The Iron Giant

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Critics' Reviews

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ENTERTAINMENT WEEKLY: Owen Gleiberman
At times, The Iron Giant is more serene than it needs to be, but it's a lovely and touching daydream.Read Full Review »
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Salon.com: Mary Elizabeth Williams
Surprising as it sounds, as far as examinations of trust, loyalty and identity go, the big metal dude's story winds up far more satisfying than the plodding Kubrick opus any day of the week.Read Full Review »
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LOS ANGELES TIMES: Kenneth Turan
Both a step back and a step forward from the trends of modern animation, it feels like a classic even though it's just out of the box.Read Full Review »
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CHICAGO SUN-TIMES: Roger Ebert
Not just a cute romp but an involving story that has something to say.Read Full Review »
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Time: Richard Schickel
A smart live-and-let-live parable.Read Full Review »
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Washington Post: Stephen Hunter
Still, the movie -- as beautifully drawn, as sleek and engaging as it is -- has the annoyance of incredible smugness.Read Full Review »
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Village Voice: J. Hoberman
Remarkably unassuming, genuinely playful, and superbly executed, The Iron Giant towers over the cartoon landscape.Read Full Review »
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NewsWeek: David Ansen
This is not exactly standard children's fare, but kids (and their parents) should be smitten by its wit and wisdom.Read Full Review »
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The New York Times: Lawrence Van Gelder
A smooth, skilled example of animated filmmaking.Read Full Review »
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Boston Globe: Jay Carr
A solid, not to say ironclad, winner in the less than overcrowded family animation arena.Read Full Review »
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