Iron Man 2
Paramount Pictures | Release Date: May 7, 2010
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OfficialNov 4, 2013
"Iron Man 2" is not as good as the first, but it's still worth watching. Robert Downey Jr. returns as Iron Man and does a great job portraying him. The visuals and the CGI are still brilliant but the problem with "Iron Man 2" is the script.
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axelkochMar 16, 2013
Against my expectance, this movie marks as the seldom case, in which the sequel is just as good as the original. Iron Man 2 is funnier, louder and provides a lot more explosions. Nevertheless, Jon Favreau doesn't leave good performances and aAgainst my expectance, this movie marks as the seldom case, in which the sequel is just as good as the original. Iron Man 2 is funnier, louder and provides a lot more explosions. Nevertheless, Jon Favreau doesn't leave good performances and a proper screenplay out. Additionally, the technics and the FXs are great, which helped the movie to become as awesome as it is. My critic point is that too many things in this film are unrealistic and as in Iron Man, there are a lot of so-called “Cinema Sins” like stupid dialogues, obvious goofs or simply illogicality. That is quite an issue, but doesn't prevent this movie from being an even better superhero-movie than the original.… Expand
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GarianAug 8, 2012
I did like Iron Man 2, the comedy and action was still there, but you knew what the final 'Boss fight' would be almost from the beginning, iron man vs the bad guy who makes a suit for himself.
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Compi24Nov 28, 2012
Doesn't even flick a booger in the direction of the first film, but it still remains a pretty entertaining action bout.
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WiesyJan 17, 2013
I'm actually disappointed about this movie. I'm big fan of the first
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Longbottom94Apr 29, 2013
Many have expressed their disappointing about this sequel. I personally think that it is just as good as the original. Robert Downey JR is great as usual, the action has been improved and Mickey Rourke is entertaining as the terrible Russian.Many have expressed their disappointing about this sequel. I personally think that it is just as good as the original. Robert Downey JR is great as usual, the action has been improved and Mickey Rourke is entertaining as the terrible Russian. Even thought there are improvements to the sequel, there are also too many characters in the film and the final action scene is quite anti-climactic. Still a high recommendation to fans of the original… Expand
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SuperheroMoviesAug 3, 2013
Although it doesn't contain the depth that made the first Iron Man memorable, it still has plenty of wit and humor that the first one had and enough explosive action to go around.
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marcmyworksNov 27, 2013
A not bad/not-great sequel to the original Iron Man. The fault lies in the films inability to stand on its own and instead becomes the prologue to "The Avengers"
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bfoore90Mar 2, 2015
Good movie but disappointing when it compares to the first Iron Man. Rourke is fantastic as the vengeful Whiplash but unfortunately takes a backseat to a more annoying than threatening Justin Hammer. The plot is still entertaining butGood movie but disappointing when it compares to the first Iron Man. Rourke is fantastic as the vengeful Whiplash but unfortunately takes a backseat to a more annoying than threatening Justin Hammer. The plot is still entertaining but over-stuffs itself with too many characters, needless romance side-plots, spin off setups all leading to an anti-climactic final act.… Expand
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supermann234Dec 9, 2014
Iron Man 2 is an awesome movie which features plenty of action and great CGI. It has an interesting plot and is highly recommended for everyone. Overall, this is a pretty good movie.
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HISHEhebJul 8, 2014
הסרט איירון מן הכי גרוע, לא כולל את הערימת חרא שלא ראויה להיקרא סרט "איירון מן 3" ותכלס סרט לא כל כך גרוע כמו שכולם אומרים, יש בו מלא סצינות יפות, פחות אוהבים אותו בגלל שהוא פשוט פחות טוב מהראשוןהסרט איירון מן הכי גרוע, לא כולל את הערימת חרא שלא ראויה להיקרא סרט "איירון מן 3" ותכלס סרט לא כל כך גרוע כמו שכולם אומרים, יש בו מלא סצינות יפות, פחות אוהבים אותו בגלל שהוא פשוט פחות טוב מהראשון
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cumoviesJul 27, 2014
Iron man 2 fails to be even close to the first movie but its still an alright superhero flick mostly thanks to Robert d Jnr acting as Tony Stark.

my ratting 7.2/10 action/special effects 7/10 acting 8/10 story 7/10 style 7/10Iron man 2 fails to be even close to the first movie but its still an alright superhero flick mostly thanks to Robert d Jnr acting as Tony Stark.

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DudeFromIcelandApr 13, 2019
Although not as good s the first film, I still enjoy it. The lack of proper action sequences is the main flaw for me. Robert Downey Jr is still great although he is more of a dick in this film (for obvious reasons), I love the villains in theAlthough not as good s the first film, I still enjoy it. The lack of proper action sequences is the main flaw for me. Robert Downey Jr is still great although he is more of a dick in this film (for obvious reasons), I love the villains in the film. Mickey Rourke with his version of the typical Russian accent bad guy is just great, and Sam Rockwell is very entertaining as well.

It does feel like a film that was solely made to help build up the eventual Avengers film but honestly I still enjoy it.… Expand
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SythusRATINGSOct 18, 2014
In Iron Man 2, the world is aware that billionaire inventor Tony Stark is the armored super hero, Iron Man. Under pressure from the government, the press and the public to share his technology with the military, Tony is unwilling to divulgeIn Iron Man 2, the world is aware that billionaire inventor Tony Stark is the armored super hero, Iron Man. Under pressure from the government, the press and the public to share his technology with the military, Tony is unwilling to divulge the secrets behind the Iron Man armor because he fears the information will slip into the wrong hands. With Pepper Potts and James "Rhodey" Rhodes at his side, Tony forges new alliances and confronts powerful new forces.… Expand
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heathermMay 11, 2015
Iron Man 2 was a really solidly entertaining sequel to the first movie. Robert Downey Jr's health problem throughout made for an interesting basis for a conflict, as it isolated him while also providing opportunities for personal reflectionIron Man 2 was a really solidly entertaining sequel to the first movie. Robert Downey Jr's health problem throughout made for an interesting basis for a conflict, as it isolated him while also providing opportunities for personal reflection and growth on his part. The back story with his father was also a neat opportunity to explore Robert Downey Jr's character, while the introduction of Scarlett Johansson's character gave him a good reason to argue with Gwynaeth Paltrow and develop that romantic interest. I thought there was a good pace and a lot of action, and I always really enjoy the planning scenes where he's tinkering in his workshop--the special effects for all the displays are visually engaging, and some of the best banter is between Robert Downey Jr and his computers. Also, this movie has really good villains--the Russian villain is menacing in his efficacy, and he has a great foil in the inept and utterly detestable CEO who's hired him to try to ruin Stark. Overall I thought this was a solid addition to the franchise.… Expand
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CineAutoctonoJan 21, 2018
"Iron Man 2" another movie from Marvel Universe that I thought was good, the story was not interesting and the performance of Robert Downey, Jr. did not shine in this movie. but the scenes were interesting and exciting.
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TrackerDeviceNov 2, 2015
The sequel to the Iron Man franchise isn't as bad as people say it is. However, it isn't as good as its predecessor. With fun action scenes, and entertaining characters, Iron Man 2 can be a fun movie to watch, but its atrocious villain was aThe sequel to the Iron Man franchise isn't as bad as people say it is. However, it isn't as good as its predecessor. With fun action scenes, and entertaining characters, Iron Man 2 can be a fun movie to watch, but its atrocious villain was a low point in this movie.… Expand
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EpicLadySpongeJan 16, 2016
I thought this sequel worked just fine for Iron Man. However, it's not as great as the original anyways, but who really cares about that? Just plain action as you people really wanted.
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dislexicpotatoApr 14, 2019
Plenty of good ideas went into Iron Man 2 and they worked out for the most part, however the film does little to bring the Iron Man franchise forward and is a little forgettable
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SCarlisleSep 24, 2016
Iron Man 2 simply has too many things going on in the film that it is hard for the viewer to become invested in the main storyline. When the film is over, the viewer has that "this wasn't enough" feeling. Iron Man 2 sets up future story arcsIron Man 2 simply has too many things going on in the film that it is hard for the viewer to become invested in the main storyline. When the film is over, the viewer has that "this wasn't enough" feeling. Iron Man 2 sets up future story arcs for the Marvel Cinematic Universe, however, the film is simply too crammed for IRON MAN 2 to be as intriguing as it's predecessor. Iron Man 2 is certainly a letdown, and for sure not as "spectacular" as 2008's Iron Man, but that is not to say that the movie is not enjoyable. Robert Downey Jr. still serves us perfectly as Tony Stark! Again, there is no one that can play Tony Stark better than Robert Downey Jr, Period. He, along with Don Cheadle as James "Rhodey" Rhodes, who also serves us perfectly in his respective role, make Iron Man 2 worthy of a positive review.… Expand
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ZerpnosMar 4, 2017
Kahramanımız bu filmde uzak diyarlardan gelen ve robot işlerinden çok iyi bir anlayan düşmanın önce kırbaçlarıyla karşılaşacak sonrasında ise robotlarıyla savaşa girecektir. Bu savaşta yanında olan Rhodey ve Natasha iel birlikte üstesindenKahramanımız bu filmde uzak diyarlardan gelen ve robot işlerinden çok iyi bir anlayan düşmanın önce kırbaçlarıyla karşılaşacak sonrasında ise robotlarıyla savaşa girecektir. Bu savaşta yanında olan Rhodey ve Natasha iel birlikte üstesinden gelmeyi başaracaktır.… Expand
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higgins404Feb 13, 2018
Due to Infinity War coming out in four months, I've decided to rewatch the MCU universe in order. Here is my review:

