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Tobey Maguire's robot role

9 months ago 07th Sep 14:00

Tobey Maguire is set to play a giant robot in his new movie.

Tobey will also produce 'Robotech', which is based on an 80s Japanese cartoon TV series about a group of robots known as mechas, and is currently considering taking the lead role.

He said: "We are very excited to bring 'Robotech' to the big screen. There is a rich mythology that will be a great foundation for a sophisticated, smart and entertaining film."

The futuristic film is set at a time when Earth has developed robots using technology found on an alien space craft that crashed on a South Pacific island.

Humans then use the massive machines to defend themselves against a series of alien invasions.

The screenplay will be penned by first-time writer Craig Zahler, and Warner Bros. Pictures - who have picked up the rights to the film - are reportedly hoping to turn it into a money-spinning franchise.

'Robotech' follows a current trend in Hollywood for robot movies.

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