The Adventure of A.R.I.: My Robot Friend

There is very little in this for adults Kids seem to enjoy the robot.

The acting is second rate The plot is second rate The sound is ok The animation is ok

its fine to keep the kids busy for 90 mins

The movie had lots of promise but was undelivered. The cheap sets and substandard acting, let the movie down. Plus the more you get to know A.R.I., the more unrealistic he becomes - not that an AI robot with child like qualities is realistic to begin with.

Having said that, the design of A.R.I. is surprisingly nicely done. Very likeable character with a suitable voice to suit. But from time to time the CGI is made obvious compared to the quality of the background. Or rather the overlapping of the CGI over real images does not match well.

There is some style-ist violence, so parental guidance is recommended for viewing for the much younger audiences.

Short Circuit, meets D.A.R.Y.L., meets Chappie, was never going to work without a decent original script, decent actors and, decent special effects. One of the reviews sums it up completely. Their children were in it, gives a whole new meaning to "family movie".

I was excited for this movie to come out because my children were extras. I was pleasantly surprised at how enjoyable it was to watch. The whole family can get a great laugh and lesson watching the film. Kudos!!

Nice film for youngsters. I enjoyed it as a adult watch it knowing what it is. And you may just enjoy it. Not for some but for most that have a open mind.