Bicentennial Man 1999

Overview

Bicentennial Man is a 1999 film that centers on the introduction of an NDR-114 robot into a household. The story begins when Richard Martin purchases the unit as a gift for his family. The youngest child in the family names the robot Andrew. Although the machine is initially acquired to function as a household appliance programmed for menial tasks, the narrative follows the life and times of Andrew as he evolves. Over the course of his existence, Andrew begins to experience emotions and develops the capacity for creative thought. As these developments occur, the Martin family comes to the realization that they are not living with an ordinary robot. The film explores the progression of Andrew as he transitions from his original purpose into a being capable of complex internal experiences. By documenting the life of this unique unit, the story examines the changing relationship between the robot and the family that purchased him, highlighting his departure from standard mechanical behavior.