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JulienK06Dec 11, 2022

Good start for Iron Man, lame antagonist tho and lame side characters, Robert Downey Jr is carrying this Movie tho

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gracjanskiMay 19, 2022

The first third of the movie is so bad: so much arrogance, US propaganda and unrealistic. Later on it gets better, because the things mentioned above are reduced drastically and the nice action and visual effects take over.

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Rickniks38May 8, 2022

A good starting point to my favorite film franchise of all time being a super solid film.

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PhilipBlakeSep 22, 2019

Not really good, but not really bad, this is overall a good introduction in the Marvel cinematic universe. Jeff Bridge was just amazing as always but honestly I didn't agree with the cast of Robert Downey Jr, instead I would love to seeNot really good, but not really bad, this is overall a good introduction in the Marvel cinematic universe. Jeff Bridge was just amazing as always but honestly I didn't agree with the cast of Robert Downey Jr, instead I would love to see Nicolas Cage as he was one of the first involved to play Iron Man, also the original score composer is really not well chosen, Ramin Djawadi is probably fine for a TV show but not for a blockbuster film, at least he never appeared again in any MCU movies. Otherwise it was a correct film.… Expand

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MoViEbUfF17Jul 6, 2019

Iron man was the first movie in the marvel cinematic universe and it shows not in a bad way but I mean in the sort of way that there are small things that set it apart but these become more apparent in the sequel but for now let’s talk aboutIron man was the first movie in the marvel cinematic universe and it shows not in a bad way but I mean in the sort of way that there are small things that set it apart but these become more apparent in the sequel but for now let’s talk about the movie. So the plot is a billionaire Tony Stark is showing off weapons of mass destruction in Afghanistan but during his visit gets kidnapped and brought to a cave to build a bomb since he got shot there is now a magnet in his chest which is stopping strap all from reaching his heart instead of building a bomb he builds an iron suit to help him escape once back in New York he builds a better version of the suit and his partner Obadiah Stane wants to steal his technology so he steals starks magnet and has a bigger version of the suit so Tony gets his back up heart and flies him into space freezing him and dropped back to earth only to get electrocuted to death by Tony’s secutary Pepper Potts falls in love with her saves the day and tells the world he’s iron man. When you get down to it it’s a pretty typical superhero story but it’s made better by the great soundtrack and the even better protagonist Tony Stark. My only complaint is a big one however the third act is really bad for one we didn’t even see the big iron suit get built it was off screen and the villains motivations make no sense. But overall I give the movie a solid 6/10 great movie then ok now… Expand

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mainstreamkidApr 28, 2019

Robert Downey Jr. is good in this, but I kind of forgot how good Jeff Bridges' performance was. You can really tell he's an experienced actor. I probably didn't even notice it when I first watched it, not only because I was a kid, but alsoRobert Downey Jr. is good in this, but I kind of forgot how good Jeff Bridges' performance was. You can really tell he's an experienced actor. I probably didn't even notice it when I first watched it, not only because I was a kid, but also because I had no idea what good acting looked like, and Disney Channel was my go-to for entertainment, so I don't really blame myself.

Re-Watching Iron Man now, after years of watching some pretty great films, made me realize that it's definitely not as great as I thought it was, but still an overall enjoyable fun movie.… Expand

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amheretojudgeApr 8, 2019

Downey and Favreau makes sure that these comic books does echo in the library with sharp illuminating sound.

Iron Man Favreau tames an introductory animal with a smart cookie. When it comes to introduce a safe act on the play, he is the manDowney and Favreau makes sure that these comic books does echo in the library with sharp illuminating sound.

Iron Man

Favreau tames an introductory animal with a smart cookie. When it comes to introduce a safe act on the play, he is the man for the job. Even take The Jungle Book, for instance, he may not have anything new to offer on the table, yet his authenticity comes with a certified and acclaimed label. The director Jon Favreau started this MCU franchise with not a bang but a promising milieu that thrives upon the character no matter how shady and dodgy the storytelling grows. Robert Downey Jr. conjuring this already-loved-by-fans comic character which drives the entire MCU for the most part of it, has an accurately bulletproof arc. Every step of his character spirals out these trains of unheard and thrilling adventures.

And with baby steps in this chapter, Downey is practically always in the lead when it comes to perform on screen, not only due to the substance offered to him to factor in, but his nature of being the attention seeker in the room makes him one of the finest actor; a quality that most probably every actor should have, at least it would make more sense. Jeff Bridges filling in, the stereotypical role of a sinister millionaire casts fear on us through his poised and reserved performance, a fine example of it is when Downey and him shares a press conference and meddles into an argument with a nuanced body language.

