I was NOT expecting this.

Rating: 9/10 (8 May 2008)

I had seen the trailer, and thought it to be 'just another movie' cashing in on today's trend of superhero films. I was never into those kind of movies either. However, pretty soon the name 'Iron Man' was popping up everywhere. In conversation, internet chat-rooms, everything. So, when some people I knew were off to see it, I thought I may tag along. Just to see what the hype was about... I was quite surprised when I walked out of the cinema that day. There are many things that makes this movie highly entertaining - the first, it must be said, was the amazing performance of Robert Downey Jr. as the main character 'Tony Stark'. He played the role of rich American playboy very well. The actual character Tony Stark was someone who I really empathized with I felt sorry for him as the movie progressed, for reasons I won't spoil here. As for the storyline, it's very engaging. For the most part, I found it realistic and believable. Tony Stark didn't have magic or super powers. For me, this was a refreshing change from the typical 'bitten-by-something-radioactive' story. Though I highly enjoyed this film, I found the beginning quite slow. Which brought down it's mark a little. It did take a little while for me to become immersed. Secondly, I felt the character Obadiah Stane (antagonist, played by Jeff Bridges) could have been explored a lot more. However, these minor points pale in comparison to the high points of this very fun film.