

In a world where walking, talking, digitally connected bots have become children's best friends, an 11-year-old finds that his robot buddy doesn't quite work the same as the others do.
Acting
Zach Galifianakis's glitchy vocal performance is somehow heartbreaking
Writing
Sharp satire of Big Tech that kids actually understand
Direction
Aardman's tactile sensibility meets sleek CGI worldbuilding

Director
Sarah Smith
Trivia, insights & behind the scenes
This was Locksmith Animation's first feature and the first non-Aardman film directed by Sarah Smith (Arthur Christmas).
Released during the 2021 pandemic, its themes of digital connection replacing physical friendship hit uncomfortably close to home for locked-down families.