
Astro Boy
3.5
(1.3K)
Animation
Action
Family
Science Fiction
2009
94 min
PG
Set in the futuristic Metro City, Astro Boy (Atom) is a young robot with incredible powers created by a brilliant scientist in the image of the son he had lost. Unable to fulfill his creator's expectations, Astro embarks on a journey in search of acceptance, experiencing betrayal and a netherworld of robot gladiators, before returning to save Metro City and reconcile with the father who rejected him.
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"I finally got around to seeing this animated film and I was really in for a shock. In fact, the plot is a bit jarring. I am reminded of Benicio del Toro's Pinocchio. The storyline is about the characters accepting the reality of their situation. The young boy must prove his worth to everyone that he loves. Donald Sutherland did a good job voicing one of the main characters."
"Well that surely was something. But I kind of loved it. The only problem being I want to watch more.
It surprised me a few times. I loved the father character while also hating him. But he was realistic and his ending was satisfying. Everyone was satisfying. Except for Stone. I don't know who chose to make his voice actor that, but he was lacking something in his delivery. Cora was fine enough just a bit forced.
There was a lot to cover and the movie wasn't truly long enough to cover it all. Every robot was hilarious and I loved them. Zog was great, Orrin was heartfelt, the RRF or whatever was a fun and entertaining add-on from time to time, then the window washers were perfect. I adored them.
I recommend this for any family out there. I remember my brother adoring it as a kid so I know many will."