Set in 1980s New York City, 'Robot Dreams' is the story of Dog, a lonely canine who builds himself a robot for companionship. Their friendship blossoms as they embark on adventures (and misadventures) across the city, from taking the subway to Chinatown to roller skating in Central Park. But they are soon separated on the beach. Dog, devastated at the loss of his friend, does everything in his power to get Robot back.