The Iron Giant Critic Reviews
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Heart and tenderness are rare in cartoon movies. But in an age of frenetic children's fare, the new animated adventure The Iron Giant dares to show a lot of both, and it comes up a winner.Read the full review
At times, The Iron Giant is more serene than it needs to be, but it's a lovely and touching daydream.Read the full review
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 the full review
Not just a cute romp but an involving story that has something to say.Read the full review
Still, the movie -- as beautifully drawn, as sleek and engaging as it is -- has the annoyance of incredible smugness.Read the full review
A smooth, skilled example of animated filmmaking.Read the full review
A solid, not to say ironclad, winner in the less than overcrowded family animation arena.Read the full review
We are happy to report there is intelligent life in feature animation beyond planet Disney and the gaseous ball of foul language known as South Park.Read the full review