Dull, dull, dull

Rating: 4/10 (29 February 2016)

I thought the second IRON MAN film wasn't bad at all, a certain step up from the wonky first instalment, but this third outing for the superhero is one too many. IRON MAN 3 feels like a bloated and superficial comedy with all of Robert Downey Jr.'s annoying wisecracks coming to the fore and not along else.
If I had to describe this film in a single word, it would indeed be 'bloated'. The running time is bloated as are the endless CGI action sequences, which go nowhere and add nothing of any entertainment value to the screen. Downey Jr. gives a lazy performance, while the script is even lazier in bumping off key characters only to bring them back five minutes later in supposed 'twists'.
My interest was briefly raised by the appearance of Guy Pearce, but even he doesn't seem to be very good here, and the less said about Ben Kingsley's over the top acting the better. If you like childish action, lots of bonding with that annoying kid from JURASSIC WORLD, and a general lack of momentum and direction, then IRON MAN 3 might be the film for you.