Release Year: 2016

Rating: 7.9/10 ( voted)

Critic's Score: /100

Director: Stewart Hendler

Stars: Ben Winchell, Josh Brener, Maria Bello

Storyline
When teenage Max McGrath discovers his body can generate the universe's most powerful energy, he must bond with the only being able to contain it - a mysterious techno-organic extraterrestrial named Steel. United as the superhero Max Steel, the two friends must combat an alien menace and unlock the secrets of their past.

Cast:
Ben Winchell - Max McGrath
Josh Brener - Steel (voice)
Maria Bello - Molly McGrath
Andy Garcia - Dr. Miles Edwards
Ana Villafañe - Sofia Martinez
Mike Doyle - Jim McGrath
Phillip DeVona - Harkins
Billy Slaughter - Murphy
Al Mitchell - Dr. Smith
Lawrence Kao - Dr. Lee
Jahnee Wallace - Student / Thirsty Kid
Avis-Marie Barnes - Mrs. Bernardo
Brandon Larracuente - Kid
Clayton Frey - Punk
Megan Hayes - Stalled Car Woman

Official Website: Official site | Official site [Japan]

Country: UK, USA

Language: English

Release Date: 3 Jan 2016

Filming Locations: Wilmington, North Carolina, USA

Technical Specs

Runtime: 92 min

Trivia:
Skyler Samuels and Skyler Day were previously tested for Sofia Martinez before Ana Villafañe got the part. See more »

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Rating: 5/10

Max is a nomad, He hasn't had a place to call his own his entire life. Until he moves back to his birthplace. Where he discovers that his father has left him a legacy. Giving him abilities that are beyond his wildest imagination. Based on the animation that was made in 2001. Honestly, I found the premise a bit cliché, As the superhero angle seems to be a well that doesn't seem to dry. However, Stewart Hendler's work on "Halo 4: Forward Unto Dawn" was a welcome surprise and ultimately was the tipping point on the scale that resulted in me going to this. On the up side, the costumes and visuals were superb, unfortunately, the same cannot be said for the story telling. As I feel that the most important point in a movie such as this one is that the audience can relate to the heroes moral compass. Yet, Max felt shallow and his ally Steel, was irritating(His voice didn't help).

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