A Robocop; a police officer that’s part man and part machine; isn’t a bad idea. Even given the technological malfunctions that are bound to happen, he still has many advantages over a regular person in a uniform. He also has superhuman strength. He’s able to bend the barrel of a gun with his bare hand, so the violent criminals of Detroit don’t stand much of a chance when he’s on the force.

This movie, a decent sci-fi action flick, also takes on his Frankenstein-esque psychological baggage. Murphy used to be a normal cop until he was gunned down by a street gang. Now he’s essentially dead with a brain replaced by computer codes, prime directives and dry humor, but he still has memories and emotions, which, along with an open mouth area, make him somewhat vulnerable.

my rating : 3 of 5

1987