I watched this movie directly after Iron Man 1. I think that could have hinged the rating. Although I believe this movie isDue to Infinity War coming out in four months, I've decided to rewatch the MCU universe in order. Here is my review:

I watched this movie directly after Iron Man 1. I think that could have hinged the rating. Although I believe this movie is good, I was looking for more character building. Since the first one was action packed, I wanted to learn more about Tony Stark or even Potts. This movie had great acting, but could not live up to the first one due to a story that had multiple climaxes with unappealing solutions. Even though that seems harsh, I truly did love the movie. That is why I am rating this sequel a perfect 7. Other words... It was perfectly above average. Everyone should see if they are a Marvel fan. - JH… Expand
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JPKFeb 25, 2018
A Decent Follow Up To Iron Man
It Has Some Problems Like A Somewhat Bland Villain, A Kinda Flimsy Script, And Some Minor Issues Here And There, But The Good Outweighs The Negative Here With Another Fantastic Performance From Robert Downey Jr,A Decent Follow Up To Iron Man
It Has Some Problems Like A Somewhat Bland Villain, A Kinda Flimsy Script, And Some Minor Issues Here And There, But The Good Outweighs The Negative Here With Another Fantastic Performance From Robert Downey Jr, Glorious Visuals, And Funny Banter.… Expand
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Kes4278Jul 30, 2017
Wow. Worst movie of the trilogy. I really expected more. Iron Man was way better than this garbage. Atleast we got warmachine. Right? I would give this movie a 5/10
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merijnjApr 18, 2018
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A let down compared to the first Iron Man but it's not terrible. There are some genuinely good moments in the movie. Still, sadly, Iron Man 2 has a bit of a villain problem. Ivan Vanko (Mickey Rourke) is almost the same villain as(71/100)
A let down compared to the first Iron Man but it's not terrible. There are some genuinely good moments in the movie. Still, sadly, Iron Man 2 has a bit of a villain problem. Ivan Vanko (Mickey Rourke) is almost the same villain as Obadiah Stane (Jeff Bridges) from the first Iron Man. In powers and the way they affect Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) they are almost equal. The CGI was improved though. Iron Man 2 is a solid entry in the MCU.… Expand
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GrantD243Sep 3, 2018
Iron Man 2 is a disappointment as a follow up to Iron Man, but it is still an entertaining film. We get more character development of Tony Stark and things start to shape up with the Avenger initiative as there's a reference to CaptainIron Man 2 is a disappointment as a follow up to Iron Man, but it is still an entertaining film. We get more character development of Tony Stark and things start to shape up with the Avenger initiative as there's a reference to Captain America and SHIELD starts to get involved. The problem with this film is the weak villain. Replace Ivan Vanko with a more relatable villain, and Iron Man 2 may have been much better.… Expand
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arikaganApr 29, 2018
Sequels to movie blockbusters are always risky because there's a severely high chance that the sequel will always suck or be nowhere near as good as the first. With an amazing film like 'Iron Man', this thought went through everyone's heads.Sequels to movie blockbusters are always risky because there's a severely high chance that the sequel will always suck or be nowhere near as good as the first. With an amazing film like 'Iron Man', this thought went through everyone's heads. And they were right. 'Iron Man 2' is a good film, but it doesn't live up to its predecessor, and it's the weakest of the trilogy. Taking place 6 months after the first film, Tony Stark is dealing with his future demise from the palladium in his arc reactor and the government trying to take his suits away. At the same time, Russian scientist Ivan Vanko is seeking revenge on Stark to pay for what his father did to his family. As I said, 'Iron Man 2' is a good film, but it's not great.

The performances are decent, particularly Robert Downey Jr. Tony Stark isn't much different from the previous film, which isn't a bad thing. He's still comedic and entertaining to watch on screen. Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow), now the CEO of Stark Industries, is more annoying in this film than in the first 'Iron Man' film. She's a more irritable character, and part of the reason I think that is is because she has a higher position and becomes more frustrating because of it. Don Cheadle has a surprising take on Rhodey that I enjoyed. I didn't know anything about his character before the first film, but he was entertaining to watch. This was also the introduction of War Machine, which was teased in 'Iron Man', and he was just as badass as Iron Man in this film. The introduction of Natasha Romanoff/Black Widow (Scarlett Johansson) was also interesting. I didn't expect to see her character in the film mainly because I didn't think her introduction would have been in an Iron Man film. But she was very fun to watch, particularly because of the Hammer Industries fight scene during the Battle at Stark Expo. The characters/performances I didn't enjoy included Justin Hammer and Ivan Vanko/Whiplash. Hammer (Sam Rockwell) was a similar but very different character from Samuel Sterns in 'The Incredible Hulk'. Like Sterns, Hammer is very annoying, and the way Sam Rockwell delivers his lines is pretty unbearable to listen to. And watching him dance during his presentation at Stark Expo makes me cringe every time. He's an incredibly socially awkward character, and it's not a very good portrayal. While Mickey Rourke gives a better performance as Whiplash (mainly because he doesn't speak a whole lot), he's not a very good villain. While his abilities are cool, that's really all there is to him. You feel no sympathy for his character at all. The best villains are one you can sympathize with. There isn't much to say about Nick Fury (Samuel L. Jackson) or Happy Hogan (Jon Favreau) because they weren't in it that long, which is disappointing because I really enjoy their characters. And I like Happy Hogan, so even though he had larger roles in 'Iron Man 3' and 'Spider-Man: Homecoming', I wish there was more for him to do in this film than ram a car into Whiplash several times.

As for the action sequences and visual effects, they're just as good as the first film if not better. The Battle of Stark Expo was a great final battle that was fast-paced and easy to follow.

The music score is decent, particularly Whiplash's theme, but out of the Iron Man trilogy, it's the weakest. The score isn't memorable, and it's disappointing that Marvel Studios doesn't seem to like thematic continuity.