Gwyneth Paltrow gets very little to invest on along with Terrence Howard. To be fair, Favreau takes plenty of cheap shots, glorifying revelations with old school background score or even an almost weepy reunion between two friends, but there is a panache in his finesse on editing it to a pragmatic dusty ground. Besides, how often do you see, a so called hero sweat while working hard from the most privileged position, so if he goes rogue and wishes to claim his title, let's just go along with it and call him the Iron Man.… Expand

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LivingTribunalApr 22, 2018

This movie is very overrated. I really love to watch movies, but I can not agree with average user score 8.5. This is movie is slow, and not very good at story telling. However this movie successfully shows each characters. Also, it left oneThis movie is very overrated. I really love to watch movies, but I can not agree with average user score 8.5. This is movie is slow, and not very good at story telling. However this movie successfully shows each characters. Also, it left one good quote. "I am Iron Man"… Expand

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SonicHD7Jun 1, 2017

A billionaire industrialist and genius inventor, Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.), is conducting weapons tests overseas, but terrorists kidnap him to force him to build a devastating weapon. Instead, he builds an armored suit and upends hisA billionaire industrialist and genius inventor, Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.), is conducting weapons tests overseas, but terrorists kidnap him to force him to build a devastating weapon. Instead, he builds an armored suit and upends his captors. Returning to America, Stark refines the suit and uses it to combat crime and terrorism.… Expand

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godosinNov 3, 2015

This movie was very enjoyable. It had great character development, and glorious performance by Robert Downey, but is held back by a poor villain, and it jumping back and forth to take care of loose strings.

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solomsApr 17, 2015

I just like some of super-heroes movies because of this. This is to boring to be a super-hero. I don't even watch the 2nd and 3rd movie, and I don't wanna. Just for the visual effects I give it a 6

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oliver1hApr 28, 2013

It is just too immature for my taste. I hope I do not offend anyone with this, but I felt this movie's plot, characters, the science presented was not for mature audiences. It was a typical superhero stuff I never liked.

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sinadoomDec 23, 2012

I don't see what's so great about this film. Little to no action, very cheesey and predictable, almost no plot at all and very eventless. Some OK parts but on the whole, a waste of time.

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MichaelDMay 8, 2011

(WARNING: SOME SPOILERS) The problem with Iron Man is that in the first part it completely focuses on Afghanistan which is going through some problems at the moment. And it was boring at some parts. But then again the movie could be worse so(WARNING: SOME SPOILERS) The problem with Iron Man is that in the first part it completely focuses on Afghanistan which is going through some problems at the moment. And it was boring at some parts. But then again the movie could be worse so I'm going to give it a 6… Expand

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kateb.Jan 18, 2010

The leads are riveting; the story is not. AND, the play upon ethnic stereotypes is obnoxious. I wanted to watch for Robert Downey Jr and Gwyneth Paltrow, and also the computer effects, but in the end I just couldn't tolerate the movie The leads are riveting; the story is not. AND, the play upon ethnic stereotypes is obnoxious. I wanted to watch for Robert Downey Jr and Gwyneth Paltrow, and also the computer effects, but in the end I just couldn't tolerate the movie and it's standard good guy-bad guy stuff.… Expand

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EricaM.Nov 3, 2008

Boring. Music poorly concieved. Though there are good actors in this film, there aren't a lot of good acting opportunities. We turned it off half way through, and returned to it with resignation. What is it that everyone liked about this movie?

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RS.Sep 21, 2008

Very strange film, very strange message - seemingly thus; man has epiphany that making weapons is wrong (regardless of it allowing him a billionaire playboy lifestyle). What does he do? Makes himself a new, more powerful weapon and starts Very strange film, very strange message - seemingly thus; man has epiphany that making weapons is wrong (regardless of it allowing him a billionaire playboy lifestyle). What does he do? Makes himself a new, more powerful weapon and starts warring again. Scratch the surface and it still brashly glorifies advanced weapons and war too (I thought in these Iraq war-years we'd all lost our appetite for such things. Seemingly I was wrong.… Expand

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RichardS.Sep 15, 2008

Immature, a portrayal of debauchery and simple minded plot consisting of inconceivable conclusions, relationships, and villainy. Heroes should be portrayed as noble, not as a stuck-up technician.

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KenW.Jun 2, 2008

A good movie to nap to during a Sunday afternoon matinee. Way over rated.

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ToreyA.May 27, 2008

The movie was good stupid fun with a pretty good plot line that gets ruined by a horrible climax.

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DerS.May 17, 2008

Plenty of expsnsive gadgets and state-of-the-art cg for the tech-and-status-obsessed 14-year-old in us all. The dark underside of all of this sound and fury is the perverse idolatry of Hollywood Wastrel #1, Robert Downey, Jr., who is in Plenty of expsnsive gadgets and state-of-the-art cg for the tech-and-status-obsessed 14-year-old in us all. The dark underside of all of this sound and fury is the perverse idolatry of Hollywood Wastrel #1, Robert Downey, Jr., who is in essence playing himself, the bad boy who is more smug than ever for having gotten away with it after all these years. One of the most cynical products of our cynical age.… Expand

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AriL.May 16, 2008

Military industrial complex driven movie should be inspiring for a younger generations. Perhaps thats why most of the corporate media gave it a big thumbs up. The perfectly sanctioned Pentagon film for the cattle. Enjoy.

