I, Bored.

Rating: 5/10 (30 July 2015)

I, Robot (2004): Dir: Alex Proyas / Cast: Will Smith, Bridget Moynahan, Bruce Greenwood, James Cromwell, Chi McBride: Science fiction action film about identity set in 2035 where robots are a common household item. Will Smith plays a cop who believes that a robot is responsible for the murder of its creator. Interesting concept is interrupted in its overuse of mindless action and an ending that is truly disappointing. Director Alex Proyas is backed by overwhelming robotic characters that certainly have more appeal than the screenplay. This is nowhere near as intriguing and captivating as his Dark City. Smith is effective because he shelters a secret of his own that regards his prejudice against robots. He carries the film while supporting roles are cardboard. Bridget Moynahan is disappointing saying her dialogue as if she was reading it. Bruce Greenwood was terrific in The Sweet Hereafter however, films such as this are placing him in career danger of becoming expendable. James Cromwell is best remembered for his great work in Babe but here he is featured as a useless hologram. Perhaps it was his method of distancing himself from this overrated visual farce and hoping for superior work. The film argues that our trust in technology will eventually consume us. That is a provocative theme but its delivery should have the robots going on strike before a sequel is made. Score: 5 ½ / 10