Reviews of Iron Man

Everybody likes, but...

Posted : 1 year ago on 12 October 2008 10:52 (A review of Iron Man)

...it's not a great movie. Yes, it has all the elements of action movies, but most of the super hero movies seem to be the same, the same formula. Even the bad guys doesn't seem to be that bad...

I think the error is trying to make a movie about a comics super hero trying to transform the comics into a movie. They should forget the comics format and start a story more appropriate to cinema...

Anyway, if you like action movies and high tech and don't care about a more deep and complex story, it's nice.

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Pumping Iron!

Posted : 1 year, 1 month ago on 19 September 2008 08:48 (A review of Iron Man)

''The truth is...I am Iron Man!''


When wealthy industrialist Tony Stark is forced to build an armored suit after a life-threatening incident, he ultimately decides to use its technology to fight against evil.

Robert Downey Jr.: Tony Stark / Iron Man

Terrence Howard: Jim Rhodes

Jeff Bridges: Obadiah Stane / Iron Monger

Gwyneth Paltrow: Pepper Potts

I love how Comic book movie take half the picture duration to set up their hero, to see them finally become.
Iron Man is a mixed bag for me. On one hand it's got humour, amazing effects and mindless fun, on the other hand it's got terrible acting, Gwyneth Paltrow and Terrance Howard, yes I'm looking at you two, it's over far too quickly and it's not very adult.

Iron Man left me wanting more despite it's one of my fave hero's and Robert Downey Jr is one of my highly respected and loved actor to me.

Fan boys, children, geeks MALES!, comic-book appreciative audiences will lap this up!
Transformers does what Iron Man attempts and also adds that human element, a humour that doesn't push, that both genders can get something from.

Gwyneth Paltrow seriously needs acting lessons and Terrence Howard just didn't click to me as a pilot with his weedy voice. But ultimately Robert Downey Jr steals the show as Tony Stark AKA Iron Man.

Iron Man is going to make big money i have no doubt of that, it's a blockbuster cashing in on audiences like moths to a flame. In a world of Spiderman, Batman, Fantastic Four, Superman this IM is another fine addition to superhero flicks and to Marvel's belt

Again Robert Downey Jr as Tony Stark AKA Iron Man carries the film displaying the best performance alone, while Jeff Bridges as Stane shows us a villain. Effects wise, action sequences it surpasses it's wet dream, and provides laughs galore in places. Terrorists getting smacked away by this giant colossus is breath taking to watch, while a final Mech battle is obviously going to happen.
And Tony hitting that hammer there's a whiff of Rambo in there too, i mean come on, I don't moan about Original ideas but someone's got to draw the line. Hell it's got class anyhow.

I'm afraid Hollywood scripts are so predictable i actually guessed what would happen one third in although this didn't decrease my enjoyment.

Iron Man is colourful, bold and fast blazoned with action and kiddish. I'm left optimistically thrilled, craving a certain sequel and a Dark Knight not to mention Hulk to carry on IM trend.

A Comic Book Blockbuster!

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The Man Of Steel

Posted : 1 year, 3 months ago on 4 August 2008 03:38 (A review of Iron Man)

As a comicbook nerd, it's really cool for me that more of these types of movies are being made with more attention to the quality, visually & "creatively".
I found this one a much more cohesive origin story than Marvel's major player, Spiderman's first go-at-it. The problem with the first film of any superhero flick is to be able to show enough of a detailed origin while still leaving enough room in the film for a transition of the character learning to deal with his/her powers & then some kind climatic confrontation with some sort of antagonist figure. I found this movie to be much better paced than other initial efforts of Marvel properties like the Hulk or Spiderman, with a much more naturalness to the characters, as evidenced by Downey Jr's humor & the comfortable chemistry between he, Gweneth Paltrow & Terence Howard.



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A fresh new start to Downey's career

Posted : 1 year, 3 months ago on 3 August 2008 09:44 (A review of Iron Man)

To make a long story short: if you like Comic Book movies, this one is a must-see. Funny and fascinating in turns, and features Robert Downy Jr at his best. It's a great action film and never gets too horribly preachy. Just great fun to watch.

And now for the spoilery bits.

I will admit, the amount of stuff I know about Tony Stark/Iron Man would fit on the head of a pin, but this movie played up the few bits I knew exceptionally well. The fact that he's a playboy who would put Bruce Wayne to shame. The fact that he drinks like a fish. The fact that he's permanently attached to part of his suit. All of it explained exceptionally well.

And, too, they grounded him not just in the real world (he's in a convoy in Afghanistan when he's attacked and captured), but also in the Marvel world (the repeated joke about S.H.I.E.L.D.), which was great to see, knowing how many more Marvel films we're likely to see in the next 5 to 10 years.

Robert Downy Jr took this role and ran with it. Not only is he believable as the millionaire arsehole who just wants to make his weapons, bigger, faster, better; but also as the playboy who can't be arsed to care about anyone, and the captive who realizes just what he's done to the world, and the man who would be Superman (okay, Iron Man, but you get the gist, right?). He's also the creator of the suit, rather than having it made for him. And each stage of the process, his delight as each new part works is just incredible to see. If he has any chance of regaining some of the stature he once had, this film has definitely managed that.

