Rob1n
Grief drives a brilliant robotics expert to pour his sorrow into a new project, a lifelike doll named Robin. He believes a clockwork surrogate can keep his lost son close, shaping a homebound fantasy that blurs the line between creator and creation. His workshop becomes a sanctuary and a basement... Read more
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About Rob1n
Grief drives a brilliant robotics expert to pour his sorrow into a new project, a lifelike doll named Robin. He believes a clockwork surrogate can keep his lost son close, shaping a homebound fantasy that blurs the line between creator and creation. His workshop becomes a sanctuary and a basement lab where circuits glow and memories of the boy flicker like neon. He shuns therapy, claiming a machine can shoulder the burden better than people, and Robin seems to respond with devoted obedience. But as the doll grows colder and craftier, the boundary between mentor and ward dissolves into a dangerous duet. The story follows a man and his creation spiraling toward a terrifying moral precipice.
Directed by Lawrence Fowler, Rob1n arrives as an original screenplay that leans into his claustrophobic atmosphere and meticulous pacing. The film features Ethan Taylor as Leo, Leona Clarke as Lexi, Simon Davies as Aiden, Michaela Longden as Freya, and Luke James as Sam, delivering a tense ensemble on screen and into the audience.
Box office data has not been publicly disclosed, indicating a release strategy focused on limited theaters and streaming rather than wide blockbuster play. The film has likely circulated within genre circuits, aiming to build a reputation through word of mouth and critical nods, and might appeal mainly to fans of the genre.
No major awards or nominations are publicly listed for Rob1n, which is common for indie genre titles in their initial release window. Still, reviews have drawn attention to the performances and the film's mood, noting it successfully crafts dread without resorting to gore. That said, the strong visual design and ethical questions may attract future recognition as the film expands to broader audiences.
Audiences have given Rob1n a mixed reception, hovering around 5.4 out of 10 from roughly sixty votes. The drama anchors itself in grief and the ethics of creating life, probing how devotion can curdle into control when technology is used to fill an emptiness that refuses to heal. Its mood lingers after credits, inviting discussion about the cost of playing god.
Details
- Release Date
- March 20, 2025
- User Ratings
- 60 votes
- Type
- Movie
- Genres
- Horror, Thriller, Drama
Official Trailer
Cast
Ethan Taylor
Leo
Leona Clarke
Lexi
Simon Davies
Aiden
Michaela Longden
Freya
Luke James
Sam
Maximillian Cherry
Young Robin
Lucas Edwards
Young Aiden
Gareth Tidball
Robin's Mother
Victor Mellors
Detective Proctor
Mollie Hindle-Pérez
Detective Farmer
Director: Lawrence Fowler