Subtitles are a notable topic for this film due to the diverse and heavy accents used by the characters:
: Chappie's personality is heavily influenced by the "family" of criminals who raise him. subtitle Chappie
: Standard releases of the film typically include English subtitles for the hearing impaired (SDH) as well as translated tracks for international audiences. Key Themes Subtitles are a notable topic for this film
: Exploring whether a machine can possess a consciousness or "soul". : Much of the dialogue, particularly from the
: Much of the dialogue, particularly from the criminal gang (played by the South African rap-rave group Die Antwoord), features thick Afrikaner accents and South African slang.
Chappie is raised by a group of street thugs who teach him their slang and lifestyle, while the robot's creator and a rival weapons designer (who views the sentient droid as a threat) battle for control over his future.