In a positive, early look at Sky Captain and the World Tomorrow, Moriarty at Ain’t It Cool News writes, “Even unfinished, this is a very pure and uncomplicated piece of entertainment.” The critic goes on to say, “Is this a perfect piece of transcendent film art that will change you life? No, of course not, although it may well send lasting shockwaves through the industry in regards to the way films are made.” Sky Captain and the World of Tomorrow flies into theaters on September 17, 2004.