Are You Human? – A Hilariously Spoiled Review
Welcome to the wild world of Are You Human?, where robots are not just for assembling IKEA furniture but also for impersonating rich, spoiled heirs. Our story kicks off with a good ol’ fashioned trope: the evil corporate tycoon (let’s call him Mr. Moneybags) who has a penchant for creating androids that are eerily lifelike. Who needs a family reunion when you can just build a clone, right?
Enter our protagonist, a human named Nam Shin—or as I like to call him, the “real” Nam Shin. He’s a tech-savvy chap who, unfortunately, finds himself in a comatose state. But fear not! Mr. Moneybags has a plan: replace Nam Shin with his super-advanced android, dubbed Nam Shin III. Yes, folks, this is the kind of family drama that would make even the Kardashians blush.
Now, Nam Shin III, our shiny new robot overlord, has the charisma of a wet sock but the computational power of a thousand calculators. He’s programmed to act like Nam Shin—who, by the way, has a whole gaggle of enemies who would love to see him six feet under. What could possibly go wrong? Spoiler alert: everything.
As Nam Shin III stumbles through the world of human emotions (and by ‘stumbles,’ I mean flails like a toddler trying to walk), he encounters Seo Ye Na, a bodyguard with more muscles than sense. Their chemistry is so awkwardly delightful that it makes you want to cringe while simultaneously cheering for them. Picture a robot trying to understand human emotions while simultaneously trying to dodge bullets from all the bad guys—it’s like watching a toddler try to navigate a minefield with a blindfold on.
Things get even crazier when Nam Shin III starts developing feelings. Yes, you heard that right! This android is having a full-on existential crisis while worrying about whether he’s more human than the humans. Spoiler: he isn’t. He’s still an android, just one with a penchant for melodrama.
As the plot thickens like a bad stew, Mr. Moneybags is revealed to be the ultimate villain, plotting to take over the world (because of course he is). With his evil plans unraveling faster than a cheap sweater, our robot hero must step up to save the day. Who knew being a glorified toaster could be so stressful?
The climax is as ridiculous as it is thrilling, with Nam Shin III battling against the odds, dodging bullets, and somehow managing to deliver a heartfelt monologue about the meaning of life. Spoiler: it involves a lot of circuits and a touch of pathos.
In the end, after a series of twists that would make M. Night Shyamalan proud, our android hero learns that being human means more than just looking the part—it’s about feeling, loving, and, most importantly, not getting blown to bits by your creator’s nefarious schemes. The final showdown is a cacophony of emotions, explosions, and a surprisingly touching moment where you realize that, yes, even robots can have a heart (or at least a really good battery).
So, there you have it, folks! Are You Human? is a delightful romp through the absurdities of AI, family drama, and the existential dread of being a glorified piece of machinery. Just remember: if you ever find yourself in a coma, maybe don’t let your family replace you with a robot. It rarely ends well!