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The Iron Giant

The Iron Giant

1999
Sci-fi, Family/Kids
1h 26m
This is the story a nine-year-old boy named Hogarth Hughes who makes friends with an innocent alien giant robot that came from outer space. Meanwhile, a paranoid U.S. Government agent named Kent Mansley arrives in town, determined to destroy the giant at all costs. It's up to Hogarth to protect him by keeping him at Dean McCoppin's place in the junkyard. (imdb)
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The Iron Giant

1999
Sci-fi, Family/Kids
1h 26m
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Rated 28 May 2018
100
97th
"Superman..."
Rated 14 Aug 2008
96
97th
Brad Bird is a genius. This is hand-drawn American animation at its finest, on par or better than anything Disney has produced since The Lion King. Tremendous voice acting and unique, memorable characters take us through the adventures of Hogarth and his giant robot buddy. It's a throw-back to the popularity of comics and sci-fi in the 50s, and the nods towards McCarthyism and the Red Scare are nice touches that elevate this beyond a kid's movie. Terrific script with a touching, perfect ending.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
93
96th
This is one movie I'm confident I can say that everyone loves. But if you hate it, you're probably a jerk.
Rated 23 Feb 2009
91
93rd
The last best hand-drawn animation film (from American studios, anyway). Bird's debut film is loaded with little details that compliment the 50s sci-fi/fantasy themes. The voices are all well-cast, and it's just a joy to watch: funny, honest, and surprisingly endearing. Bird immediately establishes himself as one of the best storytellers working in the medium, and his skill has only become more refined since. It's an excellent film that more people need to see.
Rated 13 Sep 2009
84
75th
An excellent kids film from Brad Bird. Occasionally, it gets a bit overdone and schmaltzy, but overall, Bird hits the right tone throughout as he delivers a film about friendship, gentleness, and sacrifice. This is no more evident than in the final sequence, which wordlessly progresses toward a most satisfying final moment. That Bird is willing to allow the pictures to do the talking in this and other moments shows a trust in the audience that I for one appreciate.
Rated 15 Feb 2012
84
90th
I feel stupid for not having seen this sooner. It looks wonderful, the 50's atmosphere is great and it has a ton of heart. Or a heart that weighs a ton. And I didn't get teary-eyed at the ending, honest. There was just something in my eye.
Rated 18 Apr 2007
95
97th
My favorite American traditionally animated film of all time.
Rated 22 Jun 2010
23
6th
Truly convincing animation, but where have I heard a story like this? Boy finds, befriends, and hides a creature; it is accidentally revealed and adults want to kill it/take it away; it saves the day. Gag! And Hogarth is a funny name.
Rated 10 Jul 2010
65
25th
Very nice animation and the titular character has some charm to him. I had some nagging questions about him, but in the end I was happier that he was left ambiguous. The film's heart is in the right place, even if it's not executed with much depth or finesse. The real dealbreaker for me is the protagonist: an obnoxious, grating, poorly-acted little boy. And I didn't find the gags very funny, nor was I particularly moved when I was supposed to be. But I enjoyed the overall spirit of the thing.
Rated 31 Dec 2011
91
67th
Possibly one of the best animated features in the 1990's, The Iron Giant boasts talented voice acting from its cast and really good animation, presenting us with another brilliant animated feature from Brad Bird. I'm a sucker for 2D animation too so.
Rated 01 Jul 2013
81
84th
This felt like a generic family cartoon movie done right. It was legitimately funny at times, and while the emotive appeals were a little saccharine, they were well-earned and good-natured. Also, as a film about identity and threat, I think it was surprisingly dexterous and clever.
Rated 05 Mar 2008
100
98th
Absolutely wonderful--one of my very favorite movies EVER, and not just animated movies. A cool 50s setting, giant robots, action--what is not to like? It is also extremely touching in places, moving me to tears every time I see it. Loads of heart, with plenty of humor, fun animation, and special effects. I can't say enough good about this one.
Rated 20 Jul 2009
3
38th
Not sure why everybody seems to get so weepy over this. It's not a sad movie. But it's a damn good one. The animation is very nice, using computers to enhance the 2D drawings. It's a very nice film to look at it, if nothing else. It's also a very enjoyable story, though it's a bit simplistic and one-dimensional, especially the antagonist, who is a buffoonish, evil caricature. Still, these are minor complaints.
