Run-of-the-mill adventure

Rating: 5/10 (2 January 2009)

There is nothing wrong with The Iron Man, the only problem is there is nothing in it which makes it better or memorable than any other comic come film venture in recent years.
The Iron Man has the same formulaic structure of that of other comic adaptations, which one cannot criticize, as it is what such fans expect. However, it does not grip-you, instead it is rather run-of-the-mill fare, with some nice comedic asides and some good special effects.
Robert Downey Jnr is obviously the pivotal actor in this film and makes a likable hero in the form of Tony Stark. Indeed, Tony Stark is a a cheeky and affable character but he has no personal intrigue or circumspect attribute which one can associate with Peter Parker or Bruce Wayne. For this very reason it feels like The Iron Man is going through the motions of bringing the story to life rather than trying to capture the audience.
The Iron-Man is a pleasant, friendly and harmless picture but this combination does not make engrossing cinema. If you are looking for a film without having to do much work then Iron Man is the right film for you, otherwise I feel you will be disappointed.