I think my main issue with this film is some of the new characters like Justin Hammer and Ivan Vanko. They're not very fun characters to watch, and they don't get to deliver any really good lines, which is very important for villains to do.… Expand
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lori007101Nov 18, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Der eiserne Mann geht in die zweite Runde!
Dieses Mal muss sich Tony Stark nicht nur mit neuen Bösewichten herumschlagen, sondern auch, ein Kampf mit sich selber.
Denn sein mechanisches Herz frisst ihn, sprichwörtlich, von innen aus.
Man merkt hier schon, dass es in diese Abenteuer Persönlich für ihn wird. Nicht nur dass ein Waffentechnischer Konkurrent seinen Posten streitig machen will, sondern auch ein verlorener russischer Sohn, der sein Vermächtnis zerstören will.
Zum Glück gibt es hier, mehr oder weniger, die gleichen Schauspieler, wie in seinem Vorgänger.
Downey, Jr. Geniesst es förmlich wieder, die Rolle des exzentrischen Stark zu spielen.
Leider kommen die Gaststars zu kurz: Sam Rockwell und Mickey Rourke haben zwar interessante Rollen als Gegenspieler, bleiben aber schwach in der Performance. Paltrow sieht eher genervt aus, anstatt ihre Rolle zu geniessen. Wegen Techtelmechtel im ersten Teil, wurde Terrence Howard mit Don Cheadle ausgetauscht. Am meisten kann hier in diesem Film Scarlett Johansson profitieren. Am meisten haben sicher die Männer Freude, bei ihrem Auftreten. Vor allem wenn sie ihre Kampfuniform an hat!
Die Effekte sind sehr gut und der Film ist Unterhaltsam. Es gelingt dem Film zwischen Action und Humor einzuhalten. Leider kommt das Persönliche Drama zu kurz. Das ist typisch für eine Comicverfilmung: Es muss unterhalten, nicht dramatisieren! Dabei wäre es Cool gewesen, wenn Stark mit seinem verstorbenen Vater ringt und wie er sich im Leben sieht, kurz vor dem Abtreten.
Fazit: Gut gemachtes Abenteuer, dass leider nur Oberflächlich bleibt. Die Charakteren bleiben im Schatten von Robert Downey, Jr.!… Expand
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ErikTheCriticSep 25, 2018
It certainly does not live up to its groundbreaking original, but it still manages to captivate us with exciting thrills and a great portrayal of this billionaire playboy by Robert Downey Jr.
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Tung1501Oct 8, 2019
The content of this movie in my opinion only deserves 6,5 but the action saved the day!
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SpanicOct 21, 2019
Natasha lenda, memorável, icônica, lendária,luta que nem um homem de verdade e choca o merdinha egocêntrico do Tony Stark
Para os fãs,bjs neg*s
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r96skJan 15, 2021
'Iron Man 2' is good, nothing special, but good.

Robert Downey Jr. is just as entertaining in the lead role, while the specials efforts are again pleasing. The score, which I found slightly lacking in 'Iron Man', is improved. The plot isn't'Iron Man 2' is good, nothing special, but good.

Robert Downey Jr. is just as entertaining in the lead role, while the specials efforts are again pleasing. The score, which I found slightly lacking in 'Iron Man', is improved. The plot isn't as interesting, or all that creative, but it's done well enough that I didn't ever feel bored; though some of the pacing is off.

I like Don Cheadle so it's good to see him come in, even if his character is rather forgettable. Scarlett Johansson is also a solid addition, though Sam Rockwell didn't do anything for me in his role. Mickey Rourke is fun enough as Ivan.… Expand
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Cementer200Sep 22, 2020
this a good sequel to Iron Man if you're a marvel fan or liked iron man you will like this movie
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Fatbob15Oct 21, 2022
Although it may not be as good as the first movie in the franchise, it is still a good enough MCU movie to keep us entertained.
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dylieboi69Jan 21, 2021
I do think this is one of the weaker MCU films, as it has glaring pacing issues and wastes a good villain. It does have some great action sequences, really funny moments, a wonderful introduction to Black Widow and once again a wonderfulI do think this is one of the weaker MCU films, as it has glaring pacing issues and wastes a good villain. It does have some great action sequences, really funny moments, a wonderful introduction to Black Widow and once again a wonderful performance from RDJ to help it still be a good watch!… Expand
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TopoideDec 20, 2022
Mucha acción y un Robert Downey Jr. que salvan a esta película con una pobre historia
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xaviersanchez04Sep 6, 2021
Uma sequência muito inferior à anterior, mas ainda bastante divertida, apenas para vê-la uma vez por dia que você não tem nada para fazer.
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lennyiSep 18, 2021
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This was a great movie, not as good as the first iron man though. Before writing this i completely forgot what the main villain of this movie even was. Whiplash was not a great villain and in my opinion is the only thing dragging this movie down. I would not think this would be better than the first one with a better villain, unless it would be absolutely perfect. Great movie, just not that good when compared to most other marvel movies, even just the first iron man movie.… Expand
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FloroNov 4, 2021
I'm not sure why this movie is rated so low. It had a great mix of action and comedy, had great acting, an interesting storyline, and some killer special effects. It's a pretty solid movie despite all its flaws, like the cluttered storyline.
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JJ2FAS4UDec 30, 2021
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Critic100rAug 6, 2022
You're thrown into a mess that's boring, rambling, and over-the-top. This movie only served to complement the Iron Man arc and introduce War Machine.
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finelllaJun 23, 2023
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Iron Man 2, dirigida por Jon Favreau, es una secuela ambiciosa que continúa la historia del carismático Tony Stark y su alter ego, Iron Man. Aunque la película es sin duda un festín visual y ofrece momentos emocionantes, sufre de ciertos aspectos que impiden que alcance todo su potencial.

El mayor acierto de Iron Man 2 radica en su reparto estelar. Robert Downey Jr. regresa una vez más como Tony Stark, y su actuación sigue siendo magnética y llena de carisma. Su capacidad para combinar el humor y la seriedad es impresionante, y su química con Gwyneth Paltrow, quien interpreta a Pepper Potts, es cautivadora. Además, Mickey Rourke brinda una actuación memorable como el villano Ivan Vanko, aportando una presencia amenazante y una historia de venganza personal.

La acción y los efectos visuales en Iron Man 2 son absolutamente deslumbrantes. Las escenas de combate están coreografiadas de manera brillante, y la armadura de Iron Man se presenta en todo su esplendor. La secuencia de la carrera de Mónaco es particularmente destacable, llena de emoción y adrenalina. Además, el diseño de producción y los efectos especiales hacen que el mundo de Iron Man cobre vida de manera impresionante, sumergiendo al espectador en un universo de alta tecnología.

Sin embargo, donde Iron Man 2 se queda corta es en su guion. A pesar de tener una trama intrigante, a veces parece estar abrumada por la cantidad de personajes y subtramas que se entrelazan. Esto da lugar a un ritmo desigual y a momentos en los que la película se siente sobrecargada. Algunos personajes secundarios, como Natasha Romanoff (Scarlett Johansson) y Justin Hammer (Sam Rockwell), podrían haber sido más desarrollados para aprovechar su potencial.

Además, la resolución de la trama principal llega de manera un tanto apresurada, dejando algunas preguntas sin respuesta y sin explorar completamente el conflicto central. Esto deja al espectador con un cierto sabor agridulce, deseando haber tenido más tiempo para profundizar en ciertos aspectos de la historia.

