Iron Man 3

TAKE 1: One Man’s Opinion

…because film is largely subjective

by Frederick William Springer III

Iron Man 3

Release Date:  3 May 2013                                                                      Runtime:  130 Minutes

Review Date:  5 August 2013                                                                   Rating:  5 (of 6)

     Iron Man 3 returned the franchise (and Marvel) to the quality level it should be, surpassing the misfire that was Iron Man 2 (as well as The Avengers--I didn't get on that bandwagon, thought it was pretty bad--and Captain America for that matter, too--the worst in the whole series).  This may be solely due to Mr. Lethal Weapon himself, writer/director Shane Black, reuniting with his Kiss Kiss Bang Bang cohort Robert Downey, Jr.

 

     The story was satisfying with the right mix of humor and heart.  I loved the storyline with the kid.  And what we learn The Mandarin is all about is great as well, Ben Kingsley delivering a fine performance!  The end cameo was fun, including the only thing I actually did like about The Avengers.