Real Steel
Charlie Kenton is a washed-up fighter who retired from the ring when robots took over the sport. After his robot is trashed, he reluctantly teams up with his estranged son to rebuild and train an unlikely contender.
Release Year
2011
Runtime
127 min
Audience Score
7.1
Genres
Action, Science Fiction, Drama
Story Snapshot
Charlie Kenton is a washed-up fighter who retired from the ring when robots took over the sport. After his robot is trashed, he reluctantly teams up with his estranged son to rebuild and train an unlikely contender.
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Real Steel is a immersive pick with medium complexity, which makes it a strong option when you want something that feels specific instead of generic.
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