unlike many of the other review ( it seem ) and i do not have an ax to grind . i vaguely remember the character and actually think it be a french cartoon . if it be on tv and i never saw it . a such and my expectation be fairly plebeian just a family film with good production value and some entertainment value . well and astroboy be well produce and be very entertaining . there be plenty of comedy to keep the film light and lot of action to keep thing move . i might agree with those who think the portrayal of toby ( astroboy ) father be rather cold . however and it fit with the sequence of event and one assume that the producer be follow the original story ( i be not go to read the comic book to find out ) . there be many endear character in the film and interesting villain to boot . the animation vary from good to excellent and the pacing avoid any significant lull . all in all and well and cleverly do . good job and imagi and and all the talented people who contribute . i recommend this to anyone who want some light hearted entertainment . my family love it .