Initial Idea

My initial idea for my grad film is the story of an old factory working robot who is being pushed out of his job by younger, more skilled robots. In this factory the robot workers put together objects, such as boxes, on a production line.

Initially this factory manufactured large boxes and with his large, strong hands the older robot was very adept at his job. But advances in technology allowed the boxes to become smaller and smaller, to the point where the original workers, hired for their sheer strength, were unable to handle the goods without damaging them. Most of the old workers, humongous, chunky robots who are now considered outdated, have been replaced with much more lithe and agile ones. These new workers are robots who possess the precision and dexterity to adeptly manufacture the new tiny boxes.

One original worker persists, however. He is the only 'outdated' robot remaining, a clumsy colossus compared to his graceful co-workers. He tries his best to be good at his job, even though the boxes are now a fraction of the size of his massive hands. More often than not he drops or crushes the precious boxes, earning scornful and mocking reactions from the other workers on the line. The old robot staggers on despite this, determined to be of use and fulfill his function as a factory robot.