Awesome in all ways

Rating: 8/10 (10 May 2008)

Here's the deal: I had never heard of Iron Man prior to seeing the trailer. But gosh dern it I thought it looked cool. So I want and saw it. And yes, it was cool.
I thought the acting was topnotch, especially Downey Jr.'s snarky performance and Paltrow's demure presence as a his girl Friday character--very good for a classic comic feel.
I liked the story. It was fun, to-the-point, and surprising inspirational.
I liked the special effects. They weren't over-the-top (I've seen superhero movies with shiner, fancier things) but they were suitable to the story and, if I can say so, fairy realistic and down-to-earth. Nothing splashy, just what was necessary.
I like the idea. Iron Man is an awesome superhero.
So no, I really can't compare it to anything, but for all intents and purposes I enjoyed it.