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GilbertL.May 12, 2008

Run of the mill plot twists almost seem besides the point in this movie. The director/producers/screenwriters hit all the marks of a typical superhero movie, knowing that the movie will be a crowd pleaser.This movie feels as though it would Run of the mill plot twists almost seem besides the point in this movie. The director/producers/screenwriters hit all the marks of a typical superhero movie, knowing that the movie will be a crowd pleaser.This movie feels as though it would have been fresh at least 10 years ago, but, as seen in 2008, the movie is somewhat dull. Robert Downey Jr's line readings and the banter between him and Gwyneth Paltrow are the most entertaining elements of the movie. Even the character of the villain is boring. If a movie of this sort doesn't have a strong, seemingly invincible villain, then what is the point?… Expand

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SamTMay 9, 2008

No matter how much the CG costs, it will never be a substitute for good dialogue and plot. Iron man was lacking in both of these areas. Acting was brilliant all around, but the stereotypical middle-eastern terrorists/psychopaths were far too No matter how much the CG costs, it will never be a substitute for good dialogue and plot. Iron man was lacking in both of these areas. Acting was brilliant all around, but the stereotypical middle-eastern terrorists/psychopaths were far too cliche. In summary, there was good eye candy and great acting, but everything else was well below average.… Expand

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AlexC.May 7, 2008

I can't believe all the good reviews here Downey spends more than half the movie making the Iron Suit and making eyes at Gwenyth Paltrow. YAWN !!!!

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deborahLMay 6, 2008

Downey always fun to watch but an ironic performance and lacked heart. And am I the only one who felt that Gwyneth played it like Lisa Kudrow?

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MarcoC.May 5, 2008

I found the movie very slow and did not impress with the special effect. After Transformers, Ironman should have been incredible, and it was not!!!! don't spend your money on this movie...it is not worth it!

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MNGMay 5, 2008

RDJ can act alright. He's great. Gwyneth is good too - but what was so good about her role - pretty sexist if you ask me. the movie was exciting and fun to look at it and an exciting ride. But a little worrying politically. Yay America RDJ can act alright. He's great. Gwyneth is good too - but what was so good about her role - pretty sexist if you ask me. the movie was exciting and fun to look at it and an exciting ride. But a little worrying politically. Yay America - the only he wants after three months in a cave is a cheeseburger. an American has to be the one to save the Iraqi civilians (or whatever race they were - they looked Iraqi). the Iraqis are the bad guys. the Americans are the good guys. the token black is a good guy. the older bearded fellow is dodgy. and don't even get me started with RDJ's facial hair! the moustache is practically hitleresque and disgusting.… Expand

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OliverC.May 4, 2008

I want everyone to just hold on a second and think this through. Is this movie really what passes for good these days? It wasn't more than acceptable. The plot is moronic. I guess everyone just takes that for granted, but can't we I want everyone to just hold on a second and think this through. Is this movie really what passes for good these days? It wasn't more than acceptable. The plot is moronic. I guess everyone just takes that for granted, but can't we maybe afford to raise our standards a bit? Downey Jr is just a sardonic james bond, complete with his own moneypenny and over the top gadgets.… Expand

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MM.May 3, 2008

The good: Great, great special effects and CGI. This can't be stressed enough. Great acting all around. The bad: Stale plot, predictable plot. Can you say "stereotypical middle eastern bad guys?" I gotta be honest: I'm not a huge The good: Great, great special effects and CGI. This can't be stressed enough. Great acting all around. The bad: Stale plot, predictable plot. Can you say "stereotypical middle eastern bad guys?" I gotta be honest: I'm not a huge comic book guy and this was the movie I chose to break my streak on. I'm wishing I didn't. This is just the usual Hollywood stuff being churned out en masse as any original ideas have virtually dried up.… Expand

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GusMay 3, 2008

I thought the story was flat and marred by so many dull plot elements. If not for Downey's irrepressible personal traits that I suppose everyone wanted to be part of the character, there would be no one on screen worth bothering about. I thought the story was flat and marred by so many dull plot elements. If not for Downey's irrepressible personal traits that I suppose everyone wanted to be part of the character, there would be no one on screen worth bothering about. The robot is cool, there are a slew of fancy sport cars, the baddies are politically current and a bevy of hot ladies grace the screen. . . All the essentials are down.… Expand

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RobCMay 3, 2008

The only good thing besides the effects is Downey!, almost the worst of Marvel comics.

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TimMMay 2, 2008

Ehhh... overrated. Gotta love Downey though.

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