Doc755 on 30 December 2017
I technically still have Iron Man as my number one. We’ll see if that changes. Although it’s kind of sad to think they peaked right out of the gate. Downey was fantastic casting. It just felt fresh and brighter than what had come over the past few years. 2008 was the year of the superhero film. Incredible Hulk, The Dark Knight, Hancock, Hellboy II all come out within a few months of each other that summer. But Iron Man kicked it off well. The dialogue, action and plot were all well rounded. I think it’s clearly the blueprint they’ve tried to emulate which unfortunately gives a lot of character intro films a very paint-by-numbers feel. See you all on the other side!