A pesar de sus defectos, Iron Man 2 sigue siendo una película entretenida que ofrece un emocionante escapismo. La actuación carismática de Robert Downey Jr., la acción deslumbrante y los impresionantes efectos visuales son suficientes para mantener a los fanáticos de Marvel interesados y satisfechos. Aunque no alcanza las alturas de su predecesora, Iron Man 2 sigue siendo una buena adición al Universo Cinematográfico de Marvel y un paso necesario hacia el futuro.… Expand
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SteveBMay 15, 2010
I felt no real story here and no underlying themes which would have helped the story had there been one. If you enjoy Paltrow and Rourke, two actors who don't work as much as they use to then go see the film.
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DaphneOct 18, 2010
The sequel lacks giving us something else to offer that wasn't already in Iron Man. However, Robert Downey Jr's performance makes this movie worth watching.
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KundKSep 5, 2010
A bit underwhelming and slow compared to the first one, but still mostly fun due to un-pretentiousness and playful irreverence so rare in superhero movies. Robert Downey Jr. is the (polonium) heart of the franchise both as the playboy StarkA bit underwhelming and slow compared to the first one, but still mostly fun due to un-pretentiousness and playful irreverence so rare in superhero movies. Robert Downey Jr. is the (polonium) heart of the franchise both as the playboy Stark and the Hammeroid fighting Iron Man, Sam Rockwell makes a great weaselly villain, Mickey Rourke speaks Russian like a real Slavonic soul, Scarlet Johansson has only one proper super-spy action scene as Natasha Romanov/Black Widow but her ballet-like kickassery steals the show and begs her own movie. A decent popcorn movie.… Expand
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Pete2584Aug 19, 2010
I'm a big fan of Downey but even he couldn't bring this film to life. His character, arrogant yet funny in the first installment was simply just arrogant this time round. At least Paltrow and Johansson provided some enjoyment and the hopeI'm a big fan of Downey but even he couldn't bring this film to life. His character, arrogant yet funny in the first installment was simply just arrogant this time round. At least Paltrow and Johansson provided some enjoyment and the hope that the film might continue just that little bit longer. Cheadle also at times outshone Downey's own character. The action scenes were enjoyable though. However, even more annoying than the lacklustre script was the feeling that the ending had suddenly been tacked on and then was over far too soon… Expand
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tom1980ukNov 4, 2010
I was looking forward to this as i enjoyed the last film, even though i didn't think it was fantastic, but this film seemed to be all over the place and was very annoying and tedious at times, especially between the exchanges of dialogueI was looking forward to this as i enjoyed the last film, even though i didn't think it was fantastic, but this film seemed to be all over the place and was very annoying and tedious at times, especially between the exchanges of dialogue between Downey and Paltrow.… Expand
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ndricimOct 27, 2010
I knew what to expect from this movie and i wasn't much disappointed. Some good action scenes, some funny lines is what characterizes Iron Man and Robert Downey Jr. the perfect actor for this role. He is very charming and funny
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Ruler101Nov 30, 2010
This movie suffers from what i call the "the second movie drop." The first movie had sparks flying and this intriguing edge that made you want more. This second addition to the Iron Man series was interesting for a bit but then became obviousThis movie suffers from what i call the "the second movie drop." The first movie had sparks flying and this intriguing edge that made you want more. This second addition to the Iron Man series was interesting for a bit but then became obvious and dragged on for long period of the movie.… Expand
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TheQuietGamerMar 9, 2011
After the first Iron Man movie I was expecting a great sequel, but this fell short because they tried to add to much drama (think Spider-Man 3) and took out a lot of the humor and action that made the first one pop, while the first one wasAfter the first Iron Man movie I was expecting a great sequel, but this fell short because they tried to add to much drama (think Spider-Man 3) and took out a lot of the humor and action that made the first one pop, while the first one was awesome this one was just ok.… Expand
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Komond_DeckardJul 13, 2011
I find exactly what I expected, and that was exactly what I found in the first part. It's fun, entertaining, and compared to other recent action movies of this kind, has much more sense and not having that many absurd action scenes of thoseI find exactly what I expected, and that was exactly what I found in the first part. It's fun, entertaining, and compared to other recent action movies of this kind, has much more sense and not having that many absurd action scenes of those you sometimes don't even know what's happening.… Expand
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rotkuMay 6, 2012
Passable effort which lacks a real unstoppable super villain. Downey is excellent as usual and the movie works the storyline well to get Nick Fury involved. Lacking real action scenes until the final battle it concentrates on character andPassable effort which lacks a real unstoppable super villain. Downey is excellent as usual and the movie works the storyline well to get Nick Fury involved. Lacking real action scenes until the final battle it concentrates on character and storyline development so those expecting an action packed CGI dream may be disappointed.… Expand
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RicochetPhoenixMay 6, 2013
This film was a major step down from the first film. I was not a fan of how they took Crimson Dynamo and Whiplash and turned him into a villain that was nothing more than a punching bag for Iron Man & War Machine. This movie just didn'tThis film was a major step down from the first film. I was not a fan of how they took Crimson Dynamo and Whiplash and turned him into a villain that was nothing more than a punching bag for Iron Man & War Machine. This movie just didn't feel like it had high stakes and started playing too much for humor instead of taking the source material seriously. Black Widow was definitely a nice touch though.… Expand
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jos95Jul 17, 2012
While Robert Downey Jr is as great as always and the action visuals are nicely done, this sequel is nowhere near the same league as the first. There's lots of plotholes, Mickey Rourke was one-dimensional and Scarlett Johannson was bland andWhile Robert Downey Jr is as great as always and the action visuals are nicely done, this sequel is nowhere near the same league as the first. There's lots of plotholes, Mickey Rourke was one-dimensional and Scarlett Johannson was bland and the plot in the third act took a back set to Avengers tie-ins. Not as bad as Spider-Man 3 or X-Men 3, but it could have been a lot better.… Expand
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SpunkyMonkeyOct 15, 2012
A lack of depth, little real story and far too many fast-talking scenes means that IM2 never really hits the heights it should. But don't let that make you think it's not entertaining - it is and it certainly has it's moments, however it alsoA lack of depth, little real story and far too many fast-talking scenes means that IM2 never really hits the heights it should. But don't let that make you think it's not entertaining - it is and it certainly has it's moments, however it also most certainly has it's fair share of scenes where you can grab a non-pause pee-break too. I really hope they make another cut of this with about 20 minutes trimmed off as it could really work with some of the fat cut out, and having said that it does work as it is - just not to any mind-blowing degree. Decent enough and never an effort to watch, an ideal film to put on when with mates or your partner if you want a film you can talk through.… Expand
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Delta_AssaultSep 28, 2011
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Iron Man 2 is not exactly a worthy followup to the original. My problems with the film: The fight between Rhodey and Tony in his mansion with DJ AM in the background was really dumb. These two guys are supposed to be best friends? Yeah Tony was being a douche, but that doesn't mean you steal one of his suits and proceed to try to beat his ass and tear up his whole damn mansion in the process. It just felt like they needed an action beat, like they said "Oh hey, it's been x amount of pages since we've had some action to entertain the audience, we need to stick a fight scene in here according to this scriptwriting 101 guide." It seemed very forced and unnecessary to me.

Justin Hammer was cheesing up the joint and just acting way too goofy.

Tony and Pepper's playful banter had turned into a lot of bickering that wasn't that fun to watch.

Tony's father had hidden away his secret formula for an amazing new element as... the overhead blueprint for his **** Stark Expo? What the hell, why would anybody... what? That doesn't even make any sense. How would he know that Tony would possess a nifty holographic projector that could strip away the details and reveal this magical wonder element? Why not just write down the formula on a piece of paper, why hide it as the layout for a stupid ass expo? This... this **** stinks.

How is Tony's new power source poisoning his blood? The palladium core goes right into his arc reactor, why would this end up in his bloodstream? His bloodstream seems completely segregated from the reactor. Couldn't he just invent some filter between the reactor and his body? He seems good at inventing stuff.

At the race track, when Vanko attacks... why don't the security guards just shoot Vanko in the chest with their guns? His exoskeleton doesn't seem to cover his chest, they could shoot him to death.

Rourke's Vanko spends most of the second half of the movie in a factory building robots. That's kinda boring, you shouldn't have your main villain squirrelled away that much.

The final battle with Vanko was way too short and just involved IM and WM doing some stupid high-five with their repulsors. Vanko also opens his helmet for no reason, making his head incredibly vulnerable. But other then that, I thought it was an enjoyable experience.… Expand
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StevenFFeb 15, 2013
There have been three films that I have seen in the cinema where I have left after the credits, not quite sure what to think of what i had just seen, not necessarily a bad film, but one which I just wasn't sure I enjoyed to the extent IThere have been three films that I have seen in the cinema where I have left after the credits, not quite sure what to think of what i had just seen, not necessarily a bad film, but one which I just wasn't sure I enjoyed to the extent I thought I was going to, Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull, Quantum of Solace, and now Iron Man 2.
This was a big film, it had big ideas, and don't get me wrong, it delivered..but only to an extent.
Picking up after the revelation of the first instalment, life goes on for Tony Stark, he has re-opened his fathers brainchild of Stark Expo, hoping to change direction away from weapons of mass destruction.
Short-lived, in another world away sits Ivan Vanko, son of Anton Vanko, the man who drew up plans with Tony's father in regards to the expo.
Back at home, Tony has to deal with his own government requesting that he hand over the Iron Man armour, but increasing health issues concerning his failure to find a substitute for the palladium he used to save his life has spawned reckless behaviour on Tony' part.
What was surprising about this film was its failure to zero in and develop on the ideas at hand, Stark was basically dying in this feature, but this was brushed over with a few scenes Nick Fury and a cringe-worthy dance and drink in the Iron Man suit. On the subject of Nick Fury, there was a silly amount of characters in this film, all with under-developed stories that never led anywhere, Sam Rockwell also appears in this as a rival to Tony Stark, but he was just annoying and slightly orange. There was perhaps too much of a S.H.I.E.L.D presence that took over the movie. They had to play their part, but this wasn't a good movie with them in it, this was a moderately decent film until they were in it.
Downey Jr did shine as usual, he has embraced his role to the point of belief that he could be Tony Stark, perhaps his best was shown in this film as it was quite an emotional journey, but with Iron Man himself only appearing a very small amount in this film, it didn't justify the over-abundance of characters and the messy and very anti-climatic ending, this could have been so much better on multiple levels, and unfortunately didn't deliver compared to the first effort.… Expand
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imthenoobJan 24, 2012
I enjoyed it as much as I enjoyed the first film. I thought it did a good job at cameos as well (building towards the Avengers film). The acting and the action was solid as well. It was just a little too corny and generic for my taste. Also II enjoyed it as much as I enjoyed the first film. I thought it did a good job at cameos as well (building towards the Avengers film). The acting and the action was solid as well. It was just a little too corny and generic for my taste. Also I did not like the main villian in the film, Im sure there could have been a better one for them to pick.… Expand
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A_NorthernerAug 11, 2012
Robert Downey's Iron Man returns after his first film outing two years previous, with director Jon Favreau again at the helm. As with Iron Man, Favreau delivers another fun ride and allows Downey to steal the show as Tony Stark. Downey'sRobert Downey's Iron Man returns after his first film outing two years previous, with director Jon Favreau again at the helm. As with Iron Man, Favreau delivers another fun ride and allows Downey to steal the show as Tony Stark. Downey's egotist, smarmy and arrogant but ultimately likeable Tony Stark is the film. Other characters are purely used for Downey to show off in front of, flirt with or talk over. In honesty, this becomes a little frustrating by the end of the film but it doesn't become a terminal problem because of the hidden weakness and humility Stark shows on occasions. Also, it makes a change for a superhero to be so public with his identity and arrogance.

