Metropolis
In the midst of societal conflict in the futuristic city of Metropolis, Kenichi and his uncle Shunsaku Ban set out to uncover the mystery behind the first human-like robot, Tima.
Release Year
2001
Runtime
107 min
Audience Score
7.1
Genres
Animation, Science Fiction
Story Snapshot
In the midst of societal conflict in the futuristic city of Metropolis, Kenichi and his uncle Shunsaku Ban set out to uncover the mystery behind the first human-like robot, Tima.
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Metropolis is a mind-bending pick with high complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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