One small step for (iron) man, one giant leap into a the MCU

Rating: 9/10 (16 May 2020)

Where it all began! Iron Man has stood the test of time and is still, for me, one of the best MCU movies to date. A great origin story which is full of action, just enough humour and amazing tech and visuals, which may seem fantastical, but somehow always remains plausible! Up there with Hugh Jackman as Wolverine, it's unimaginable to think of anyone else being cast for this role, which is a testament to Robert Downey Jr taking the character and making completely his own, "I am Iron Man!". Great acting (particularly Robert Downey Jr), superb visual effects and loads of high tech action (Iron Mans first flight still makes me grin from ear to ear!) make this one of the great comic book movies. Watch it to start your journey into the MCU!