Good film, surpassed expectations

Rating: 8/10 (15 February 2005)

I was extensively warned about this film by people telling me how bad it was, thus i watched it with very low expectations. However when i did get round to watching it i found it a very well made movie. This film is not "Shawshank Redemption" or Citizen Cane but it does not try to be, and that is a good thing. "I Robot" is simply a fun and enjoyable action movie with just the right amount of seriousness. Unlike A.I. which is completely over dramatic and sentimental, and most modern blockbusters, this gets the balance right. It is not a flawless movie, there are some Hollywood clichés and Will Smith is sometimes undecided in how to play his role. However the action is entertaining and the plot not completely predictable, which cannot be said for most blockbusters nowadays. Overall if you want a good watchable action film that wont make your brain completely switch off then i recommend it.