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In the long tradition of big, giant robots came 1999\u2019s \u201cThe Iron Giant,\u201d the film Brad Bird made before he made \u201cThe Incredibles.\u201d It was kind of a flop in its initial release, but this animated feature has become rightfully recognized as a classic. We debate the Giant\u2019s original purpose, break down a surprisingly large succession of poop jokes, and ponder the Giant\u2019s ultimate destiny to be the benevolent robot-king of Iceland.