The Iron Giant
PGUnited States rating19991h 26mAnimation, Drama, Family
A young boy discovers a massive metal robot that has landed near his small town. The two form an unlikely friendship as the boy teaches the giant about being a hero rather than a weapon. It is a gentle story about making choices and standing up for what is right.
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PG US
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A young boy discovers a massive metal robot that has landed near his small town. The two form an unlikely friendship as the boy teaches the giant about being a hero rather than a weapon. It is a gentle story about making choices and standing up for what is right.
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What's in it
- Scary
- Some
- Violence
- Some
- Language
- None
- Rude humour
- None
- Sad themes
- Some
- Pace
- Gentle
- The film features long scenes and a steady narrative flow with moments of quiet reflection. Estimated
Scary moments
- Approx.ScaryThe giant robot is damaged by a train and later faces off against soldiers.
- Approx.ScaryThe giant enters a battle mode after believing his friend is hurt.
- Approx.ScaryA nuclear missile is launched toward the town.
Talk about it after
- 1Why did the boy decide to help the giant even though it was a secret?
- 2The giant had to choose who he wanted to be. What do you think made him choose to be a hero?
- 3How did the characters show they cared for one another throughout the story?
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