Will Smith charms as a quietly cynical cop (aren't they all?) in this robovision of the future. Back at the time of its release, it seemed incredibly sci-fi - now it feels like we are well and truly on the trajectory. With the advent of Alex, Google Now et al - voice activated everything is already here as are electric self driving cars. It is, of course, the little details they get wrong. Few wear bluetooth ear sets and a society this high tech would not need staff to identify themselves - buildings would simply know.
The story itself raids some of the best of Asimov's robot stories. The only surprise is that there was never a sequel as I'd have liked to have seen more of Moynahan's Calvin. She plays her slightly softer than the books indicate, but together with Smith they make a good investigative pairing.
A final note on the blu-ray release. It looks absolutely stunning. Not quite up there detail wise with the best of modern films, but pretty good all in all.
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