Rated 23 Apr 2010
75
67th
He may be iron but he has a heart of gold. Also, he has a giant steel penis, so you know, keep away from him when he's drunk.
Rated 27 Dec 2015
60
11th
Why do people love this? I slowly lost interest as it went & then fast forwarded completely after 53 minutes. Very familiar and predictable E.T. clone that's also highly implausible and internally inconsistent as the giant who is the size of a building vacillates between leaving trailer-sized footprints as each step shakes the very ground he walks on and smashes the trees around him, but somehow avoids detection whenever the script needs him to. The sacrifice is moving, if u can get to it.
Rated 28 Jan 2007
8
93rd
With a 1950s sci-fi aesthetic, wonderful characters, genuine emotion, and an incredibly moving ending, this is a woefully underseen film and one of the finest pieces of traditional animation in the last decade.
Rated 17 Mar 2007
9
90th
A lot of heart.
Rated 30 Jun 2007
100
98th
One of the very few movies that I can recommend to almost anyone, and give them a guarantee that they will like it. The other is PORCO ROSSO.
Rated 18 Jul 2007
90
86th
Wonferfully executed, written, animated, acted, ect...but nothing unexpected.
Rated 09 Aug 2007
97
58th
The Iron Giant is an underrated film. Go see it!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
61st
A nice little story, with a very emotional conclusion.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
100
99th
A flawless movie. It's moving without being sappy, and more mature than one would expect for it being a cartoon about a boy and his giant robot.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
92
79th
I loved it and could watch it over and over again.
Rated 22 Mar 2008
75
45th
Had good intentions but didn't completely follow through. The anti-war message is aimed at kids, so if this was meant to be entirely a kid's film, that'd be fine. But some of the plot points are over kids' heads, so they needed to aim it at one audience or the other.
Rated 28 Aug 2009
100
99th
Every time I see it I like it better - Every time I am more touched. It's funny, exciting, touching - it is an excellent film and everyone I've shown it (from children to adults) agree. Had to buy it two times - my first copy never came back because a friend lent it to a friend who felt it was the greatest movie he'd seen and never returned it...
Rated 25 Oct 2009
90
96th
After this the people from Pixar probably begged Brad Bird to join their team.
Rated 20 Sep 2011
80
48th
Apparently this movie is supposed to be a Big Deal, but it just didn't resonate with me. Don't get me wrong, it's well-put-together and an overall good animated feature, but I just didn't see anything special.
Rated 10 Apr 2012
96
94th
I am sad I never watched this as a child. However, watching it now, I can honestly say it is one of the best animated features I have seen. It has a lot of heart. It is funny to think that a fairly short animated movie could make me feel more emotion than many of the other live action drivel being pumped out of theaters today. If you haven't seen this movie, watch it as soon as possible.
Rated 16 Mar 2013
87
85th
Not only this a visually beautiful film but it is also a beautiful film in essence; friendship, understanding and love. Bundle this up with an authentic 50's sci-fi atmosphere and you have a recipe for a great little movie. It might have needed a bit more fleshing out at points but I actually enjoy the simplistic and straight-forward storytelling, it means nothing gets bogged down or over-complicated. And I must admit, despite being painfully obvious, I still shed tears at the Giant's sacrifice.
Rated 02 Nov 2014
85
91st
This took me very much by surprise. An excellent family friendly traditional animation which is consistently smart and well conducted throughout. A slightly simplistic but very heartfelt story which is truly suitable for children and adults alike. Easily Brad Bird's best work.
Rated 15 Mar 2015
85
82nd
Impossibly feel-good for a movie with the strength to hit you in the feels hard enough to warrant tears. Despite our protagonist, Hogarth, being a bit annoying, and the voice cast just being ok, this movie is pretty much a classic and is a memory for almost everyone; and for everyone that hasn't seen this yet, should be making that new memory.
Rated 13 Aug 2018
63
21st
I always appreciate a message of anti-violence.
Rated 25 Nov 2018
60
31st
Snooze fest. Was definitely way too masculine in its energy for me.
Rated 11 Dec 2006
97
95th
Surpringsly moving, superbly animated, genuinely touching. This movie is a whole lot deeper then it seems.. great screenplay.
Rated 08 Feb 2007
82
95th
Probably one of the best twists at the very last minute of any movie I've ever seen.
