So, I went and saw Ironman (like 100.7 million dollars worth of people!) last week. I loved it. Here's my concise review:
Acting: Robert Downey Jr. (Tony Stark) was pitch perfect in this role. He provided just enough machismo to pull off the overconfident, savvy billionaire but pulled it back enough to allow us to realize that he really could be that smart and creative in his weapons development. Jeff Bridges (Obadiah Stone) was fun and unexpected. Gwyneth Paltrow (Pepper Potts) and Terrence Howard (Rhodes) provided solid performances that really added to the effect of the movie.
Action: Wow. While the action was not the central part of the story for a good 2/3 of the film, the parts that followed later were impressive. They truly captured Ironman for what he really is. The special effects were great, and the sound and post editing were well done. I left satisfied, quite drawn in.
Story: I love the backstory to Ironman. He is such a cold, calculating villian when you first meet him, but as he learns what his business and arms have done to himself and the world, he has a true change of heart. It is here that Ironman shines: instead of focusing on special effects to move the story, we have an incredible story only to be bolstered by state of the art special effects and fun.
Bottom Line: A great way to start the summer. One of the best superhero movies I've ever seen. Go and see it!
Acting: 9/10
Action: 10/10
Story: 10/10
Overall (not an average): 9.3/10
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Matt, I liked the movie a lot too. Although I didn't feel like the end did justice to his immense character change. It just seemed a little random and abrupt.
Matt-
You are dead on with your analysis. I went and saw the movie last Saturday and like you said, the action scenes don't make the story, they enhance it. It was a very solid movie. I wish we could see more action with Iron Man, hopefully the sequel won't disappoint. Two thumbs up for Marvell's first movie.
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