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A retro science-fiction epic set in Victorian England that centers on a young inventor named Ra Stim, who receives--his grandfather--a mysterious metal "steam ball" containing a new form of energy capable of powering an entire nation. A prodigy, the young Ra Stim must use the steam ball to fight evil, redeem his family, and save London from destruction.
| Genres: |
Art/Foreign, Science Fiction/Fantasy and Animation |
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| Running Time: |
2 hrs. 4 min. |
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| Release Date: |
March 18, 2005 Limited |
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| MPAA Rating: |
PG-13 for action violence. |
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| Distributors: |
Sony Pictures Releasing
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| U.S. Box Office: |
$410,388 |
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| Critics Reviews |
Average Grade:
B-
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Chicago Sun-Times, Roger Ebert
"There may be possibilities here, but they're lost in the extraordinary boredom of a long third act devoted almost entirely to loud, pointless and repetitive action." more...
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C+ |
Chicago Tribune, Robert K. Elder
"...hot air..." more...
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C+ |
E! Online,
"...an action film that's really smart." more...
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B+ |
Hollywood Reporter, Richard James Havis
"The only letdown is that the focus on action drowns out any character development." more...
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B |
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