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Title: Iron Man
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Parents, there is some war violence, sexual situations, and at least one nearly nude female. There is almost no language though. Recommended for ages 14 and up. |
“Iron Man” is not only the first big movie of the summer, it’s also the first major movie Robert Downey Jr. has made since his troubles with substance abuse. Considering the Iron Man’s alto ego Tony Stark at one point battles with alcoholism, then it’s safe to say that Downey can relate to the character, which may be why the performance is so effective. But anyway, “Iron Man” revolves around the aforementioned Tony Stark, who makes weapons for a living. When questioned about the unethical business he runs to make money, Stark says “My father once said that the best kind of weapon is one you don’t have to shoot. I must politely disagree. I feel the best weapon is the kind that only has to be shot once.”
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During a trip to Afghanistan though, Stark gets captured by terrorists who owns a stockpile of his weapons, and wants him to manufacture one more. Stark makes a metal suite of armor instead, and uses it to destroy the terrorists base. Upon returning home he makes an announcement that he will no longer manufacture weapons, and goes into hiding as he perfects his iron suite. People are quick to notice the change, including military officer Jim Rhodes (Terrence Howard) and personal assistant Virginia ‘Pepper’ Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow, in one of the best roles of her career). This announcement also shakes up his business partner Obadiah Stane (Jeff Bridges), who may not be as nice as he seems. Ah, but I’m rambling. The story is predicable superhero stuff.
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Chances are there isn’t a single twist that will be a surprise to anyone watching this movie. Where the movie excels is in the character development. Unlike most superhero movies, these are real people. Tony Stark goes through a real life changing experience that would give anyone a wake up call. The relationship that develops between Stark and Pepper is filled with quicky dialog, but it’s also filled with tenderness. In a world where most action movies have no time for real romance (Peter Parker still have yet to marry Mary-Jane), to see a relationship of this caliber in a mass marketed film for boys is a fresh change of pace. What may disappoint people is the action sequences. While serviceable, the action takes a back seat to the story, which may surprise many people who are going to see this movie.
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Though not one of the best superhero movies on the market, it does it’s job and your entertained for two hours. On a final note I want to bring up the issue of product placement. At one point in the movie Stark wants a cheeseburger. They pick up a Whooper at Burger King. I bring attention to this because Burger King obviously has a promotion going on, with some of the coolest collectable toys I’ve seen a fast food chain made. Just bringing it up in case, you know, this movie doesn’t provide you with the amount of “iron” you need at the end of the day.
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