WALL-E

WALL-E

Year: 2008

Runtime: 98 min

Language: English

Director: Andrew Stanton

Budget: $180M

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On a future Earth overgrown with trash, WALL-E, a solitary waste-collecting robot, spends his days compacting garbage. His routine is disrupted when EVE, a sleek and advanced probe, arrives to assess the planet's habitability. WALL-E falls for EVE and embarks on a journey across the galaxy to follow her, encountering new worlds and ultimately discovering the fate of humanity.

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1

Earth's Environmental Collapse

In a dystopian future, Earth becomes a wasteland due to relentless environmental neglect and reckless consumption by humanity. This devastation leads to the extinction of plant and animal life, forcing the remnants of humanity to abandon the planet.

Approximately 700 years ago Earth
2

Departure to Space

The remaining human population evacuates Earth aboard the spaceship Axiom, a vessel controlled by the corporation Buy N Large. Initially, the plan was for the Axiom's inhabitants to return to Earth after five years once WALL-E units clean up the planet.

After leaving Earth Aboard the Axiom
3

WALL-E's Daily Life

As the years pass, WALL-E continues his task of compacting trash into blocks and constructing structures from debris. He lives in solitude with only a cockroach for company, finding solace in collecting human artifacts and watching old movies.

Seven centuries later WALL-E's garage on Earth
4

Discovery of the Plant

One day, WALL-E discovers a solitary plant growing amidst the ruins. Understanding its need for soil and care, he carefully places it in an old shoe filled with dirt, nurturing a flicker of hope for the future.

After he finds the plant Ruins of an old city on Earth
5

Arrival of EVE

WALL-E's life changes when a colossal spaceship lands on Earth, releasing a new robot named EVE. He is instantly enamored by her, though EVE quickly showcases her power, scanning the barren landscape for signs of life.

Shortly after WALL-E's plant discovery Earth
6

WALL-E's Affection for EVE

WALL-E tries to connect with EVE by sharing his collection of human artifacts, but she remains initially reluctant to reciprocate his affection. His emotional journey deepens as he yearns to hold her hand, symbolizing his desire for companionship.

After encountering EVE Earth
7

EVE's Hibernation

After WALL-E reveals the plant to EVE, she activates her prime directive and encapsulates the plant in her containment unit. EVE then falls into hibernation mode, leaving WALL-E confused and worried about her well-being.

After the plant is shown to EVE Earth
8

Journey to Axiom

The mother ship returns to the Axiom, taking EVE on board while WALL-E cleverly hitches a ride. Upon arrival, WALL-E is examined while EVE remains dormant, as he begins to navigate the unfamiliar environment of the ship.

After EVE is collected Axiom
9

First Encounter with Humans

WALL-E interacts with humans for the first time aboard the Axiom, discovering their shockingly sedentary lifestyles and dependence on hover chairs. He forges a connection with a human named John after accidentally toppling him.

Shortly after arriving on the ship Axiom
10

Confronting Captain McCrea

WALL-E locates Captain McCrea, who is just as passive and cared for as the other humans aboard the Axiom. In a playful yet concerning exchange, the Captain queries EVE about Operation Recolonize, unwittingly revealing the plant's disappearance.

After WALL-E's exploration of the Axiom Captain McCrea's Chambers, Axiom
11

Rescue Mission

Amidst a misunderstanding leading WALL-E to believe EVE is in danger, he heroically activates her plasma cannon, causing chaos and freeing other robots. This act of bravery sets off a series of events that escalate tensions with the ship’s security.

After entering the repair section Axiom
12

Escape Pod Incident

EVE tries to send WALL-E back to Earth after a chaotic series of events, but when the plant is placed in an escape pod, WALL-E rushes to save it. His daring rescue leads him to be flung into space, narrowly escaping an explosion.

During the escape pod incident Axiom, in space
13

Confronting Auto

After infiltrating McCrea's cabin to return the plant, WALL-E and EVE face Auto, the ship's autopilot, who tries to sabotage their mission. In a pulse-pounding moment, McCrea realizes the importance of the plant and begins to take charge.

After their infiltration Axiom
14

Return to Earth

With teamwork, WALL-E, EVE, and McCrea manage to disable AUTO and activate the machine needed for the return to Earth. In a dramatic turn, the Axiom sets course back to the long-abandoned planet, igniting hope for humanity.

After confronting Auto Axiom
15

A New Beginning

The Axiom successfully lands on Earth, but WALL-E is gravely injured in the process. EVE tirelessly works to repair him, and eventually, after a heartfelt moment, WALL-E remembers her, allowing them to witness Captain McCrea teach others about caring for the new plant.

After landing Earth

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