Late last week, Elon Musk held his “We Robot” event at the Warner Bros. lot in Burbank, California, where he offered a glimpse at three upcoming products: their much-anticipated self-driving robotaxi (Cybercab), their autonomous Robovan, and Optimus, a versatile autonomous robot that can essentially do anything. While many attendees were impressed, there’s one person who’s not as enthusiastic about Musk’s latest gadgets.
Alex Proyas, director of the 2004 sci-fi film “I, Robot,” starring Will Smith, has voiced his reaction to Tesla’s new products, expressing that they look strikingly familiar… Proyas took to X (formerly Twitter) over the weekend and remarked, “Hey Elon, can I have my designs back please?”
Filmmaker Matt Granger, who served as an assistant to Proyas on “I, Robot,” also chimed in, stating, “I too wish to offer my full-fingered ‘f*ck you’ to Elon and his utter lack of creativity.”
As of now, Elon Musk has not responded to either Proyas or Granger regarding their comments or the comparisons to the iconic film.
Hey Elon, Can I have my designs back please? #ElonMusk #Elon_Musk pic.twitter.com/WPgxHevr6E
— Alex Proyas (@alex_proyas) October 13, 2024
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More On The iRobot Comparisons:
“I, Robot” is a science fiction film set in a future where robots are an integral part of everyday life, governed by strict laws designed to ensure their safety and obedience to humans. The narrative follows Detective Del Spooner, portrayed by Will Smith, as he investigates a murder that may have been committed by a robot, which would violate the foundational laws. As Spooner delves deeper into the case, he uncovers a conspiracy that challenges the very essence of humanity and raises profound questions about free will, morality, and the potential dangers of artificial intelligence.
The film has drawn notable comparisons to Elon Musk’s new robots, particularly in light of the ongoing discussions surrounding AI and robotics in the real world. Musk, a prominent advocate for advanced AI technologies, has also expressed concerns about their societal implications. The parallels arise from the ethical dilemmas depicted in *I, Robot*, where advanced robots possess capabilities that could lead to unforeseen consequences. As Musk’s robots and AI systems continue to evolve, many share apprehensions similar to those illustrated in the film.
However, the Tesla CEO has previously described his robots as “a general purpose, bi-pedal, humanoid robot capable of performing tasks that are unsafe, repetitive or boring.” He elaborated at the event, “What can it do? It’ll do anything you want.” Musk continued, “It can be a teacher, babysit your kids. It can walk your dog, mow your lawn, get the groceries, just be your friend, serve drinks. Whatever you can think of, it will do.”