It was fabulous lke the first, just behind it in how much I enjoyed it. While I felt there were gaps in the story, and Mickey Rourke, while playing a FANTASTICALLY sympathetic character fell short as a true villain. Sam Rockwell as Hammer ws... weak and pathetic. The true introduction of the SHIELD group was not well done. I am curious to see more of them however. Robert Downey Jr and Gwyneth Paltrow reprised thier roles extremely well, naturally. If you like comic book movies, special effects, Robert Downey jr, Mickey Rourke or any of the above - go see this film. It is VERY well directed and there were good moments of pathos, excitement and cheers. Its fun and not a bad way to spend a couple of hours.