Astro Boy Trailer November 19, 2009
Posted by Helen in : Movies , trackbackAnimation has had a great year there’s no denying that but can it continue? Well we will find out in the new year when Astro Boy hits the big screen.
Directed by Dave Bowers (Flushed Away), and written by Bowers and Timothy Hyde Harris (Kindergarten Cop). ‘Astro Boy’ is based on the manga created by Osamu Tezuka.
A thrilling tale of a true hero, Astro Boy is an all new, feature film of action, adventure, humour and art and brought to life on the big screen in breathtaking CGI animation.
Set in futuristic Metro City, Astro Boy is about a young robot with incredible powers created by a brilliant scientist named Dr. Tenma (Nicolas Cage).
Powered by positive ‘blue’ energy, Astro Boy (Freddie Highmore) is endowed with super strength, X-ray vision, unbelievable speed and the ability to fly.
Embarking on a journey in search of acceptance, Astro Boy encounters many other colourful characters along the way. Through his adventures he learns the joys and emotions of being human and gains the strength to embrace his destiny.
Learning his friend and family are in danger, Astro Boy uses his awesome super powers and returns to Metro City in a valiant effort to save everything he cares about and to understand what it takes to be a hero.
Astro Boy is released 29th January take a look at the trailer:
I’m from the US and have seen this movie – 5 times! I absolutely love it, rather to my surprise. It’s
got beautiful imagery, great action, a lovable central character and heart to spare. The kids I
know who have seen it adore it. Hope you like it too!