An android actress is taking to the stage in Japan.
Critics say 'Geminoid F' acts a little on the stiff side, but theatregoers are turning up to see what she's made of.
The director of the Saynoara, Ozira Hirata, says Geminoid F does not replace anyone, but her acting problems can be easily solved.
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Osaka University designer Hiroshi Ishiguro, meanwhile, says the potential is limitless.
'We can technically create a superior actor', he said.