Rated 20 Mar 2007
75
50th
Great animated film that is more mature than most like it. It's highly enjoyable and Vin Diesel does excellent voice work.
Rated 25 Mar 2007
87
89th
One of the best non-Disney animated American films of all time. So cool that Brad Bird could use this to get into some great jobs at Pixar.
Rated 04 Apr 2007
93
94th
Unexpectedly philosophical and touching, really an excellent film.
Rated 22 May 2007
90
89th
One of the best 'kids' movies I've ever seen is actually a great one for adults. This, along with The Simpsons, showed that Bird was and is quite simply a genius when telling a story.
Rated 26 May 2007
50
36th
Cute.
Rated 30 Jun 2007
95
89th
An excellent piece of work. I can't recommend it highly enough, whether you have children or not. This is the film that makes grown men cry like little girls.
Rated 08 Jul 2007
90
96th
This is how children's animated movies should be done. Great story, great characters, lesson learned without worrying about dazzling animation and celebrity voices.
Rated 12 Jul 2007
93
85th
An outstanding animated film.
Rated 13 Jul 2007
5
96th
I'm a total sucker for this one. It has a very distinct animation style and a great message.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
77
56th
Very cool animation
Rated 14 Aug 2007
75
48th
The movie was pretty good, a neat look into people's fear of change
Rated 14 Aug 2007
77
64th
Lovely story
Rated 14 Aug 2007
60
58th
A shade slow & not completely up to snuff, but it does manage the big suck you in & make you ball thing. Pretty much as expected, cool, & fun.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
77
74th
A great kids movie.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
95
97th
The Iron Giant is a very original film, and with its 1950's setting and excellent animation style, the movie is visually pleasing. The story is a lot of fun and very touching, and it never gets too kiddie or silly. On top of it all, the voice acting is top notch, even with a surprise performance by Vin Diesel as the giant. Awesome!
Rated 14 Aug 2007
50
29th
I could take it or leave it.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
90
95th
loved it, an instant classic for animations
Rated 14 Aug 2007
60
62nd
Quality animation.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
78
58th
This seems almost quaint and strange for those used to standard kid-aimed animation, but any fan of anime's more quiet, contemplative stories should love this.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
94
97th
Probably my favorite animated film of all time, a touching story about a boy and his giant robot. Seriously watch this if you haven't already.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
80
55th
Great depiciton of childhood values.
Rated 14 Aug 2007
70
56th
There is a moral core to the story, that of loyalty and sacrifice, of how violence breeds violence, and of the evils of guns. Despite the derivative plot, the writing and characters still breathe life into an oft told story and make it seem new again.
Rated 17 Sep 2007
80
85th
Excellent animation. Well done and perfectly suited for the family.
Rated 18 Oct 2007
75
89th
Wonderful. Well-written, cast, acted and animated.
Rated 11 Nov 2007
75
77th
+ highly recommended
Rated 16 Nov 2007
50
56th
entertaining.
Rated 07 Dec 2007
60
19th
yeah, the sad old robot story.
Rated 31 Dec 2007
95
97th
Perhaps the finest animated film of the past decade. Besides the kid's name (who the fuck names a kid Hogarth?) and the fact that a pompous ass like Harry Connick, Jr. made money from it, nearly everything about it is perfect.
Rated 29 Jan 2008
86
63rd
i would never watch animated kids' movies but i really think this movie is just as much for adults as it is for kids. the characters are well developed and the story is amazing. classic movie that is more popular now than it was when it first came out. can be for little kids though, which drags the movie's score down a bit.
Rated 08 Feb 2008
83
68th
So sad. This is just as much of an adults' movie as it is a kids' movie.
Rated 04 Mar 2008
85
93rd
So charming, well-animated and loaded with 50's Sci-Fi references that it's scientifically IMPOSSIBLE to dislike this film. Superman!
Rated 16 Mar 2008
74
46th
A very overlooked children's movie from Brad Bird. It's incredibly sad (although it ends on a great note), and it was clever and fun.
Rated 21 Mar 2008
75
65th
Vin Diesel at his most evocative.
Rated 07 Apr 2008
85
91st
Good story and animation and charming mood.
Rated 09 Apr 2008
89
67th
Thanks to "Ratatouille" and "The Incredibles," even casual fans of animation know Brad Bird. They owe it to themselves, then, to seek out this exceptionally moving, impeccably animated story of a boy and his robot. Who'd have thought that, along with "Office Space," Jennifer Aniston would have been involved in two of the best films of 1999?
