The story... not the original one: the characters and acting...terrific!

Rating: 9/10 (13 February 2010)

I have seen the movie a couple of times to find moments if any of the actors 'acted'(other than being the character they should be) in the movie and i couldn't find a mini second of failure. Especially Downey... outstanding performance for this kind of movie.
When you look at other super hero movies the starring actor or actress generally cannot reflect the character they should be which is -i think- a huge failure of the director.
Downey here portraits who Tony Stark is. I have to admit that the story is not even close to the original story but it is a fine adjustment in todays political and military issues. and also Tony Stark character is almost recreated in the movie.
The supporting characters were also well chosen starting with Stane(Bridges) and Rhodey(Howard) and continues with Pepper Potts (Paltrow).
The visual effects of the movie...It was also another thing that stunned me. I was almost gonna believe that they've really built the suit!
I highly recommend to everyone who is considering watching it.