The Iron Giant

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Summary: The Best American Animation In Some Time!
Review: As an Animation fan I fell in love with this movie after about 10 minutes. It's not as if any non-Disney animation ever makes a lot of noise or money at the box office, so when I missed my chance to see The Iron Giant at the theatre, I really kicked myself for an unexcusable complacency. I still have not seen The Prince of Egypt (another one I shouldn't have missed), but seeing the Iron Giant for the first time on video struck me with the same awe and admiration as when I saw Anastasia for the first time. The animation boasts some good quality work for a non-Japanese animated feature. If you have seen Anastasia, then you have no doubt noticed the attention to detail. But in the Iron Giant it is not the detail that is so powerful, it is the attention to the subtle movements and the tender story that unfolds between Hogarth and the Giant. There is plenty of what I'd call The Charlotte's Web element in this movie. The viewing of the world thorough the eyes of a child. The simple truths and uncorrupted morals of 'guns kill' and 'be who you choose to be' are touchingly brought up and presented to the viewer without making everything overdramatic. Additionally, the cold war mentalities, fears, paranoias, school drills, and such are quite effectively presented and yet in the midst of all of these mature topics, you'll find yourself rolling with laughter during some very funny sequences. And not only will the story's elements of friendship and sacrifice remind you of a classic feature like Charlotte's Web, there are awesome action sequences that really push the excitement level several notches. This movie has it all; good lessons and morals for the kids and good quality animation and production for the adults. You will be entertained every time you watch this, so my advice would be for you not only to watch it at least once, but to buy it and enjoy it again and again. That's what I'm going to do!

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Summary: Flawless
Review: The Iron Giant looks fantastic, is well written, and even packs a wallop in the soundtrack department. This movie is intelligent and provides the viewer with important questions to ponder while simultaneously avoiding the trap of soap-box preaching or dull, glib homily. There is violence and death, but both are dealt with in a graceful and instructive manner--nothing gratuitous. Further, how often can one sit down to watch a film with one's family(3 yrs and up) and find that all viewers are thouroughly satisfied and enrapt? How often does that family find adventure, soul, and meaningful friendship so skillfully presented? Not nearly often enough. This movie is as good, if not better, than any other film that has come out in the last year, bar none.

Finally, I have yet to meet or read a review by someone who, having seen the movie, disagrees with my perceptions in any way.

Can't miss.

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Summary: A must-have for all people everywhere
Review: Warner Brothers screwed up during the theatrical release of this film, because it was marketed to small children. BIG mistake. This movie is for everyone, young and old alike.

The animation is a curious and compelling mixture of traditional 'Disney' type characters (big eyes, big heads, etc.), sci-fi fantasy and realism. Weird combination...but y'know what? It works. BOY does it work.

This is the most emotionally entertaining and engaging film of the year. (Note not "animated film" of the year, but "film" of the year.) You'll laugh AND cry AND cheer when watching it. It's destined to become a classic.

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Summary: It's for everyone
Review: I took my 11 year old daughter and 14 year old son to see this movie. My son is at the age where he is starting to sneer at 'kiddie' fare, and was a bit reluctant to come along, but afterwards he couldn't stop raving about the film and how wonderful it was. I was also equally mesmerized, and I liked the subtle adult humor in it as well. It has a sincerity and depth missing in many other children's fare. I would rank it just below Babe in excellence.

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Summary: A good movie and a work of art
Review: This movie was a work of art. Most animated movies are sanitized for kids but this was a real movie. Another reviewer mentions a lack of violence but there is some in the form of explosions and the threat of death. It did scare my 4 year old in the theater but it was very loud there. I thought the animation had a refreshing style that showed that the style common of most of todays animated features is not the only way to draw. The characters had depth and the stereotypes were funny or scary, not insulting. I would suggest caution if your child under 5 is watching this.

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Summary: I'm 24 yrs old and couldn't stop crying at the end...
Review: I went to see the Iron Giant alone, skeptical of how good it was from the "cheesy" previews, but I was really surprised, given that the animations don't look too impressive at first, the storyline is reminiscient of Pleasantville, while also having the feel of a timeless classic. The animation tied excellently into the plot and I couldn't stop crying at the end, despite the number of my years (24) and being surrounded by countless dry-eyed children whose parents were busy wiping tears away. I would recommend this for both kids and adults. There is some violence at the end of the movie which maybe inappropriate for those 6 yrs and under.

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Summary: The Iron Giant: a Genuine Masterpiece
Review: If you're tired of being short changed by the movie industry with inane, unoriginal films, then why don't you take a look at one of the most genuine films created in the past decade? Prove to the movie industry that audiences aren't comprised of dolts and watch this superbly crafted tale. For the cost of two tickets to a lousy, overhyped megafilm, you can own a film/dvd worth viewing over and over again. This film is rich, moving and humorous. Feast your eyes on the Iron Giant and you'll be glad you did.

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Summary: Best Animation of '99
Review: Surprisingly, WB surpassed Disney this year! If you have seen both "The Iron Giant" and the "Tarzan", I am pretty sure that you would agree with me and say "The Giant is a lot better". First of all, "The Iron Giant" has its own artistic style. It is different, it's stunning, and it's successful. Both the 3-D compuater animation and the traditiona 2-D artworks were outstanding and brilliant. Most importantly, "The Iron Giant" has a very touching story. You would have the sympathy for the "big metal guy", but you will also laugh at some plots. "The Iron Giant" is the best animation of the year undoubtfully, and I recommend it with enthusiasm.

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Summary: Heartwarming fun for the whole family!
Review: This movie will make you laugh and it will make you cry. It is a movie to be enjoyed, no matter what your age! Characters are well developed, in-depth, and believable... the kinds you love, or love to hate.

To see this movie is to love it! =)

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Summary: Yes! A good American non-Disney animated film!
Review: What can I say? This movie has a lot going for it - decent story, good characters, clever use of CG (the comic books and the Giant, for the most part). Overall - at least rent this movie, since it is very well done.