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FutureStates

A Robot Walks into a Bar

Season 5 Episode 4 | 11m 57s

Can a new bartending robot help patrons drown their sorrows, all while keeping them from harming themselves? He soon learns his mission may be next to impossible. A film by Alex Rivera.

Aired: 08/03/14 | Expires: 05/14/24
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