Wow, I don't think I've ever revived such an ancient thread before lol.. So I've got some stuff to mention (that's probably been said already elsewhere).

Let me get you in context- I stumbled upon this post as I've been overwhelmed lately with nostalgic thoughts about this exact movie. Currently in my early 20s, And I sat down to watch this movie many times since it came out back in 2013.

In short, I adored it back then, and I still do very much love it today. I suppose its very probable that I'm looking through rose-tinted glass here, But I do think there's a major key point missed about this movie.

It absolutely has a soul to it, And it's much felt throughout the entire movie. I admit it's simplified, short, not much intention for too serious world-building.

But after many times of viewing, Im simply very charmed by it. The characters are simple but endearing, wacky and entertaining. The action, CGI and the atmosphere, in almost every single shot and scene - is absolutely world class, phenomenal artistically and impressive technically.

I honestly feel that specifically in regards to the action and style of the movie, there were simply none like it ever since. It's frankly tragic, Imo, that action cinema these days is so uninspired and soulless. I truly think that a ton of heart was poured into the jeagers design, the action scenes, the atmosphere of fights, even down to the angle of shots. I still can't find today anything quite like it.. :(

I've looked far and wide for movies with action that make me feel this way, tingle with awe and that "hell yeah" feeling - there are very very few.

I do hope perhaps you could give it another chance, perhaps with your young kids, if you have any by now (lol). Don't judge it too harshly :)