Facing pressure from the US government on one side and the film's nemesis Whiplash on the other, Stark also struggles to cope with the ill effects of his power source and becomes isolated and irresponsible with his powers. The main antagonist is Whiplash, the son of a Russian inventor formerly employed by Stark Industries, who out of spite for the Stark family develops his own power source to rival Iron Man. The Russian factor brings about inevitably thin Cold War references but it is the idea that the US government sees Iron Man ans his technology as their property and does not wish to be dependent on Stark's alliance for protection that is the strongest plot string.

When given scenes without Downey present, the supporting characters are a mixed bunch. The introduction of Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow to the Marvel Universe is flat and the same can be said for Gywneth Paltrow, who is talked over by Downey for all of her lines. Don Cheadle plays Iron Man's sidekick James Rhodes (aka War Machine) complete with some Robin-esque cheesy lines ("Get a roof"). The positives come in the form of Mickey Rourke as Whiplash and Sam Rockwell as Justin Hammer. Rockwell injects some brilliant humour to proceedings for when you've had your fill of Downey.

The action is evenly paced, although the action sequences towards the end of the film are a little robotic, literally, as Iron Man and War Machine take on Whiplash (in a similar suit) and his army of Iron Man suited drones.

Overall, perhaps not as fresh as the original but still a better than average entry to the Marvel catalogue.… Expand
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Night_Hawk_2012May 18, 2012
While I really liked the first Iron Man for some reason I, just could not get into the Iron Man 2 like I could the first one. The movie is still is funny and has action moments but not like the first one. The first one was truly great IronWhile I really liked the first Iron Man for some reason I, just could not get into the Iron Man 2 like I could the first one. The movie is still is funny and has action moments but not like the first one. The first one was truly great Iron Man 2 was only okay.… Expand
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Iky009Jan 6, 2014
Ficou muito abaixo do primeiro mais divertido.Ficou muito abaixo do primeiro mais divertido. … Expand
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worleyjamersDec 8, 2012
Another great action, superhero movie. Definitely not as good as the first, but I still absolutely loved it. Robert Downey Jr. is great, and Gwyneth Paltrow is again, perfect. The addition of Scarlet Johansson was very nice as well.
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Movie1997May 1, 2013
It's not as fun and exciting like the first Iron Man movie, but it tends to still be a decent sequel. The first 45-50 minutes of the movie are just fun and exciting. It really relates to the first Iron Man movie. But then you reach the middleIt's not as fun and exciting like the first Iron Man movie, but it tends to still be a decent sequel. The first 45-50 minutes of the movie are just fun and exciting. It really relates to the first Iron Man movie. But then you reach the middle of the movie where the story starts to progressively slow down a lot. That's when it really feels like your watching a drunk version of the first Iron Man movie. The middle really sags unlike the first 45-50 minutes. It just "in a sense" drops. Near the end, it tends to kick it back into gear. As far as characters, Tony is still as enjoyable as the first movie. The actors are still about average. Except for Ivan Vanko (Mickey Rourke). He was incredible at the beginning of the movie, but (just like the storyline) it starts to become progressively slow and boring once he meets Hammer (Sam Rockwell). I wish Vanko could have been in the movie much longer and be bad-a** throughout and not just in the beginning and the end of the movie. Overall, with it's progressive slowness during the middle, in the end, it still turns out to be a decent sequel.… Expand
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jeff_reviewsSep 22, 2013
"Iron Man 2" is able to continue its predecessor's wonderful visual effects, however, the writing feels a bit unstable. Many sub plots are not well executed, and ends up to being pointless to the film. Along with this thought, I often found"Iron Man 2" is able to continue its predecessor's wonderful visual effects, however, the writing feels a bit unstable. Many sub plots are not well executed, and ends up to being pointless to the film. Along with this thought, I often found myself annoyed by the protagonist, Tony Stark, and felt that the lessons learned in the original film felt off put in this sequel. While many things irked me in the film, the story isn't horribly crafted, and maintains a nicely put action-packed story. With a surprising finale that overpasses the middle section of pointless scenes, "Iron Man 3" manages to make it to an above average super hero film.… Expand
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diogomendesOct 25, 2014
Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) Analysis: Iron Man 2 (2010)

With "Iron Man" earning its marks for its success, it doesn't come by surprise that the continuation tries to be just like most sequels -- Which means it's bigger, bolder andMarvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) Analysis: Iron Man 2 (2010)

With "Iron Man" earning its marks for its success, it doesn't come by surprise that the continuation tries to be just like most sequels -- Which means it's bigger, bolder and filled with new characters and story arcs. What if I say that "Iron Man 2" doesn't quite live up to its predecessor's intelligence, but it still manages to be a rock, solid installment in the franchise? A lot of things work here but they are no match to other MCU movies. This, along with "Thor: The Dark World", is one of the most inferior MCU films to date, which is not saying much because they're still fine on their own. And even if I was a little bit disappointed with this one, I reckon that it's not as bad as people make it out to be.

With the world now aware of his dual life as the armored superhero Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark faces pressure from the government, the press, and the public to share his technology with the military. Unwilling to let go of his invention, Stark, along with Pepper Potts, and James "Rhodey" Rhodes at his side, must forge new alliances - and confront powerful enemies.

The performances from the returned cast and new actors stay stable. Robert Downey Jr is, once again, fantastic. His character, Tony Stark, is the same eccentric, irresponsible and energized man that he was in the first movie. Robert practically is Tony Stark. Gwyneth Paltrow also returns as Pepper Potts and new characters such as Black Widow, Whiplash, Agent Coulson and Justin Hammer appear. But only Black Widow and Nick Fury are going to be very important in this large universe. One performance I really liked it was from Sam Rockwell, yeah that guy is awesome. I saw him in Matchstick Men, which was a pretty good movie. He basically supports the movie, by delivering fun dialogue. And what about Mickey Rourke? Well, he looks menacing and he also helps the movie overcome its flaws. The movie should have dug his story a little more, though. Because the character didn’t seem to have much depth or complexity.

The plot also adds action sequences, and they are better than the first movie. We go from a racetrack battle in Monaco to a sexy Russian spy defeating dozens of officers in a building. And I gotta say, not only is Scarlett Johansson hot and charming, but she’s also athletic and packs a wallop. The final battle really disappointed me because I was expecting an intense and exciting fight between Ivan and Tony, and I only got a 1 minute battle. *sighs* Oh well…

Things start getting too goofy in the movie when Tony organizes a party and starts pissing in his pants. Or when he starts yelling at the guests only to frighten them. Super-heroes are goofy in general but I don’t think they could get this silly. It’s this ridiculousness that tears the film apart and I feel disappointed because this movie deserved to be so much better than its predecessor. As I am doing a MCU marathon, I would love to see this movie have some references and easter eggs (it has some though) to enlarge my excitement for The Avengers, but the movie kinda comes up with its own story, unfortunately. The best thing related to MCU that really excited me was the post-credits scene, where we see Mjölnir, Thor’s hammer and then we see a lightning bolt sound effect in the background as the movie ends. AND that’s the next movie I’m going to review!

