ReBoot: My Two Bobs (2001) — AI Story Visualization

Plot Analysis Summary

A story of identity confusion, romantic commitment, and viral infiltration culminating in a final threat.

Story Structure — 4 Plot Phases

The Dual Arrival & Confusion

A web portal releases Ray Tracer and a second Bob, plunging Mainframe into identity confusion. Bob bonds with residents through games while counseling begins.

Key Events

• Portal Opens from Web — A web portal opens, releasing Ray Tracer and a second Bob into Mainframe. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Mainframe Entrance
• Identity Confusion Begins — Dot identifies two Bobs, sparking immediate confusion among residents. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Mainframe Hub
• Bob Bonds via Games — Bob spends time bonding with Matrix and others by helping them win games. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Game Arena
• Counseling Session — Phong and Mouse provide counseling to help navigate the dual-Bob situation. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Counseling Room
• Wedding Decision Made — Dot decides to marry the new Bob after receiving guidance. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Mainframe Plaza

Counseling & Wedding Preparations

Dot decides to marry the new Bob after guidance sessions. Glitch Bob attempts restoration but falls into a catatonic state, prompting continued wedding plans.

Key Events

• Wedding Decision Made — Dot decides to marry the new Bob after receiving guidance. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Mainframe Plaza
• Glitch Attempts Restoration — Glitch Bob earnestly tries to restore his original form to win Dot back. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Workshop
• Glitch Enters Catatonic State — Restoration fails, leaving Glitch covered in impenetrable dark crystal. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Medical Bay
• Wedding Plans Continue — Dot proceeds with wedding arrangements despite Glitch's condition. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Preparation Hall
• Welman's Infection Transfer — Enzo's icon infection is transferred to Welman, restoring his mobility. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Supercomputer
• Wedding Day Crisis — Glitch's condition worsens as the starry substance dims completely. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Church

The Wedding Crisis & Code Revelation

Glitch's condition worsens on the wedding day, triggering a keytool revival attempt. Web Bob arrives, is rejected, but receives stolen code that restores him.

Key Events

• Wedding Day Crisis — Glitch's condition worsens as the starry substance dims completely. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Church
• Keytools Return — Disconnected keytools return to separate Glitch from Bob and revive him. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Supercomputer Core
• Code Mismatch Discovery — Guardians discover the current Bob's code no longer matches on-file records. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Analysis Chamber
• Web Bob Returns — Web Bob arrives to stop the wedding, causing immediate tension. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Church Aisle
• Dot Rejects Web Bob — Dot firmly rejects Web Bob in favor of the new Bob. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Church Altar
• Code Theft & Restoration — Glitch steals code from the groom and gives it to Web Bob, restoring him. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Church

Megabyte's True Form & Final Threat

The new Bob shapeshifts, exposing Megabyte's disguise. After a church battle and escape, Megabyte infiltrates the war room, seizes control, and declares a hunt.

Key Events

• Code Theft & Restoration — Glitch steals code from the groom and gives it to Web Bob, restoring him. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Church
• Megabyte Revealed — The new Bob shapeshifts, exposing Megabyte's disguise. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Church
• Church Battle — Bob engages Megabyte in a spectacular battle within the church. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Church Interior
• Megabyte Escapes — Megabyte escapes by disguising himself as a Binome. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Church Exit
• Trojan Horse Revelation — Investigation reveals Megabyte is a Trojan Horse virus with shapeshifting powers. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: War Room
• Final Proclamation — Megabyte seizes control and declares his intent to hunt Mainframers. Characters: Mike the TV / Phong (voice) Location: Principal Office

Story Breakdown

• Identity Crisis Setup — Introduction of the dual-Bob dilemma and initial community reactions.
  • Portal Arrival — Ray Tracer and second Bob emerge from the web.
  • Dot's Dilemma — Dot struggles to distinguish the original from the copy.
• Counseling & Bonding — Efforts to stabilize emotions and clarify identities through guidance.
  • Game Therapy — Bob uses games to connect with Matrix and others.
  • Phong Guidance — Structured counseling sessions provide clarity.
• Wedding Preparations — Dot commits to the new Bob while Glitch attempts restoration.
  • Glitch's Effort — Glitch tries to regain his original form.
  • Crystal State — Restoration fails, leaving Glitch encased in crystal.
• Wedding Day Crisis — Tensions peak as Glitch deteriorates and Web Bob returns.
  • Keytool Revival — Keytools return to attempt Glitch's revival.
  • Code Mismatch — Guardians discover the groom's code is altered.
• Revelation & Battle — The truth about Megabyte's disguise is exposed, leading to combat.
  • Code Transfer — Glitch gives stolen code to Web Bob, restoring him.
  • Church Confrontation — Bob fights Megabyte in the church.
• Aftermath & Threat — Megabyte escapes, reveals his virus nature, and seizes control.
  • Trojan Revelation — Megabyte's shapeshifting virus capabilities are uncovered.
  • Final Hunt Declaration — Megabyte takes over the Principal Office and vows revenge.

Directed by

Steve Ball

Key Cast

• Michael Benyaer — Bob (voice)
• Kathleen Barr — Dot Matrix (voice)
• Michael Donovan — Mike the TV / Phong (voice)
• Garry Chalk — Slash (voice)
• Paul Dobson — Matrix (voice)