It couldah bin a contenda

Rating: 6/10 (13 May 2010)

Another sequel that disappoints.
Yeah, I gave it a six. But I had trouble giving it that much.
First, the good: RDJ as Tony Stark is enjoyable to watch. He nails the Tony Stark character, flaws and all. His line delivery makes you forget that there really isn't much action in the entire flick. MR as Whiplash is even better. Nails the Euro-thug, tattoos and all. Too bad this movie is PG 13 so all the kiddies could see it because if Favreau had the nuts he would have increased the violence knob and shown just how dangerous Whiplash could be. Too bad Whiplash only feels like he is always on the movie. Really, he has little screen time. And the final battle is over before you can say, "that's it???".
I like my good guys flawed and my bad guys bad. Instead, the PG13 rating makes sure the only reason I went to see this flick is the effects.
Now the bad: What's the point? This was a long Seinfeld episode. Stuff happens, but it just don't add to a hill of beans. Maybe we were lucky with Dark Knight (what a movie should be) and don't want to settle for this weak attempt to generate money and interest in other movies.
Yes, me may see Thor. Yes, we may see, HulK. Yes, we may see Captain America. But if this is how Favreau handles this many characters then how is he going to give each of them appropriate screen time?
Maybe the third instalment needs new direction. Christopher Nolan are you listening?
Final review: This is a dog you take for a walk but don't be surprised when this dog don't hunt.