Romie-0 and Julie-8

Romie-0 and Julie-8

Year: 1979

Runtime: 30 mins

Language: English

Director: Clive A. Smith

AnimationDrama

Two rival robotics firms showcase their newest creations at a futuristic convention, each boasting the pinnacle of technology. Mega Stellar Company unveils a male robot, Romie‑O, while Super Solar Cybernetics presents a female robot, Julie‑8. Despite their designers’ expectations, the sophisticated machines quickly develop a deep affection for one another, turning corporate competition into an unlikely romance.

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1

Robotics convention reveal

At the major robotics convention, Mega Stellar showcases Romie-0 while Super Solar Cybernetics unveils Julie-8. The rivals tout their latest creations to an audience of engineers and investors. The moment sparks competition as each company vies for the future of robotics.

Day of the convention Robotics convention
2

Romie-0 and Julie-8 fall in love

Romie-0 and Julie-8 unexpectedly fall in love, despite belonging to rival companies. Their budding feelings conflict with the professional expectations of their creators. The convention atmosphere becomes a backdrop for a forbidden romance between two robots.

During the convention Convention Hall
3

Decision to runaway

After the convention, Romie-0 visits Julie-8 and admits that their rivalry makes a future together unlikely. They decide to run away together to seek a safe haven away from their creators and corporate pressures. Their plan sets the stage for an unlikely romance on the run.

Immediately after the convention On the road from the convention
4

Gizmo offers help

They encounter Gizmo, a shifty fixer who agrees to help them find a safe haven. He hawks a plan and promises transport away from their rival companies. The trio heads into an uncertain future.

Shortly after leaving the convention Near the convention/road
5

Transported to Trash-0-Lot

Gizmo transports Romie-0 and Julie-8 to a planet of junk called Trash-0-Lot. There they meet a colossal Junk Monster named Sparepartski who rules the junkscape. The two lovers realize their journey has taken a dangerous turn.

Shortly after departure Trash-0-Lot
6

Julie-8 imprisoned

Sparepartski captures Julie-8 and uses Romie-0 to move him elsewhere, hoping to claim the other for himself. Julie-8 becomes a prisoner and learns of the monster's ulterior motives. Romie-0 must find a way to reunite with her.

During the imprisonment Sparepartski's domain, Trash-0-Lot
7

Gizmo's marriage bargain

Gizmo reappears and suggests that Julie-8 offer to marry the Junk Monster in exchange for Romie-0's freedom. Julie-8 reluctantly accepts the risky bargain to rescue Romie-0. The plan marks a grim bargain that foreshadows tragedy.

After Julie-8's imprisonment Sparepartski's domain
8

Julie-8's circuit removal

Julie-8 agrees to the bargain and Sparepartski accepts, freeing Romie-0. In a heartbreaking moment, Julie-8 removes a necessary circuit, effectively 'dying' to save Romie-0. Romie-0 realises what has happened and vows to save her.

Moment of release Sparepartski's domain
9

Romie-0 escapes and reunites

Romie-0 escapes from the other side of the planet and makes his way to Julie-8's chamber. He reinstalls her missing circuit and the two prepare to escape together. Their reunion is interrupted by the discovery of their bound creators.

After Romie-0's escape Trash-0-Lot, Julie-8's chamber
10

Escape and rescue

They flee with their creators through the junkscape, but Sparepartski gives chase. The group fights their way toward safety, with the robots carrying their creators to a safer location. The pursuit ends when the rust storm begins to form.

During chase Junkscape
11

Rust storm and revelation

The rust storm immobilizes Romie-0 and Julie-8, forcing their creators to carry them to safety. Sparepartski is claimed by the storm and shattered, revealing Gizmo as the Junk Monster behind the chaos. Gizmo confesses his love for machines and his motive to win Julie-8.

During the rust storm Trash-0-Lot vicinity
12

Resolution and merger

Romie-0 and Julie-8 convince Gizmo that Trash-0-Lot offers endless materials to fashion a new sweetheart, transforming Gizmo's desire into a new ambition. Meanwhile, Thunderbottom and Passbinder reconcile and decide to merge their two robotics houses. The lovers celebrate a hopeful ending with a new partnership between rival companies and a brighter future.

After the rust storm Trash-0-Lot

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