Elon Musk ‘bring back my designs’: Director mocks Robotaxi and Optimus for copying designs from Will Smith star

Elon Musk is all over the internet after the big reveal of Tesla’s latest robots at the “We, Robot” event. But the excitement soon turned to derision as many accused the tech giant of borrowing designs from the movie I, Robot. Fans of the 2004 sci-fi hit were quick to point out how Tesla’s Optimus Bot, Robotaxi and Robovan looked surprisingly familiar.

The event, held on the Warner Bros. lot, drew so many comparisons that the film’s director, Alex Proyas, couldn’t resist joining the conversation, playfully nodding to the inspiration of Musk.

Elon Musk’s Optimus and Robotaxi design under scrutiny

At Tesla’s “We, Robot” event in Burbank, California, Elon Musk unveiled his latest creations: Optimus, a humanoid robot, along with the autonomous Robotaxi and Robovan. Although the title of the event referred to Isaac Asimov’s sci-fi collection, many were quick to point out the similarities to the 2004 film I, Robot. Optimus was compared to the NS5 robots in the film, while the Robotaxi and Robovan drew instant parallels to the Audi RSQ and futuristic vehicles seen in the film.

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Although Tesla made a playful nod to Asimov, critics saw it as more mimicry than homage, prompting a flood of mockery online, and even a playful jab from me, Robots director Alex Proyas, who brazenly demanded that their designs be returned to them.

Alex Proyas pokes fun at Elon Musk

As sci-fi fans spiraled over Tesla I’s Robot-esque designs, the film’s director Alex Proyas couldn’t help but poke fun, tweeting: “Hey Elon, I can get back my designs please?” Filmmaker Matt Granger took it up a notch and sent a strong message: “I too want to offer my full fingered ‘fuck you’ to Elon and his utter lack of creativity.” Looks like Tesla’s robots are hitting a little too close to home!

The 2004 film I, Robot is based on a collection of nine short stories by Isaac Asimov that were published between 1940 and 1950. These stories explore the intricate relationship between humans and robots, raising questions about the ethical implications and morals of artificial intelligence. Directed by Alex Proyas, the film stars Will Smith and Bridget Moynahan and was written by Jeff Vintar and Akiva Goldsman.

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“Brother thinks he invented the basic design of the robot,” one user commented on the designs made with Musk. “Who will tell him that he is not the first to invent futuristic robots and cars?” he pointed to a second. “If he has a case, he should sue. What is published about it in X going to do?” “The vehicles look especially close – almost identical cars,” added Quart.

Elon Musk unveiled a series of innovative robotic prototypes at Tesla’s AI Day event. These included the Robotaxi, a self-driving two-seater car, and the Robovan, designed to transport large groups of people and cargo. The party also featured the Optimus robots, who really grabbed everyone’s attention with their singing, dancing and other abilities. Musk also said that Tesla’s self-driving technology will transition to a mode where it doesn’t need human assistance soon.