Iron Giant, The

Synopsis
Based on poet Ted Hughes' 1968 children's book, former SIMPSONS producer Brad Bird's adaptation proves to be a work of art the family can enjoy together--simple and visually captivating enough for kids and sharp and touching enough for adults. Hogarth is a young boy in 1950s Maine. When he finds a kind and very large robot (of unknown origin), a strong bond of friendship is formed between the two. It isn't long, however, until a government agent is on their trail, wanting to destory the robot. A beautifully rendered fable.

Reviews
"...A visually appealing, well-crafted film..." (Variety)

"...Genuinely moving....One of the more emotionally satisfying films of the year..." (Sight and Sound)

"...THE IRON GIANT is a smooth, skilled example of animated filmmaking..." (New York Times)

"...This family film is filled with humor, suspense and situations everyone can relate to....THE IRON GIANT, like its eponymous android, has a warm soul..." -- 4 out of 5 stars (Box Office)

"...Well-crafted and distinctive....Cool....GIANT has the mettle to match its metal..." (USA Today)

"...Straight-arrow and subversive, made with simplicity as well as sophistication, THE IRON GIANT remembers the wonders of being a child and understands how to convey that in a media-savvy age..." (Los Angeles Times)

"...An enchanting animate feature....An involving story that has something to say..." (Chicago Sun-Times)

"[T]he heartfelt tale teems with baby-boomer touchstones..." (Entertainment Weekly)