Alright, Robot

To cope with isolation, a Jewish millennial befriends her robotic voice assistant; but can a robot really help her navigate a situation that is so deeply human? A comedy about depression.

  • Tova Hopemark
    Director
    FROM THE FLESH (2023), RAT ALLEY (2022), LIKE A BOSS (2022), BECAUSE OF THE WATERS OF THE FLOOD (2012)
  • Tova Hopemark
    Writer
  • Tova Hopemark
    Producer
  • Tova Hopemark
    Key Cast
  • Project Type:
    Short
  • Runtime:
    10 minutes 30 seconds
  • Completion Date:
    June 30, 2023
  • Country of Origin:
    United States
  • Country of Filming:
    United States
  • Language:
    English
  • Shooting Format:
    Digital
  • Film Color:
    Color
  • First-time Filmmaker:
    Yes
  • Student Project:
    No
  • The Massachusetts Independent Film Festival
    Worcester, MA
    United States
    April 27, 2024
    Massachusetts Premiere
    Best Short of New England
  • Glass Ceiling Breakers
    Garrison, NY
    United States
    New York Premiere
    Best of Fest
  • Twin Cities Jewish Film Festival
    Minneapolis, MN
    United States
    November 2, 2023
  • Best Shorts Competition

    Best Actress: Leading
Director Biography - Tova Hopemark

Tova is a director, writer, and award-winning Jewish studies scholar; but really, she's proudest that her high school English teacher called her “least likely to engage in petty drama.”

Tova lives in the NYC area with her husband and his well-behaved cello.

PhD Northwestern University | BA Carleton College

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Director Statement

I use humor and story to destigmatize experiences that carry shame.