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In the world of the movie Robots, the universe is populated entirely by robots of all shapes and sizes, each with a specific job to do. Among them, Rodney Copperbottom (voiced by Ewan McGregor) is a young, idealistic inventor who dreams of making the world a better place. However, when he travels to the big city to meet his idol, the celebrated inventor Bigweld (Mel Brooks), he discovers that things are not as he imagined. The corporation overseen by the villainous Ratchet (Greg Kinnear) is trying to discontinue spare parts and repair to dominate the robot world. With the help of his new friends, the lounge-singing Fender (Robin Williams), the sassy robot Cappy (Halle Berry), and a group of misfit bots known as the Rusties, Rodney sets out to save the day and promote the concept of working together to accomplish common goals — something that the robots haven’t yet learned.

As Rodney navigates the city's neon-lit landscape, he encounters a range of cleverly designed robots, all with unique personalities and quirks. There's Aunt Fanny (Jennifer Coolidge), a friendly robot who works in the bakery and has a cushion-like appearance, and Madame Gasket (Jim Broadbent), the sinister mother of Ratchet who plans to put an end to spare parts production. There’s also a robot named Wonderbot, who reminds Rodney that even as machines, they represent something more important: creativity and imagination.

What makes Robots such a fun and engaging experience is its unique blend of visual spectacle and heartwarming storylines. The creativity and detail that went into the design of each robot is second to none, with machines of all sizes and abilities filling every frame with wonder and excitement. The animation is top-notch and the colors are bold and bright, making every scene bustle with energy and life.

What's more, it's all held together by a genuinely touching story about friendship, family, and the importance of standing up for what you believe in. Rodney's belief that anyone can make a positive difference in the world is infectious, and it’s impossible not to root for him as he teams up with the Rusties to take down Ratchet and his evil mother. The characters are all charming and endearing in their unique ways, and even the villains are given their moments of deliciously over-the-top dialogue and action.

If there's one thing that Robots teaches its young audience, it's that everyone has something special to offer, no matter how small or insignificant they may seem. It's a lesson that is relevant to people of all ages, and it’s delivered with such charm and sweetness that it will likely leave most viewers with a delighted grin on their face.

In conclusion, Robots is an absolute delight of a movie, packed with stunning visuals, lovable characters, and a heartwarming message about the power of friendship and imagination. Whether you're an adult looking for a nostalgic trip back to childhood or a young viewer experiencing the movie for the first time, Robots is a winner.

Robots is a 2005 animated movie with a runtime of 1 hour and 30 minutes. It has received moderate reviews from critics and viewers, who have given it an IMDb score of 6.4 and a MetaScore of 64.