Good comic movie

Rating: 8/10 (3 May 2008)

firstly it does in fact live up to a lot of the hype thrown at it. The first half of the film is a little slow but gives us a fairly good insight into the character of Tony Stark.
Once we see Iron Man hit the screen its what most fan boys would have wished for, he doesn't look silly. In fact the CGI is pretty damn amazing.
The second half of the film is a lot faster and more entertaining.
The dialogue is funny and sums up a lot of the characters, there were a few set ups for a sequel which apparently is in the works already. There were some great comic references including the usual cameo by Stan Lee.
Robert Downy Jr is amazing as Tony stark, surprised me a little but in a good way, he really fit the role well and showed what I know of Iron Man pretty close to the comics.
Also I will say the ending was a little bit of a shock and instantly made me want to watch the second when they make it, best ending of any comic movie, except maybe Batman Begins.
Definitely recommend it, they have made a fun film for not only comic fans but normal cinema goers, will be a big hit.