No one in my family ever read the Marvel comic Iron Man, not even my comic-clad father as a child. But, being big fans of Marvel movies, at least, my parents and I were all set to see the feature film. That's why it was a bit of a suprise for all of us that the first one to see it was---Dianna. Still, though it may not be a stereo-typical twin flick, you have to admit- it's was freaking COOL. The plot is like any comic- Tony Stark (an amazingly gorgeous but short Robert Downey Jr.) is the biggest name in weapon design. He's THE millionare playboy of Los Angeles and living it up in luxury- until he's kidnapped by terrorists while demonstrating a new army weapon in the Middle East. Trapt there for three months, he's horrified to learn that they're using his weapons in their reign of terror upon small towns. When he is released to the US, Tony Swift makes himself a super suit and works to try and stop the terrorists. Awesome special effects and a creepy Jeff Bridges only my mother could love puts this movie in the top tier for comics-made-films. Even if you don't like action movies, the writing is witty and Tony Stark's life is one many guys age 8-83 lust for. Good job Marvel Comics-you outdid youselves.
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