I, Robot
Summary
Isaac Asimovis one of the most fertile science - fiction authors of all fourth dimension , and his work has been turned into TV shows and motion picture — butone of his film adaptations is overdue for a remake as a television series . AlthoughAsimov ’s good adaptationsare faithful to their germ material , others are less true to his written material and less successful as a result . Some project reassign Asimov ’s stories to the screen with the utmost respect , whereas others wholly make over them .
There is one Asimov adaptation , in special , that fails to enchant the intricacies of the account it ’s base on . The labor is overdue for a remake , and Hollywood should revisit it with a greater eye to detail than the last effort . The motion picture in question ignores Asimov ’s deep world - building , but a boob tube remake could remedy this error . If done well , it could even kick off an intact universe of Asimov ’s stories .
Will Smith’s I, Robot (2004) Needs A Remake
It Ignored A Lot Of Isaac Asimov’s Book
AlthoughI , Robotis based on an Asimov novel , it only uses the general premise of the source ’s work . Although a handful of character name and Asimov ’s Three Laws of Robotics carry over into the picture show , that is where the similarity cease . The picture features a news report that ’s unrecognizable to fans of the Holy Writ , with even the main character , Del Spooner ( Will Smith ) , being unique to the film . The film adjustment ofI , Robottakes on a traditional Hollywood narration , with all the assay-mark of a science - fiction megahit .
Although this was likely a choice made to maximise the movie ’s commercial appeal , it came at the expense of the original structure and intent of Asimov ’s work . As with other Asimov adjustment , I , Robotfeatures his three laws . However , it uses them as a predictable plot gadget , whereas the novel explores these rule in detail , as well as how they interact with one another in various scenario . RemakingI , Robotwith this in mind would allow for a more effective showing of the complexities of Isaac Asimov ’s Three Laws of Robotics .
Asimov ’s Three Laws of Robotics also look in Robin Williams’Bicentennial Man(1999 ) .
An Anthology Series Would Suit I, Robot Perfectly
A Format Change Is Needed
Despite the need for a remake , producing anotherI , Robotmovie would not be the right move . Asimov ’s original loop takes the form of a collection of short stories . Although the stories do interact with one another , they also work as standalone tale . This is whyI , Robotshould be developed as a sci - fi anthology series . Netflix has had success with sci - fi storytelling in this data format , with shows likeBlack MirrorandLove , Death & Robotsboth working well .
Each episode ofanI , Robotanthology series could focus on a particular story or eccentric from the source material . The nature of the formatting permit each tale to get ample cover fourth dimension rather than attempt to match all the detail into one motion pictorial matter . Characters from the 2004 film , such as Dr. Calvin ( Bridget Moynahan ) and Dr. Lanning ( James Cromwell ) , are taken from the book but are immensely different compare with their original versions . Those conversant with the originalI , Robotfilm would recognize these names when watching the serial publication but would be afforded the opportunity to see more faithful renditions .
Anthology series may not be the most common contour of television , however , they absolutely fend out for their unequaled frame and interesting stories .
Foundation Shows An I, Robot Show Can Work
Apple’sFoundationfaithfully quicken another one of Asimov ’s tale , and it does so in the format of a idiot box show . Although certainFoundationbook changeswere made during the adaption unconscious process , the heart of the story stay integral . give theI , Robotnovel the same handling would mean a more precise on - screen interpretation . A reboot of theI , Robotfranchise also makes a crossover withFoundationpossible . Many of Asimov ’s books take place in a shared universe , and this includesI , Robotand theFoundationseries . AlthoughI , Robotis set long before the event ofFoundation , certain character possess the ability to endure the millennium that severalize them .
The Three Laws of Robotics have already been reference inFoundation , so it ’s imaginable that the events of theI , Robotnovel have already occurred in the world of the show . Depending on how far intoFoundation’spast anI , Robotanthology would be set , the door could be open for a cameo from Lady Demerzel ( Laura Birn ) , point her spirit before her service to Empire . Not taking this opportunity to addI , Robotto theFoundationuniverse would be a missed opportunity .
