Here is what has happened to the Earth and humanity in the world of DreamWorks’The Wild Robot.

Notably, the human technology and culture that is seen in the film seem to be purposefully streamlined.

The technology is sleek, durable, and adaptable.

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By comparison,Roz’s adaptability makes her uniquely suited to surviveanything thrown her way.

Humanity’s tech has advanced to the extremes inThe Wild Robot’s future, and for good reason.

Much of the world seems to have been submerged underwater, including major cities like San Francisco.

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Global warming would have melted the ice caps and raised the sea levels, explaining the deeper oceans.

The Wild Robot is currently sitting at an impressive 98% score on Rotten Tomatoes.

What’s earned the upcoming animated movie such immense praise?

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How Many Human Cities Are Still Left On Earth?

Instead, humanity is shown to have survived in futuristic cities.

It’s unclear how many of these cities exist.

Roz and some  intelligent robots in The Wild Robot

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Roz sees a frozen bird in The Wild Robot.

Roz holds baby Brightbill in the palm of her hand in The Wild Robot (2024). They’re edited over a background that includes a Rotten Tomatoes symbol.

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