Rated 13 Apr 2008
85
78th
In a decade filled with great animation, this was one of many stand-outs. It was just different from the ordinary. And well worth a watch. And the cast list makes it even more extrodinary.
Rated 28 May 2008
55
46th
cute
Rated 02 Jun 2008
100
93rd
Beautiful animation. Brad Bird is my freaking hero. <3 I also really enjoy movies set in the Cold War era.
Rated 21 Jun 2008
88
56th
Good! Serious though!
Rated 29 Jun 2008
82
81st
Excellent hand-drawn animation. Good story and a very sad ening
Rated 30 Sep 2008
91
97th
Absolutely brilliant movie for kids with a great message.
Rated 15 Oct 2008
82
41st
Aw. Good family film that anyone would find adorable.
Rated 23 Oct 2008
85
88th
The animation is excellent and very beautiful story and well prepared. A film that does not address the kids made silly, or underestimate their intelligence.
Rated 28 Oct 2008
3
17th
I've seen this too many times and every time I saw this, it was like being in Guantanamo. I think I've seen this too many times.
Rated 03 Nov 2008
75
59th
Excellent throwback to 50's Sci-fi. Brad Bird hits all the right notes.
Rated 04 Nov 2008
40
80th
This film makes you look younger.
Rated 13 Nov 2008
65
33rd
this movie deserved more attention than it got
Rated 14 Dec 2008
89
75th
Depressing as all hell but great
Rated 14 Dec 2008
80
77th
Worthy of the rehabilitation it's gotten despite excessive narrative hand-holding and at least one plot hole. Watching this in a theater as a kid was like a crash course in telling an involving story.
Rated 20 Dec 2008
60
72nd
The animation is great, the story is interesting and the characters are fun to watch. The only thing I criticize about this film is the end. Although it's good (like, I did want him to live), but at least they should've shown him reuniting with the boy. And the ending that I really wanted (and expected) is where Giant does die, but he miraculously wakes up -- That kind of ending would've been much happy.
Rated 02 Jan 2009
81
91st
Nice
Rated 15 Jan 2009
85
77th
A great little cartoon, kid is a little whiny but you know.. I've seen it over and over.
Rated 09 Feb 2009
90
94th
Decent animation, and a great story combine to create this fantastic little picture about a giant robot...with an even gianter heart.
Rated 12 Feb 2009
78
63rd
Many scenes are silly and Vin's voice is wasted a bit under the effects but the story is top notch and the animation looks nice.
Rated 16 Feb 2009
4
96th
One of the best animated films ever.
Rated 18 Feb 2009
73
37th
Great movie. It is doesn't talk down to kids and does a great job of addressing certain issues without doing it in an over-the-top, heavy handed way.
Rated 12 Mar 2009
73
41st
Cute movie, but not exceptional
Rated 15 Mar 2009
80
69th
"Superman..." :'(
Rated 24 Mar 2009
83
58th
Damn good movie, the animation is amazing, the CG integrates better than most movies today do. It's a bit cliche and doesn't really play by the rules it sets up for itself but still enjoyable. The best part of the movie, by far, is at the end when the Giant goes ape-shit, so bad ass, I want to see a movie of just that.
Rated 29 Mar 2009
90
68th
An incredible story, an incredible movie.
Rated 14 Jun 2009
6
95th
Just as I was losing faith in the awe and wonder film can have, this animated relic of my youth comes along and shows me. It's all so simple, so funny, so perfect. Escapist children fantasy doesn't get much better than this.
Rated 28 Jun 2009
75
72nd
Overall Enjoyment: 30/40, Plot/Themes: 15/20, Cinematography/Direction: 20/20, Acting/Writing: 10/20
Rated 22 Jul 2009
95
96th
A masterpiece of animation in every sense of the word. Not only is it beautiful and original, I absolutely love the scathing criticism of Cold War-era politics. Deep stuff for a "children's" film. It deserved to be an enormous hit. At least Brad Bird would get vindication later on. I'd say this film is his magnum opus though.
Rated 30 Jul 2009
85
84th
You'll never be more attached to robots
Rated 01 Aug 2009
86
92nd
Wonderful animation and a touching story, make this an often overlooked little gem of a movie. What you'd expect for Brad Bird really.

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