Dog lives in Manhattan and he’s tired of being alone, so one day he decides to build himself a companion, Robot. Their friendship blossoms, and they become inseparable, together exploring the sights and sounds of 1980s New York. But one summer night, Dog, with great sadness, is forced to abandon Robot at the beach. Will they ever meet again?
Based on the popular graphic novel by Sara Varon, and the first animation from Spanish director Pablo Berger, Robot Dreams is a dialogue-free love story about friendship – its importance, meaning and fragility.
Wise and wistful, charming and often sharply humorous, with evocative sound design and a lovely soundtrack (including joyous use of Earth, Wind & Fire’s dance-floor filler September), it’s full of nods to silent cinema classics.
Nominated for Best Animated Feature at the 2024 Academy Awards.
Robot Dreams is rated PG, as it contains mild rude humour. For fans of The Iron Giant, Zootropolis, and Marcel the Shell with Shoes On.
F-Rated: Based on the graphic novel by Sara Varon
Animation For All
Inspired by the abundance of incredible animated films coming to Showroom’s screens in 2026, Animation for All is a mini-season running throughout February and March celebrating the bold, beautiful, boundary pushing works.
Family Time
Family Time screenings are relaxed and feature Hard of Hearing subtitles (where possible) and low-level lighting for accessibility and comfort for all. All tickets are £6. Films including Hard of Hearing Subtitles include the 'S' badge.
Director Pablo Berger
Year 2023
Duration
1h 42m
Language No Dialogue