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Ironman is one of Marvel Comics characters that has been around at least in comic form since the early 1960's. This time Tony Stark is injured by one of his own weapons, an idea borrowed from the comicbook origin of the Incredible Hulk. After returning to America he shifts Stark Industries away from the production of weapons. When I heard that this movie was being made, I wondered how the film's producers would take a character who was a munitions maker and a superhero and put him on the big screen. There is just the right amount of comic relief and although some modifications have been made to the Ironman mythos, the story remains true to the spirit of Marvel Comics. What if public opinion about the current wars became overwhelmingly negative before the movie's release. Something attested to by the fact that I had one conversation about this movie while attending a function at a church related retirement community. The metal suit he develops is intended to be a less lethal method of stopping violent terrorists.
In the comics the line was tread by having Tony Stark become an alchoholic during the heavy military expeditures of the 1980's but this was to be a two hour movie. For this movie, Ironman's origin was altered. The antagonist is now a war profiteer in his own company. Since this movie is deservedly rated PG-13, a version for younger audiences would nice for parents.
Once contacting the seller about what was missing. I recieved my order quickly which is a plus for me. My money was quickly refunded and the promise of recieving the missing cover was made. Although the I did not recieve the collector's sleeve I should have with my order. The disc were in prestine shape. As of yet I have not recieved the missing sleeve but then again it didn't cost me anything either. So all in all speedy service.
Unlike most super hero movies, Iron Man is mostly an unknown and therefore easier to work with without totally ruining it for anyone who read and followed the old comics. How can this be. A movie based on a comic book character that not only doesn't suck, it actually improves on the original story of the origins of the character. That said, this is just a great movie with a smart story and excellent casting. Absolutely great to own and can't wait for the sequel.
I would appreciate it if someone here would talk more about the storyline of this movie, and what happens in it. I have not seen it. I only gave it one star because I have not seen it, and I'm not familiar with it. Thanks.
Ironman is a very good movie full of action, suspense, and drama; the Amazon.com special price was just icing on the cake. The BlueRay edition was phenominal. This was a most worthwhile purchase, I highly recommend it.
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