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Summary: For Everybody
Review: Some animated films can be directed soley at kids and others more for grown-ups,but let's face it, you are going to have to search a long time to find a film like the Iron Giant. It should be interesting to all--and no gratuitous violence or phony humor. There is great satire. And the voice of Jennifer Aniston is amazing.
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Summary: An amazing movie
Review: This movie was just amazing and fun to watch. You would think animated movies get stereotyped as "kid-flicks" but the story is for anyone. Absolutely great animation, and no cheesy kid parts of this movie. Do yourself a favor and buy/rent this movie.
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Summary: Wonderful .... really really wonderful
Review: 1st the DVD: Great sound with Digital 5.1, Excellent transfer. Great color.The story- Full of wonder, warmth, heroism, humor and sadness. Great opening with sputnik (what do the beeps mean? ) & "duck & cover" animated scenes to set a cold war mood of paranoia for the government. Really jogged my memory. See this film & be uplifted by it, then buy it, believe me, you'll watch it again.
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Summary: The Iron Giant
Review: Maybe you were fortunate enought to see ads for this great films video release, or perhaps you were one of the measured few who actually went to the theatre to enjoy it. Either way, the great equalizer (home video) has stepped up to give everyone another chance at what has to be one of,if not THE, best animated features of all time. Oh sure, you could easily opt for the entire WALL of Tarzan videos that are currently jamming the rental shelves ( I wouldn't-see my review) but don't be lulled/fooled by the Mouse's sales pitch, Iron Giant has forgotten more about being a great movie than Tarzan ever knew. Set in the 50's, the Iron Giant is the story of young Hogarth Hughes, a lively and likable little guy who's mother works in the local cafe. Hogarth has a nasty habit of bringing home strays, so naturally who better to stumble upon the amnesiac Iron Giant shortly after he crash lands from space? Of course, if you think it's easy playing nursemaid to a giant metal-eating robot then just stick around. Hogarth ends up having to hide the Giant from his mother, an overzealous G-Man investigating the rash of 'monster' sightings and pretty-much the whole town in general. This he manages by forming a new friendship with Dean, the local beatnik metal sculpturist who agrees to let the Iron Giant hide out in his scrap yard temporarily. The Iron Giant is an incredibly sweet movie with genuine heart-wrenching moments. Drawn in a style that is sort of a cross between Hank Ketchum (Dennis the Menace)and early Warner Classics, it's clean lines and rapid-fire humor make for a movie that is equally enjoyable to both kids and the adults that sit and watch with them. The animators have done a fantastic job of emphasising the Giant's formidable proportions while also making him instantly likable. The flawless pacing and design of the movie assure that there are no low points in the film, heck, there's not one lousy singing character or moment in it! Don't be deceived by the marketing! Though about as kid-friendly as a half-pint of chocolate milk, Iron Giant is simply a great movie-period. Do not miss this it!If there was a 1-10 scale of rating, this one'd top out at about 12.
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Summary: Iron Giant is a GREAT movie!
Review: This is a terrific movie - the best one we've gotten for our 3 year old son. The whole family can watch this again and again. I mean it -- this is as good as Toy Story!
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Summary: Best Animated Film EVER
Review: This is a movie that no member of the family disagrees with watching when another family member suggests it! We've watched it about 15 times since it's release. And that includes everyone in our family of five, from age 3 to 42. The characters are well done and memorable,such as, the cool Dean, the deplorable Mansley, etc. Also, on DVD, the picture quality is first rate and the sound quality is top notch, giving home theatre fans a real treat.
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Summary: 3 CHEERS FOR HOGARTH
Review: Wow, what an incredible movie. I usually shy away from animation, thinking that it's aimed at the pre-teen demographic. (I'm 22). But this film has something for all ages. The interaction between Hogarth and his new friend made for a great story. Kudos to Eli Marienthal; great voice timing and inflections. Rent or buy this gem, you won't be disappointed.
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Summary: An Animation Landmark
Review: Virtually ignored in theaters, "The Iron Giant" has received a much larger and more appreciative audience on home video -- deservedly so. A refreshing and intelligent change-of-pace from the usual Disney fare, this provocative adaptation of Ted Hughes' work is a landmark in the history of animated features. In fact, "The Iron Giant" transcends the medium to make a timely pacifist statement. Simply put, this is a film that should be seen by young and old alike. In order to fully appreciate the visual and philosophical wonders of "The Iron Giant," it must be seen in the widescreen format.
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Summary: Story, written by a Poet!
Review: The Iron Giant is better than excellent! This film has so incredibly good story, that it brought fear, laughter, giggling, astonishment, tears of sadness and relief out of my daughter (she is 2) and my father (he is 85), and to the rest of us alike. The animation, the color, the music, the dialogs, ... the feeling of the Cold War raging in people's heads makes it a real classic! Do I need to mention we just HAD TO SEE it over ten times in three working days?
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Summary: Good animation and effects
Review: The Iron Giant is MUCH better than the run-of-the-mill Disney kid stuff. Thumbs up to Brad Bird for his careful attention to detail. And Eli Marienthal gets a high-five for his great timing and voice inflections.
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