Final Score to Iron Man 2: 6.5/10. I had to lower my score because this sequel is a bit disappointing. Its occasionally thin plot sometimes feels weird but ultimately, the film is saved by fine performances (mostly from its main lead) and some pulpy action. Next movie to review: The Mighty God of Thunder! Thor (2011)… Expand
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SpiderPlayerMay 15, 2015
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's a good film with good action scenes with an interesting hero, but one of the major flaws is villain, or if the bad guys, they are not very interesting and occasionally get to be boring, and the producers made the same thing they did in the first film, using armor to face Iron Man, do not need to use a similar equipment with the iron man, he could have done differently, in short is a good movie but does not compare to the first.… Expand
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DokaluApr 7, 2015
Iron Man 2 is the typical cliched marvel film. A bad guy wants to be really bad and a good guy wants to stop him. Oh, well, watching Robert Downey Jr. in another movie as Iron Man is always going to be really awesome.
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LinttaFlamingoDec 31, 2017
All the Robert Downey Jr stuff is fantastic and funny just like in the first movie, but Iron Man 2 never really feels like it gets going. There's too much talking between the Iron Man stuff, and while it might be essential for the plot or theAll the Robert Downey Jr stuff is fantastic and funny just like in the first movie, but Iron Man 2 never really feels like it gets going. There's too much talking between the Iron Man stuff, and while it might be essential for the plot or the characters, it's not done in a very interesting way. And not all the dialogue scenes are even for the plot either, some of them are just shoved in scenes of Samuel L. Jackson trying to recruit Iron Man because of The Avengers movie. Also the villain, who by the way is just staring at a wall when we first see him, wasn't that interesting nor even menacing. It feels bad to say all this because Robert Downey Jr is truly amazing and funny in the lead role, but all this exposition and planning really weigh down the film.… Expand
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MrMovieBuffSep 30, 2016
Robert Downey Jr. is back as the legendary weapons designer, Tony Stark, in 'Iron Man 2'. Once again directed by Jon Favreau, 'Iron Man 2' takes a look at Tony's life since he announced himself as Iron Man to the public. He has gained moreRobert Downey Jr. is back as the legendary weapons designer, Tony Stark, in 'Iron Man 2'. Once again directed by Jon Favreau, 'Iron Man 2' takes a look at Tony's life since he announced himself as Iron Man to the public. He has gained more publicity than before and it seems that the government are concerned about whether or not he can protect the country and want his suits.

Meanwhile, we see that somebody has the ability to figure out his technology given their history with Stark Industries. Ivan Vanko (Mickey Rourke) plans to track Stark down and vows revenge on what his father, Howard Stark (John Slattery), did to Vanko's father.

Also with us is Justin Hammer (Sam Rockwell), who also plans on making Tony Stark look like a fool in front of the world, and it seems that the only person that can help him do that is Vanko, so they team up and create weapon/armors that are sure to make Stark look bad and pale in comparison.

We are also introduced to Agent Natasha Romanoff (Scarlett Johansson), whose main role, I believe, was to set up an upcoming "Avengers" film that Marvel clearly had planned, but things must have been moving slowly in regards to getting all the characters cast and a story written, that they decided to fill the void with a second "Iron Man" film that is pretty much a huge tease to "The Avengers".

That's the main issue with this film, this is a mostly mediocre sequel still filled with quirky moments we come to love about these characters, but the movie doesn't know what it should focus on. The main priority is to build up "The Avengers", and in contrast, we forget all about Rourke's villain, Vanko, because that is just clearly used for the sake of making an action movie. The action can still be dazzling, but there's not enough of it. This is a very lightweight movie, spending time on characters figuring out certain things and building up to something big, and then the final climax is somewhat underwhelming.

'Iron Man 2' is not as good as the first, but it's not a bad movie either... it's a film that I believe Jon Favreau had a tough time trying to make a convincing villain, while at the same time, build up future movies at the expense of making a memorable, threatening enemy for our title character.

You watch the movie for Downey... but don't expect it to be 'The Dark Knight' (2008) of "Iron Man" films.… Expand
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FuturedirectorMar 23, 2016
Well, Iron man is back, with nothing interesting to show, with dull story-telling, not really action-packed but not as romantic as the first one, at least. This film with unremarkable characters and a very simple plot it's not the best andWell, Iron man is back, with nothing interesting to show, with dull story-telling, not really action-packed but not as romantic as the first one, at least. This film with unremarkable characters and a very simple plot it's not the best and neither the worst of marvel universe.… Expand
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Cinemassacre94Mar 20, 2016
“Iron Man 2” isn’t as much fun as its predecessor, but by the time the smoke clears, it’ll do. Much like “The Dark Knight,” this Paramount release brings an enormous stash of goodwill to the party, thanks to a well-crafted origin tale whose“Iron Man 2” isn’t as much fun as its predecessor, but by the time the smoke clears, it’ll do. Much like “The Dark Knight,” this Paramount release brings an enormous stash of goodwill to the party, thanks to a well-crafted origin tale whose popularity fueled anticipation for a follow-up. Yet while the first go-round for this lesser-known Marvel hero benefited from its freshness and visual flair, the beats here are more familiar, the pacing more uneven. Given the demand, though, that will hardly matter, and this armored adventure promises to be a money-making machine that clicks on all cylinders.

In a sense, the virtues and weaknesses of the latest movie are reversed from those of the original. That film cleverly buzzed along in detailing how Iron Man came to be — while establishing Robert Downey Jr. as a niftily cool, smartass superhero — then fizzled a bit toward the end, amid a so-so CGI melee.

Here, the movie bounces through various travails assailing its hero, Downey’s Tony Stark — whose high-tech heart gizmo is also wreaking havoc on his body — in less compelling fashion. Fortunately, that gives way to a final 35 minutes or so that delivers the goods, with two Iron Men (with the sidekick now played by Don Cheadle) in full-throttle action. Throw in Scarlett Johansson kicking butt as an acrobatic super-spy in a skin-tight suit (perhaps wisely never referred to by her comicbook name, Black Widow) and, well, what’s not to like?

If there are more heroes around, as is so often the case with sequels, there’s villain inflation as well. Stark’s enemies include a Russian physicist (Mickey Rourke, much closer to his role in “Sin City” than “The Wrestler”) with his own access to advanced technology and a long-simmering grudge against the Stark family; and Justin Hammer (Sam Rockwell), an oily defense contractor desperate for his own super-suit.

There are enough fun moments in Jon Favreau’s playful direction (from Justin Theroux’s workmanlike script) and Downey’s performance — a tycoon who’s equal parts Warren Buffett and Kid Rock — to satisfy a weekend audience, but one needs a forgiving nature to get past the flabby midsection. The special effects, meanwhile, are more plentiful and polished once they fully kick into high gear, though there are still shots where that gleaming suit looks a bit more animated than it should.

All told, “Iron Man 2” suffers the same fate as many a sequel. Where the first film felt buoyant and occasionally inspired in helpfully demonstrating that, done right, there’s considerable treasure to be culled even from second-tier occupants of the Marvel universe, the new pic feels more duty-bound and industrial. As further evidence of the apparent desire to cover all bases, there are cameos by Christiane Amanpour (then still at CNN) and Fox News’ Bill O’Reilly, as well as a slimy senator (Garry Shandling) being interviewed on MSNBC.

