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3. Robocop
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The truth behind this legendary figure demonstrates the wonder of modern filmmaking: it was only a gifted actor wearing elegant headgear and costume parts, turned by visual effects into the formidable cyborg law enforcer. In actuality, the idea of enormous robotic police officers patrolling our streets would have been horrifying; even if present technology trends point to a more automated future, such advanced robotics were absolutely unworkable when this movie was conceived. Combining real effects, costume design, and post-production visual upgrades, the directors effectively produced the impression of a mechanical police officer. This method let them retain the human essence of the character while adding the required mechanical elements, hence producing a credible and striking cyborg protagonist who has become a cultural emblem.
