a true gem

Rating: 10/10 (18 January 2003)

I've just watched this film for probably the fifth time, and I must say it rates as one of the best animated films of all time. It's truly heart-warming and something you don't often find in animated features: it's REAL. The characters are actually believable. The film boasts rich and vibrant artwork. Its message is simple, yet effective. Warner Bros. should be ashamed it didn't put any effort in promoting The Iron Giant when it came out in '99. This rivals anything Disney has put out -- without the annoying show tunes. Easily 10 out of 10.