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A Fun, Exciting, Well Rounded, Movie.
PostedMay 5, 2008
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Comic books have a reputation for being just for kids. And by proxy, so do movies based on a comic book property. For the most part, Marvel has been able to overcome that stigma. A few hiccups can be seen here or there. A notable instance for me being Spider-Man 3. Where instead of acting all dark and scary as teased in the trailer, Marvel and director, Sam Raimi had Peter Parker do a mean dance and dress like an emo. It's understandable. Who wants their most recognizable asset to scare little kids?
The point is that Spider-Man 3 forwent story for a less offensive character.
Iron Man did not.
Who, besides the Hef, could possibly relate to a self-indulgent, over drinking, wealthy, businessman with a penchant for engaging in one night stands?
Tony Stark spends the first act of the movie acting like a jerk. And by all rights, we should've hated the guy! But we didn't. Robert Downey Jr.'s performance was so charming, witty, and well done, that we forgave his more disreputable qualities and, in fact, sympathized with him when it all turns bad!
A big reason for that is Farvreau's excellent direction and sense of timing. Stark's emotional evolution didn't feel forced. But rather a natural transformation. No small feat given that it took place in a span of 35 minutes or so! And I would be remiss if I didn't mention how surprisingly funny this movie was. Even when I could see the punch line from a mile away, I was still howling with laughter when the time came.
Favreau has directed a well balanced, engaging, and most importantly -- a grown up movie. Sure kids will thrill at the sight of Iron Man taking down a tank, but adult will also appreciate Stark's sudden understanding of responsibility.
I highly recommend this movie to anybody who wants to see something that's just a little different than what they're used to.
The point is that Spider-Man 3 forwent story for a less offensive character.
Iron Man did not.
Who, besides the Hef, could possibly relate to a self-indulgent, over drinking, wealthy, businessman with a penchant for engaging in one night stands?
Tony Stark spends the first act of the movie acting like a jerk. And by all rights, we should've hated the guy! But we didn't. Robert Downey Jr.'s performance was so charming, witty, and well done, that we forgave his more disreputable qualities and, in fact, sympathized with him when it all turns bad!
A big reason for that is Farvreau's excellent direction and sense of timing. Stark's emotional evolution didn't feel forced. But rather a natural transformation. No small feat given that it took place in a span of 35 minutes or so! And I would be remiss if I didn't mention how surprisingly funny this movie was. Even when I could see the punch line from a mile away, I was still howling with laughter when the time came.
Favreau has directed a well balanced, engaging, and most importantly -- a grown up movie. Sure kids will thrill at the sight of Iron Man taking down a tank, but adult will also appreciate Stark's sudden understanding of responsibility.
I highly recommend this movie to anybody who wants to see something that's just a little different than what they're used to.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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