Roz is a robot who finds herself stranded on an island, with no memory of how she got there and no idea how to survive. She takes to observing the wildlife around her, camouflaging herself in order to learn from the locals. Over time, she is able to understand the creatures, and begins to acclimate them to her robotic form. When it becomes clear that her makers are looking for her, and not kindly, Roz must convince the animals to help her evade the newer robots.
I, Robot by Isaac Asimov is a collection of interconnected short stories exploring the evolution of robots and their interactions with humans. Set in a future where robots are governed by the Three Laws of Robotics, the stories are framed through the reminiscences of Dr. Susan Calvin, a robopsychologist. The narrative examines advanced artificial intelligence's ethical, moral and societal implications. Highlighting scenarios where the Three Laws create unforeseen dilemmas.
Summary: The Wild Robot by Peter Brown is a heartwarming tale about Roz, a robot who finds herself stranded on a wild and remote island. Initially viewed as an outsider by the island's animal inhabitants, Roz gradually learns to adapt to her surroundings and forms unexpected friendships. Through her experiences, she discovers the true meaning of empathy, friendship, and community.
Klara and the Sun by Kazuo Ishiguro takes place in a hypothetical, dystopian future where the world has less socially and culturally developed children. This technologically advanced society crafts emotionally intelligent robots who are geared to become friends with their patron. Ishiguro’s novel follows the robot AF (artificial friend), Klara, and her journey.
After crash landing off the coast of Maine, The Iron Giant (Vin Diesel) finds himself at a power plant, where he is rescued by Hogarth Hughes (Eli Marienthal). After discovering him, Hogarth practically adopts the giant and helps him evade the public and especially a nosy government agent, Kent Mansley (Christopher McDonald).
