I, Robot
This is not your father's I, Robot. (I being said father.) This isn't even Isaac Asimov's I, Robot. However, I, Robot, starring Will Smith, is worth seeing at the theatre. You won't be mesmerized by the cinematography. Your life won't be changed by the ethical dilemmas posed. You won't "fall in love all over again."
You will be entertained. If you like Will Smith you will like him here. If you don't like Will Smith you'll be happy that he is much more subdued in this film. If you like special effects and CGI, you'll enjoy yourself. But don't expect any ground breaking special effects. This film does just what it needs and not a stop motion more.
Some reviewers may harp this film lacks the human touch. Forgive them, because they didn't read Asimov. He could see the subtle emotions. Asimov understood that often the ones most afraid of (and most attracted to) robots were the ones who most resembled their metal helpers.
If you are looking for a faithful adaptation of the book --- try to remember that it was a short story collection. This is an action film of the 00s. This isn't Harlan Ellison's tour-de-force script from the 90s (or 80s.) Susan Calvin is not the star of this movie.
If you're looking for a storyline out of Dickens and dialogue out of Shakespere, you're far too picky. The story isn't Asimov, but the plotline is Asimovian. The idea is to get the characters from A to B without hoopla. There is a mystery to be solved. That's the plot and if you enjoy the ride you'll walk away from I' Robot happy you spent your $5.25. I'm happy.
