Looking for a different kind of friendship story? In Robot Dreams, a lonely dog in Manhattan constructs a robot companion, and the two become fast friends, inseparable against the backdrop of 1980s New York City. This weird, unexpected relationship is the core of Spanish filmmaker Pablo Berger’s directorial debut, a dialogue-free adaptation of Sara Varon’s popular graphic novel.
Robot Dreams was a hit at Cannes last year when it premiered in the Special Screenings section. Already it has been showered with accolades from various festivals and regional critic groups. At the 36th European Film Awards it won Best Animated Feature.
Here’s the official synopsis: DOG is a lonely dog who lives in Manhattan. One day he decides to build himself a pal robot. Their friendship grows, until they become inseparable, to the rhythm of New York in the 80s. One late summer night, Dog with great sorrow, is forced to abandon ROBOT on the beach. Will they ever meet again?
NEON will release Robot Dreams into theaters later this year.
