The Mitchells vs. The Machines (2021)

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This episode is all about the threat of robots taking over and one family trying to stop them! That's right, it could be sooner than we think, but before our cell phones plan an apocalypse let's turn to the animated comedy "The Mitchells vs. The Machines"! Directed by Michael Rianda and released in 2021, "The Mitchells vs. The Machines" showcases an incredibly talented cast of voice actors, animation, and story. As the first feature length film that Michael Rianda has directed and released, does it truly live up to the hype? We discuss this and more on our episode this week! Plot: Young Katie Mitchell embarks on a road trip with her proud parents, younger brother and beloved dog to start her first year at film school. But their plans to bond as a family soon get interrupted when the world's electronic devices come to life to stage an uprising. With help from two friendly robots, the Mitchells must now come together to save one another -- and the planet -- from the new technological revolution.