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This gentle reworking of Ted Hughes's 1968 novella was the unseen gem of 1999. Hogarth, a young boy who lives in the Maine woods during the cold war, befriends a giant robot. As with ET, the iron giant is a misunderstood outsider who becomes a child's best friend and Hogarth does his best to hide the massive figure from his mom (voiced by Jennifer Aniston) and the local scrap-yard beatnik (Harry Connick Jr.). Soon the suspicions of neighbours and a government agent (Christopher McDonald) spell trouble.
With no songs, no sidekicks and no cheap ending, The Iron Giant is a refreshing change--like an off-Broadway production compared to the glitz of Disney's annual animated extravaganzas. Director Brad Bird may have Family Dog and The Simpsons to his credit but this film doesn't have that brand of scatological humour. As with the best family entertainment, there are gags that adults will howl at while the kids are watching something else (see Bird's interpretation of cold war propaganda). And the star is one cool piece of animated magic. Voiced by Vin Diesel (Saving Private Ryan's hulking Private Caparzo) and filled with more gadgets than a Swiss army knife, the giant is a grand thing to behold. And like another famous cinema tin man, our hero--and the movie--has heart. Superb entertainment for ages 5 and up. --Doug Thomas
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In 1957, a gigantic iron man crash lands from outer space in Rockwell, Maine. After reassembling itself, the giant is discovered by nine-year-old Hogarth Hughes, who helps it to conceal itself while feeding on scrapyard cars. Hogarth is helped by beatnik Dean McCoppin (voiced by Harry Connick Jr), unaware that government agent Kent Mansley is already on the trail of what he regards as an 'alien invader'.
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53 of 54 people found the following review helpful
By Mr L Scott
Format:DVD
There is no doubt in my mind that The Iron Giant is one of the most underated films ever made. It is such a shame that Warner Bros. did not have the confidence to invest more than they did (which was hardly anyhing!) in promoting this film. This is brought to light further in the special edition DVD version of the film, during the special features interviews, in which Brad Bird explains there were additional scenes he would liked to have included, but due to budget constraints could not.
It is such an unusual story, of a small boy and an enormous robot, that somehow highlight the feelings of friendship and loyalty in a fashion no other animated story has managed to do.
A real heartwarming tale with great heroes, a cunning villian, wonderful humour and plenty of action. Highly recommended viewing for both adults and children alike, making it a fantastic family film.
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
By R. Appleby
Format:DVD
This is a wonderful movie. It has a real meaty story that unwinds at a far gentler pace than many other animated movies but the overall result (especially after repeated viewings) is far more satisfying. If you love animation, don't miss this.
49 of 51 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Before he went to Pixar to do THE INCREDIBLES (2004), Brad Bird co-wrote and directed one of the best animated films of the 1990's - THE IRON GIANT (1999). But sadly, this wonderful film was a failure at the box-office. Why? Because Warner Bros. gave the film no marketing (no TV spots and very few ads in newspapers and magazines). But the film critics loved it and it has fared much better on VHS & DVD sales. And hopefully, thanks to the success of THE INCREDIBLES, more people will watch THE IRON GIANT.
This film is a big step from the 2-D animated Disney films of the late-1990's. There's no romantic sub-plots, no talking creatures voiced by a-list celebrities and best of all, no cring-worthy songs that tries to become an Oscar contender. THE IRON GIANT is a touching and heartwarming film about a lonely boy who befriends a giant iron robot from outer space.
If you've read this review, please buy THE IRON GIANT on DVD and watch it with all of your family. It's a modern classic.
This film is a big step from the 2-D animated Disney films of the late-1990's. There's no romantic sub-plots, no talking creatures voiced by a-list celebrities and best of all, no cring-worthy songs that tries to become an Oscar contender. THE IRON GIANT is a touching and heartwarming film about a lonely boy who befriends a giant iron robot from outer space.
If you've read this review, please buy THE IRON GIANT on DVD and watch it with all of your family. It's a modern classic.
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GREAT DVD
I bought this for my grandsons, its a great DVD, and they watch it over and over again. Super fast delivery and as discribed.
Published 4 days ago by Toniglitz
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A great kids film you've possibly never seen
We all know the Ted Hughes book but this American cartoon film adaptation is a good adaptation of the book although bears little resemblance to the original story. Read more
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Fantastic
My son (under 4) loves this, he watches it all the time and acts out being the Iron Giant. Would recommend.
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I really enjoyed this DVD and bough it for my grandson who also really enjoyed it. good film and reasonably priced.
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All of my family love this film, anyone who hasnt seen it and watches it at our house instantly goes out and buys it as its such a lovely film. Read more
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My son loves this film, it's quite old now but still good to watch with your little ones. We have watched it many times
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My son who is 10 absolutely loved this DVD,and come to think of it....so did I ( I,m 49 years young).
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Great Film!
This is just a classic, but it does get really sad at some times. I won't give away too much for those who don't know it yet, but this is undeniably a great film.
Published 1 month ago by Tijmen
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Little known gem
This came to my attention via a Tim Keller sermon I downloaded! He rated it highly, and now so do I. A sweet, old fashioned story.
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