"Steel Giant" is an excellent animation work reflecting on the war in the context of the Cold War. In this kind of work, large, expressionless machines like the Iron Giant are generally used as the mount or secret weapon of the evil leader, but in this animation, this character has become more complicated than ever. The film’s accusation of war and the metaphor of nuclear bombs, an uncontrollable weapon of lethality, are very obvious, expressing that the villain in the film is not a steel giant, not the soldiers, nor the minister of defense, but the main thrust of the war itself.
"Steel Giant" is a pure movie, no gorgeous scenes, no dazzling special effects, no perfect ending, no singing and dancing, but it will touch the softest corner of the audience's heart. The theme and interest are far away. Higher than the conventional "animation", it is a masterpiece that will be remembered forever.
"Steel Giant" vividly describes a simple and touching story, it constantly grabs from the depths of the audience's heart, exploring the most innocent side. The film does not have magical animation effects. In fact, its animation production is slightly mediocre from some professional perspectives, and the film also conveys some political messages (such as guns, government, and nuclear weapons). But this film deservedly occupies a very important position in the history of Hollywood animation.
