Review of Astro Boy (2009) by Naajiy M — 26 Jul 2012
A suitable if predictable animated film. Deriving close(ish) from the source material, Imagi have given it a good go for this interpretation with a nicely stylized city. But the character designs are pretty standard and it doesn't have the shine that a better study can accomplish.
The story is typical coming of age/Identity stuff blah blah that iv'e always cringed at but it's handled as well as something like this can be. The film lacks humour and and any source of wow factor. the action is a plenty and quick well done.
Probably not a film the Astro Boy fans will approve of but imagi have done an admirable job which I wouldn't be re-missed having a sequel that could/should be better if it ever happens.
This review of Astro Boy (2009) was written by Naajiy M on 26 Jul 2012.
Astro Boy has generally received mixed reviews.
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