# Robot & Frank (2012)

> A retired cat burglar recruits his robot caretaker for one last scheme while confronting the fragile boundaries between independence, memory, and care.

Canonical page: https://ember.film/movie/59878

## Facts

- Runtime: 89 min
- Genres: Science Fiction, Comedy, Crime
- Director: Jake Schreier
- Cast: Frank Langella, Liv Tyler, James Marsden, Susan Sarandon, Peter Sarsgaard, Jeremy Strong, Jeremy Sisto, Bonnie Bentley
- TMDB rating: 6.9/10
- IMDb: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1990314/

## Ember's analysis

- Pacing: measured
- Intensity: moderate
- Complexity: accessible
- Violence: mild
- Mood: witty, warm, bittersweet, quiet evening, reflective movie night

## Synopsis

An unlikely partnership emerges between a retired thief and his robotic caretaker, leading to unexpected adventures.

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