# Next Gen (2018)

> A lonely girl and a top-secret robot become unlikely allies against bullies, rogue machines, and a technology-obsessed schemer.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/363532

## Facts

- Runtime: 105 min
- Genres: Animation, Action, Adventure, Comedy, Family, Science Fiction
- Director: Kevin R. Adams, Joe Ksander
- Cast: John Krasinski, Lo Mutuc, Jason Sudeikis, Michael Peña, David Cross, Constance Wu, Kiana Ledé, Anna Akana
- TMDB rating: 7.0/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7133686/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: brisk
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: witty, uplifting, warm, family movie night, weekend viewing

## Synopsis

A lonely girl discovers friendship and adventure in a world of high-tech robots and bullies.

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