Just HAD to see "Iron Man" during its opening weekend. It's gotten some great reviews, and it had some great elements. I'd say Robert Downey, Jr. was the best part of the flick. Funny and charming.
The rest of the film was pretty standard issue. I was at a bit of a loss as to why the billionaire arms dealer guy suddenly decides to become a hero for the little guy. There's really nothing to spur that on. It's like they edited out the scenes where he saw some tragic loss of life brought about by his company's weaponry.
But then again, plot has never been the strong suit of these comic book-inspired summer spectacles.
The climax dragged on a bit long, so get some extra popcorn. Or better yet, go to a Regal theater on Tuesday nights and get free popcorn (when you join their Regal club thingy).
Overall, I'm excited about the summer movie season. Great buzz on a few of these movies. "Hancock." Lots of comedies, too. "Get Smart" has potential, and same with "Pineapple Express." "The Dark Knight" looks like a goodie. Those dudes falling from the sky in the "The Happening" commercial probably makes it look better than it is, but it gets one's attention. I'll probably check out the "X-Files" movie just for old times sake.
There are gonna be some disappointments, for sure. The "Indiana Jones" trailer is underwhelming (it looks like Indy's punching in slow motion, to be honest). "Narnia" looks like a yawner, same with "Wall-E." "Speed Racer"? God awful! "The Love Guru" doesn't elicit even on chortle in the preview. The "Mamma Mia!" movie? Please, just shoot me now.
Should be a fun summer!
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