Just saw this. I dug it, though I have to admit that it didn’t meet my expectations. Worth seeing again–the special effects and cinematography were fun–but the characters were so two-dimensional:

Will Smith

“Hi, I’m the caricature of a cop that is angry, but cares. Let me say something smug and hip.”

Scientist Chick

“All scientists are devoid of emotion, and, being a scientist, I therefore have ice water flowing through my veins. However, I did see Will Smith’s cute butt at the start of the film, so I will inevitably succumb to his wiley charms.”

CEO Guy

“I’m the Man, with little time for idle chit-chat and a plan to make boatloads of cash with my capitalist agenda for world domination.”

Robot

“I…I’m alive! I’m a real boy! The hiiiiiiiills are aliiiiiiiive with the sound of muuuuuuusiiiiiiiiic.”

Doubting Police Chief

“Will Smith, I don’t believe you–all robots are always clearly incapable of doing any wrongdoing, ever–so I am taking your badge. However, you may continue to run amok through the city with your firearm.”

Will Smith

“Argh! I’m a lose cannon! I will wave my gun around and disdain authority!”

Scientist Chick

“You’re completely irresistabl–er, irrational. I find the cold logic of the machines better company than your manaical ramblings. Yet, I will entertain your absurd consipiracy theories until the special effects action sequences carry this movie to the final credits.”

CEO Guy

*knocked unconscious*

Robot

“Why do humans cry?”

Scientist Chick

“I will openly imply that your personal growth through this drama seriously increases your chances of a second date.”

Will Smith

*uses street-smarts and Luddite values to save the day*

Robot

*recites original poetry*

Isaac Asimov

*spins in grave*

Fin.