Iconic Fictional Heroes

Rating: 10/10 (31 May 2012)

These characters/heroes (Iron Man, Hulk, Thor, Captain America, etc.) allow the audience to pick and choose their favorite characters as well as identify with certain heroes/villains. What Joss Whedon does a phenomenal job of is the portrayal of most of the heroes' humanity. The constant reminder that, "they're just like us"; people REALLY enjoy that in a super hero movie. Though many Hollywood movies rely on special effects and CGI, their marketing "tactics" are certainly well grounded. People want to sit down with their friends/family/etc., watch a movie, and walk out feeling energized after a stressful day at work or school. Not that thought-provoking movies are "too much" for audiences, but sometimes "reality" isn't what people want to pay to see. On a more personal note, I really enjoyed Robert Downey Jr.'s witty remarks and character in general, or maybe I am a bit biased since we train under the same Master (Eric Oram).