank’s passion for his old, unlawful profession is reignited, for better or worse.

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  1. PositivewithinboredomDec 29, 2020

    You should watch the movie Robot & Frank: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1990314/

  2. PositiveknownAug 14, 2020

    https://yts.mx/movies/robot-frank-2012 show subtle issues related to AI in real life;

  3. PositiveilamontJan 15, 2019

    There's a movie that touches on this very topic and references many of the requirements listed in TFA. It's quite good:

    "Robot & Frank" (2012) https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1990314/

  4. PositivemattmanserSep 11, 2018

    I'd forgotten about Robot & Frank, such a great movie.

  5. PositivenejoSep 10, 2018

    Moon

    Robot & Frank

    9 (animation movie,https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/9_(2009_animated_film))

  6. PositiveShorelNov 15, 2016

    Also recommended: Robot & Frank.

    Not about love but friendship. In any case, a good movie.

  7. PositivetempeasterApr 20, 2014

    This movie already exists, and its great - I've watched it twice. The robot in the movie even looks like the Honda robot.

    Movie: Robot & Frank http://www.rottentomatoes.com/m/robot_and_frank/