My rating went from a 6 to an 8 upon re-visiting...

Rating: 8/10 (11 May 2020)

The MCU (Marvel Cinematic Universe) and The Avengers assemble... That's what I believe went over many viewers acknowledgement upon viewing, that perhaps is the reason behind many not appreciating this entry that much - as it did with me the first time.
But having just watched it during my second MCU marathon and having more knowledge of the MCU, I was pleasantly impressed and feel like I was watching this for the first time as I acknowledge things I didn't get the first time. The appropriate introduction to Nick Fury and Black Widow was beyond me, the villian is cool and believeable, the history we learn about Stark actually more interesting and relevant to the MCU than any first time viewer may acknowledge, the humor works better than most, on top of that some very good action scenes make this quite a movie than what I remember it. I highly recommend anyone who didn't enjoy it the first time, please, indulge a little more into the MCU and then revisit this underrated, overlooked gem!