X-Plus 1/8 Metropolis Maschinenmensch (1927) Silver Screen Edition # 200138T

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The Metropolis Maschinenmensch, also known as the "Robot" or "Maria Robot," is a fictional character from the classic German expressionist science fiction film "Metropolis," directed by Fritz Lang and released in 1927.

The Maschinenmensch is a humanoid robot created by the mad scientist Rotwang in the futuristic city of Metropolis.

The appearance of the Maschinenmensch is striking and iconic. It is portrayed as an elegant and feminine robot with a sleek metallic body and a stylized headpiece.

The robot's face is designed to resemble that of a human, with delicate features and an expressionless yet captivating gaze.

In the film, the Maschinenmensch is created as a replica of the virtuous character Maria, intended to sow discord and confusion among the workers of Metropolis.

The robot becomes a symbol of temptation, manipulation, and the destructive power of technology when it is used for nefarious purposes.

The Maschinenmensch's role in "Metropolis" is multifaceted.

It embodies themes of artificial intelligence, the dangers of unchecked scientific progress, and the dehumanization of the working class.

The robot's presence and actions drive the narrative forward, creating both chaos and contemplation within the film's dystopian society.

The design of the Maschinenmensch has had a significant influence on popular culture and subsequent portrayals of robots in cinema.

Its striking appearance and symbolic significance have made it an enduring icon in science fiction, representing the ethical and philosophical questions surrounding the creation and use of artificial beings.

The Metropolis Maschinenmensch stands as a testament to the visionary imagination of "Metropolis" and remains an iconic symbol of early science fiction cinema, exploring the boundaries of humanity and the perils of playing god with technology.

X-Plus 1/8 Metropolis Maschinenmensch (1927) Silver Screen Edition # 200138T

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SKU	KP200138T
Manufacturer	eModels
Scale	1/8
EAN	4532149021616
Short Description	X-Plus 1/8 Metropolis Maschinenmensch (1927) Silver Screen Edition # 200138T German silent film "Metropolis" released in 1927 by director Fritz Lang Faithfully reproduces the mechanical human `Maria` that was created and shaped. - A gynoid (* 2) created by the scientist Rotwang, with a shape reminiscent of her former lover Hell, and later acted as the leader of the people `Maria`. (German actress Brigitte Helm plays both Hel and Maria) - Three-dimensional with the most symbolic pose with a sense of awe to the work. - And on the base, you can place a chair that is an important icon in the scene and reproduce the key visual at startup. (There is a secret engraving on the back of the chair) - This Maschinenmensch is probably one of the first and most iconic robots ever depicted in a movie. - This work, which was registered as a movie for the first time in UNESCO <Memory of the World>, had a great influence on subsequent feature films, television, and robot technology. - We will deliver the great creation of Rotwang. - This time, we will deliver the moulding colour of Maria's body in silver as [Silver Screen Edition].