That’s not to say the movie lacks its charms. But as Tony Stark’s free-spirited CEO might attest, while serving the needs of a major conglomerate has its perks, the task also comes with more than its share of obligations.… Expand
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SrPepeNov 13, 2017
Me entretuvo mucho, pero es una película que se puede ver una o dos veces y ya está. No trasciende y sacando a War Machine no aporta nada al universo Marvel.
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ElectroNickMay 1, 2016
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I was pretty excited for this film before it's release due to the unique takes of the superhero genre that the previous film took. I was also excited to see what direction the story would be since it ended with Stark revealing his secret identity. In some regards, the film does take some risks like showing Stark's fame and the price he pays. Once again the best part of this film is Robert Downey Jr. with his charisma. He is an expert at playing the likable jerk. One of the strongest moments was when he was wondering what to do with his life after he discovered that his chest piece is slowly killing him. Mickey Rourke is a pretty good villain as Whiplash but unfortunately he is not on the screen that much. The villain with the most screen time was Justin Hammer who is supposed to represent what Stark used to be as a war monger but the Iron Monger already played that role. As a matter of fact, the Hammer in the comics was a suave business man who was an old man that is always one step ahead of Iron Man. The Hammer in this film however was a young cocky industrialist who takes up too much screen time that deserved to focus on Rourke. Scarlet Johansson did as good of a job as she could have considering that she barely had a purpose in the story. The film is right with humor including a funny segment with a dud weapon humorlessly called "the ex wife" and Stan Lee's cameo as Hugh Hefner. The story line is really nothing more that filler for the Avengers film but it will keep you entertained for a brief period of time despite its flaws.… Expand
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MasterRileyDec 20, 2016
Iron Man 2 isn't nearly as good as the original, but it is still a fun and entertaining watch. In terms of the writing and characters it is not as intriguing but is still an enjoyable action flick.
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HatersWannaHateOct 3, 2016
Mickey Rourke has strengths and weaknesses in roles. This was a complete waste of Rourke. Forgettable movie. A testament to Marvel for being able to continue the MCU after this one.
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ryang1790Nov 27, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You know you've done Tony Stark wrong when the script is focused more on building a universe early on rather than bring further development to Tony as a character. RDJ still impresses as Tony Stark/Iron Man, and the film does right by showing his more indulgent, egoistical side, but gets lost way too early in trying to establish a bigger universe. Way too many elements are introduced at once, from Black Widow, strong emphasis on the Avengers Initiative, introducing two villains to challenge Tony's moral compass, recasting James Rhodes and establishing War Machine, the list goes on. Overdeveloped would be the easiest way to describe Marvel's weakest link thus far.… Expand
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Bugger217Sep 13, 2017
Iron Man 2 is definitely a couple steps down from its predecessor. It repeats a lot of beats from the first movie, and stuffs in too many things that are meant to pay off in future films, but it's still an enjoyable watch thanks to fun setIron Man 2 is definitely a couple steps down from its predecessor. It repeats a lot of beats from the first movie, and stuffs in too many things that are meant to pay off in future films, but it's still an enjoyable watch thanks to fun set pieces and a cast that continues to have excellent chemistry. Sam Rockwell deliciously chews the scenery as a conniving rat whose squeak is worse than his bite. All things considered, Iron Man 2 satisfies on the base levels you'd expect from a blockbuster, and is bolstered by a great cast.… Expand
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spacebear1Dec 7, 2017
Whereas the first Iron Man was fantastic, this film is sadly almost nothing more than a convoluted mess. The villains, Justin Hammer & Whiplash, are just disappointing. The story is a mess. But this film has entertaining fight scenes, whenWhereas the first Iron Man was fantastic, this film is sadly almost nothing more than a convoluted mess. The villains, Justin Hammer & Whiplash, are just disappointing. The story is a mess. But this film has entertaining fight scenes, when the fights happen (which isn't much). Overall, this is a fun but flawed film.… Expand
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Naruto78909Mar 30, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is one of the worst MCU movies the movie is really boring compared to all the others until the big fight the first was really good but the second was basically tony living on life control because of a sickness the first was a better since it proved marvel movies can make it big but the acting and special effects were still great though and the characters were still believable like the first… Expand
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tamcwlmmMay 1, 2018
I think they forced this movie in place. We just had Iron Man 1 and than, after one movie between it, here is Iron Man 2. It feels not right. I liked the story of the relationship between Tony and his father. The villain isn't as good as theI think they forced this movie in place. We just had Iron Man 1 and than, after one movie between it, here is Iron Man 2. It feels not right. I liked the story of the relationship between Tony and his father. The villain isn't as good as the previous one, he didn't have a reason to do all that harm. I want Justin Hammer to be farther explored in the following movies, but that didn't happen. This movie doesn't feel right, and I think RDJ thought the same. Nice intro to Black Widow and Nick Fury (Not intro, but he is more established in this movie than in Iron Man 1)… Expand
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blazeWFeb 20, 2018
Falls flat as a worthy sequel, but it's heavily entertaining. Tony Stark's new problems causes him to do reckless acts again, which is not a bad excuse for a sequel. Whiplash was very forgettable. The only redeemable parts were the action scenes.
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Aus_CriticXMar 27, 2018
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Stale plot and villain but overall good comedy and action moments and once again great cast, this movie is pretty good!… Expand
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RaduAFeb 20, 2019
55 / 100