The comedy aspects keep from making the movie too depressing and too dark. My particular favorite was one of the robots Tony has helping him work on and test the suit as he rebuilds it once he gets home. The timing in those scenes... Especially the comments about not wanting to hurt his precious cars, his first "flight" and the arm's "help" in fire suppression.

The plot is a bit obvious in points, particularly when it comes to Stark's right-hand-man. He's set up almost from the get-go as the badguy, though he doesn't show his spots till about the middle of the movie, and the pacing of the plot kept that from being too annoying.

All in all, I loved it, and I highly recommend it.

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Iron Man review

Posted : 1 year, 4 months ago on 4 July 2008 10:16 (A review of Iron Man)

I had the chance to see Iron Man opening week with a friend of mine, and oh was it fun! I will admit that the first 15 minutes of the movie had me worried that this movie was going to be all kinds of American propaganda supporting the war on terrorism. I was pleasantly surprised after that first section to realize that it definitely more about the accountability of our own actions.

Marvel definitely did not disappoint with this movie. But then again, it’s Marvel, so what did I expect? I mean, other than Spider-Man 3 and X-Men: The Last Stand, when has Marvel ever really disappointed me? Oh wait, there was the travesty that was Fantastic Four: Rise of the Silver Surfer too. BUT other than those three movies, when has Marvel Studios ever let me down? It had what I enjoy in movies - great soundtrack (how could it not be good when it opens with AC/DC’s Back in Black?), great cast, awesome special effects and snarky humour. On the topic of the humour in the movie, let’s face it, Pepper Potts had most of the best lines. And she was not some wimpy female superhero’s girlfriend like a certain Mary Jane Watson.

The villain left a little bit to be desired… I can understand his lust for power would drive him to do what he does, but … there’s no mystery! I like my villains to be a little bit more in-depth, to make me wonder what drives them, and why they are the bad guy. I suppose, in the next installment, they can have more time to focus on the villains as the movie won’t be so much about introducing Iron Man. At least one can hope.

Of course there was the scene after the credits that I loved. Ah, how could one not be excited about Samuel L. Jackson’s appearance? I mean, dude. Excitement! Stuff to look forward to! Yay!

Overall, a fun and entertaining movie, but not one that I’m going to buy on DVD.

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i am IRONMAN!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Posted : 1 year, 5 months ago on 29 May 2008 04:52 (A review of Iron Man)

this movie was so awsome!!!for real you should buy this movie first thing on your things to do before you die list.well some people thing that the movie was complicated but it was to good of a movie that your gonna have to buy it the minute after you saw that movie.it was also funny and hardcore action in this movie.im actually the biggest fan of ironman and all it comics,movies and cartoons.





















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i am iron man

Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago on 8 May 2008 09:35 (A review of Iron Man)

iron man starts off with a bang. meet tony stark he's your average smart ass filthy rich weapons manufacturer played by a wonderful Robert Downey Jr. the first 20-30 minutes of the movie shows tony getting to know our troops in the middle east wich is rather hularious too.then later we see tony get captured by terrorists and build his first suit and makes an escape. Jeff bridges is obadiah stane stark's right hand man whom you won't even recognize in the movie until the credts roll and then you'll remeber that he's the dude without hair. leslie bibb is Christine Everhart the reporter that stark sleeps with also in the first 30 minutes of the movie only to try and down stark industries later in the movie.pepper potts is played by an all to charming Gwenyth Platrow who looks like clare danes in the movie more than anything else. pepper is stark's personal assistant and love interest throughout the movie. iron man is no doubt the best superhero movie we've had since the punisher. i wish i could say that iron man is true to the comics however i have not read them. iron man is truly something good and is very entertaining throughout the whole movie with powerful performances from the cast iron man it well worth the ten bucks.

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It's a Robert Downey Jr show

Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago on 4 May 2008 02:28 (A review of Iron Man)

Robert Downey Jr is one of the best actors in Hollywood today. He completely convincing in his role as Tony Stark/Iron Man. The rest of the cast is excellent as well, no weak spots.

The movie is engrossing from start to finish. They seem to have taken a few cues from Batman Begins and tried very hard to make the action and the technology believable (I do mean believable, not realistic, it's based on a comic book after all). For the most part, everyone follows the rules of physics. The only thing about the movie that really bothered me was how Iron Monger managed to master his suit instantly, while it took Tony Stark several weeks (months?) to do the same. Still, this was about the only false move the writers made.

Doesn't set the gold standard for superhero or comic book movies (that is still Batman Begins), but it's a damn good movie regardless.

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Very Entertaning Flick.

Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago on 4 May 2008 01:46 (A review of Iron Man)

"Iron Man" is a highly entertaning action/adventure/comedy film. The main reason for it's comedy is Robert Downey Jr. He is hilarious in this film, and is one of the best actors in the business today. The plot is very good. It had the right amount of action, character development, and comedy.

"Iron Man" isn't a must see film per say, but it does deliver some entertainment.

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funny and entertaining

Posted : 1 year, 6 months ago on 3 May 2008 04:13 (A review of Iron Man)

I loved this movie. The only thing is that I think there were lots of better choices for the role of Pepper than Gwyneth. Still, she was ok. Robert Downey Jr on the other hand was marvelous! Perfect. I hope to see him in future sequels.

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