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If you haven't seen this movie, you should. Astro Boy, in my mind, was one of the most enjoyable films I 've seen recently (a close second to "Radio"). The soundtrack is brilliance. Pure brilliance. And Freddy Highmore being casted as Astro Boy... that was probably the best casting move for an animated film. Ever. The main criticism I've seen so far is that the plot is cheesy and predictable. And I'll concede that it is. But you're enjoying the movie so much that it just doesn't matter.
The movie is definitely geared at kids (aren't most animated movies), but this one appeals to teenagers and adults as well. In fact, over at IMDB, "males under 18" are the category liking Astro Boy the most.
OVERALL, 9/10. Great movie. Should be considered for Best Animated Feature, but alas, since Pixar put out a crappy movie this year (Up, anyone?) they'll be winning the award.
Astro Boy ftw.
I totally agree. I loved this movie. More than Up, more than Cloudy with a chance of Meatballs, more than any other toon I've seen this year. Astro Boy for best animated feature, YEH! Absolutely. But...you know they'll give it to Pixar. Feh.
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