

Tempbot
2006-09-26 · 15 min · ★ 6.3
The film follows a 'tempbot', a robot assigned for a short period of time at an ordinary office, and his romantic endeavours with the Human Resources manager.
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- Directors
- Neill Blomkamp
- Production companies
- Spy Films
- Countries
- United States of America
- Status
- Released
Top Cast
Lauren K. Robek
Patricia Idlette
Balinder Johal
Lynda CarterMary AliceTitle information and images are supplied by TMDb. Explore our discovery guide for advice on comparing metadata and legal viewing options.
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