In "I, Robot," why does Sonny say "Who am I"?   I, Robot  Asked
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(Answer #1)  Sonny's wondering about who he is reflects the
conflict of his character within the story.  Part of the new
NS-5 Upgraded Robots who possess consciousness outside of human
control, Sonny is distinct from the older robotic models who
depended on human beings for their freedom.  Sonny is outside of
this, as he has his own freedom.  However, unlike VIKI and the
other NS-5, who seek to subvert human control, Sonny remains
loyal to human beings, helping Spooner and Calvin in their quest
to destroy the robotic movement which threatens humanity. 
Sonny's asking of "Who Am I" reflects the larger issue that is
presented in the film.  If human beings have cornered the market
on rational though and progress, then it makes sense that their
own creation (artificial intelligence) seeks to undermine them
as it is the logical extension of the misapplications of human
progress.  The notion o