Human or robot? Hit Swedish TV series explores shrinking divide


  • TECH
  • Friday, 18 Jul 2014

BLURRING THE LINES: Lars Lundstrom has no special interest in science fiction, but the creator of a Swedish sci-fi drama that pits robots against humans has struck a nerve among viewers.

STOCKHOLM: He has no special interest in science fiction, but the creator of a Swedish sci-fi drama that pits robots against humans has struck a nerve among viewers. 

Real Humans, by screenwriter-actor Lars Lundstroem, stars humanoids called "hubots", a word mixing humans and robots. They are merchandise, bought and sold, run on electricity, but can think, make choices, have sex with humans, even fight for their own freedom and rights. 

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