I hope this movie was made as a joke...
The first Iron Man was amazing and this one... it's the opposite.
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ValBalMay 16, 2019
I love how this movie dives deeper into who is Tony Stark. RDJ is fun to watch and action set pieces are thrilling but the film suffers from too many plot lines. Is this film about Tony Stark and his father? Avengers build up? Tony trying toI love how this movie dives deeper into who is Tony Stark. RDJ is fun to watch and action set pieces are thrilling but the film suffers from too many plot lines. Is this film about Tony Stark and his father? Avengers build up? Tony trying to survive? Black Widow solo movie? oh yeah.. and uh there are villains in this film who are doing something very evil while the viewer has to deal with other plot lines crammed into one film.… Expand
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CooperReviews44Dec 5, 2018
This film is a mixed bag. The performances are great, the action is entertaining, and the comedy was done. However the film try's to many plot-lines all at once and fails to make any of them have meaning. They all fall flat, the villain's areThis film is a mixed bag. The performances are great, the action is entertaining, and the comedy was done. However the film try's to many plot-lines all at once and fails to make any of them have meaning. They all fall flat, the villain's are really cheesy, and the writing is all over the place. This film follows the same mistakes as The Incredible Hulk but at least the performances where good and the new introduced characters such as War Machine are really likable. A pretty fun but mediocre film.… Expand
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MoviezNPMar 29, 2019
It has all the things first Iron Man film didn't have. And that's not necessarily a good thing. .
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Good : RDJ is fantastic as Iron Man and Tony Stark. He has proven himself to be perfect choice in the role in multiple films now, and this isIt has all the things first Iron Man film didn't have. And that's not necessarily a good thing. .
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Good : RDJ is fantastic as Iron Man and Tony Stark. He has proven himself to be perfect choice in the role in multiple films now, and this is no exception. No matter how ridiculous the screenplay was, he is the last thing wrong with this film. Also, we get introduced to two new characters, Nick Fury and Natasha Romanoff. Their introduction feels very apt for the first Avengers movie which came in 2012. Samuel Jackson and Scarlett Johansson prove to be the perfect choices in the first go. RDJ has a very great chemistry with all the cast members. His sarcastic and a$$holey one liners are damn good. In the entertainment and performance level, there are no complaints. .
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Mixed : Even though it was entertaining, it was a total mess. It had a ton of good ideas for a solo Iron Man film, but all of them do not coalesce together to form a solid plot of the film. The plotlines were good, but the final story did not turn out to be so good. I can appreciate what they tried but not what they did. It feels like a misfire. The arc they tried to give to Stark was quite good. But, the screenplay was ridiculous at many parts. We don't feel sorry, neither we sympathize him. Instead, he feels like a gigantic a$$hole, even though he was to be sympathized. .
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Bad : It feels like an advertisement for Avengers, rather than an entertaining build up. Studio allowing a very short period of time for making this movie is quite apparent. Whiplash feels as if he would've been a really great villain, but due to ridiculous screenplay, he feels uninteresting. He had motives to stand against Stark, but in the end he feels like a slimy goofball who wants to kill Iron Man to show that he is tough. And the other villain, Justin Hammer, is a blant rival of Iron Man who is a kind of a pu$$y and just a clichéd villain. I loved Terrence Howard as War Machine. Don Cheadle sucks. When Howard was casted, I felt like I would get a War Machine solo some day, or at least be in a really good role other than being a sidekick to Iron Man. But with Cheadle, I felt that it would be better if they make him just a sidekick and luckily, that's the case till date. .
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Conclusion : It's an entertaining mess. You will enjoy RDJ and his one liners, and, the overall charisma that everyone, except Cheadle, bring to the characters they play. But if you expect it to be a solid sequel, it ain't so. Whiplash feels like a wasted villain and Mickie Rourke feels like a wasted talent. He did fine with the material he was given to work with, but it never felt like he was necessary for the role. But the biggest issue would be that it feels like an advertisement of Avengers rather than a build up, and the plotlines not meshing together makes it a disappointment to a certain extent. .
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DerekReideApr 23, 2019
Not bad, but not the best. It's a fair sequel. Very well developed characters and a good plot. I wish War Machine has more to do in Marvel's future though. He's pretty cool.
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youmedeadMar 13, 2019
This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. So, Iron Man 2. It's not the most beloved Marvel movie ever. In fact, most people prefer to say it's not a good movie at all. They say it's boring, it's bland, it's uninspired. And I completely understand why some people would think that. *However*; I disagree. Don't get me wrong, there are aspects of this movie that could have been done better. It definetly doesn't hold a candle to the original Iron Man. But I still choose to believe that this movie has some charm. Even if Iron Man is only in the movie for twenty-two minutes. One of the biggest issues most people have with this film is it's villain, Whiplash. I completely understand this point, and I agree with it believe it or not. It is by far this movie's worst aspect. While his backstory is kind of understandable, as we get where he's coming from. Stark stealing his father's work, leaving them in a forgotten corner of Russia. That makes sense. However, the way he goes about his revenge is a little odd. Imagine you hated Tony Stark aka Iron Man, and you had his technology at your fingertips. What would you do with it? If the answer is make two electric whips, then you are wrong. But for some reason, that's what we see here. However, putting the villain aside, I think this movie does carry itself in a fun, lighthearted way, with the action being pretty good. I particularly enjoy the racecar scene, where Tony has to put on the Iron Man suit from the briefcase. And of course, the scene in the dome with Iron Man and Rhodes/War Machine fighting off all the drone Iron Man suits designed by Justin Hammer and Whiplash is absolutely superb. ~~It's a shame it's only about a minute long...~~ Not only that, but this is the movie that introduced the world to Scarlett Johansson's Black Widow, who is one of the core Marvel characters at this time. We get to see Don Cheadle take on the role of War Machine following the departure of Terrance Howard. This might just be me, but I far prefer Don Cheadle's portayal of Rhodes to Howard's. And this was the first film where Samuel L Jackson's Nick Fury really started to shape the Marvel Cinematic Universe, showing up in the actual film rather than just an end credit scene. Robert Downey Jr and Gwyneth Paltrow return as Tony Stark/Iron Man and Pepper Potts, and both are fantastic as always. And lest we forget the return of Clark Greg's Phil Coulson, every one's favorite cameo. The cast is fantastic, and how could they not be?
There are of course a few lulls in the movie. The pacing isn't great, and it really kills the flow of everything. The who Paladium poisoning in Tony's arc reactor is what most complaints are about when it comes to this film, and yeah, I get that. It feels really out of place and slows down the movie almost to a standstill. However, that isn't enough to kill the movie for me. I still think this movie is a classic to stand beside all the rest of the MCU, and deserves it's place among the greats. Thank you.… Expand
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MoViEbUfF17Jul 6, 2019
Iron man 2 is the sequel to iron man and by that I mean it barley changes anything it picks up right where the last one left off but this movie is like 10 movies in one so I’m going to try to explain to the **** of the plot. So now the worldIron man 2 is the sequel to iron man and by that I mean it barley changes anything it picks up right where the last one left off but this movie is like 10 movies in one so I’m going to try to explain to the **** of the plot. So now the world knows that Tony Stark is Iron Man and he’s doing the same thing he was before but as Iron Man he has the Stark expo where he shows off his new tech speaking of which his magnet is now killing him because the thing was running on a car battery so he just gets drunk a lot so then he hands his company over to Pepper and it introduces Natasha Rominoff later known as Black Widow she doesn’t add anything to the plot she’s just there to hype the avengers while all this is happening a villain called whiplash is planning to attack Stark at a racetrack he fails and gets thrown in prison another character introduced is James Rhodes or War Machine after he steals the mark 3 suit at Tony’s birthday whiplash escapes courtesy of another villain Justin Hammer who was impressed by his work and gives him the material and funds to build an iron army while all this is happening Tony is all drunk and depressed but gets back on the horse after seeing a video message from his dad so as anyone would Stark invents a new element to help him with his heart issues so Tony shows off the drones at the stark expo until they go haywire and Whiplash comes out with a big iron suit built off screen just like the last one so Tony and War machine blow him up and the movie ends. It wasn’t crazy received then and still isn’t now I know it sounds like I’m trash talking this movie but I think it’s better then the first one as unpopular of an opinion that might be so overall I would still give this one a 6/10 but it’s a little better then the first… Expand
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MahmusSep 25, 2020
I have a big soft spot for this movie.

Perhaps it's because, unlike most MCU films, it feels like characters are just living in this universe. They're not driven by plot or action, they're just caught up in the obstacles that come withI have a big soft spot for this movie.

Perhaps it's because, unlike most MCU films, it feels like characters are just living in this universe. They're not driven by plot or action, they're just caught up in the obstacles that come with living in a world of superheroes, even if Marvel was clearly still trying to figure out what that world would be like.

It's cool to see these characters just living their lives and dealing with their own personal problems while the villains deal with their own somewhere else. It makes for a somewhat uneventful story, but it sets it apart from other entries, both for better and worse.

As I mentiones earlier, the MCU was still very undefined. The introduction of Nick Fury (as more than a cameo) and Black Widow isn't the first attempt to expand the world of the movie beyond its central hero (The Incredible Hulk had a Tony Stark cameo and the Super soilder serum played a big part in the plot), but it is the first time they had the main hero interact with this wider world, and while it's definitely not done as gracefuly as in later films, it does makes the universe feel lived in.

Also, while I think that Scarlett Johansson is great as Black Widow (and that she's great here), she was definitely not as confident in the role as she would be in later films.

Overall, it's a step down from the first one, but one that I still ejoy quite a lot.… Expand
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Cooperward4Oct 22, 2019
Iron Man 2 is an entertaining yet disposable Marvel film that fails to live up to the success of the original. As I previously said Iron Man is entertaining. This is due to the return of the many charismatic cast members from the original.Iron Man 2 is an entertaining yet disposable Marvel film that fails to live up to the success of the original. As I previously said Iron Man is entertaining. This is due to the return of the many charismatic cast members from the original. Robert Downey Jr once again gives a stellar performance that is both compelling and funny. A nice addition to the film is Don Cheadle as James Rhodes. I still personally preferred Terrance Howard but Don Cheadle is still a very good James Rhodes, one I have come to love. Unfortunately where this film falls flat is its over abundance of story lines crammed into one film. Throughout he film there is literally over 6 storylines going on at once and it makes the movie feel very disjointed. The film also fails to provide us with a compelling villain. Whiplash is a very stale villain with barely any character development. Its really unfortunate because I quite like Mickey Rourke as an actor but sadly he was a real let down in this film. Though Mickey Rourke was disappointing there is one actor who I wished was used more in the film and that is Justin Hammer played by Sam Rockwell. He was the perfect foil for Tony Stark and that made him a very entertaining character to witness. I wished he was used more in the film but I was entertained by the minimal screen time he had. Another bonus is that the action in this film was definitely better then the first. The use of action in this film isn't amazing by any stretch of the imagination but Tony's use of new weaponry in his suit and the multiple Tony and Rhodey team ups were very entertaining. Overall Iron Man is an entertaining Marvel film but unfortunately crumbles under the pressure of too many plotlines.… Expand
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Sosmooth1982Jul 4, 2023
Again an ok movie. Now there's 2 iron man's kind of dumb. I hated that part of the movie but storyline once again is the only good thing.
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Onlyclassicvg1Dec 8, 2020
The Incredible Hulk isn't very Incredible.
Edward Norton gives a good performance but the concept of Hulk itself just seems tired. There is no new outlook on the hero just simply a repeatedly mediocre take on a very one dimensiona
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atabeyordekciAug 18, 2021
With the world now aware of his identity as Iron Man, Tony Stark must contend with both his declining health and a vengeful mad man with ties to his father's legacy. (6)
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BullyMaguireDec 2, 2021
Upon watching this movie I can definitely tell the script is rushed and while it is kind of enjoyable after watching Tony's death in Endgame. Even though RDJ is great I really did not like him in this movie and there are a lot of storylinesUpon watching this movie I can definitely tell the script is rushed and while it is kind of enjoyable after watching Tony's death in Endgame. Even though RDJ is great I really did not like him in this movie and there are a lot of storylines in this movie.… Expand
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SebbyMakesMusicJul 13, 2023
Not nearly as airtight as the first film. The sequence of events doesn't feel as neatly put together. I'm not big on the acting of the antagonists, though the protagonists do fine. I wasn't really blown away by any particular moment, thoughNot nearly as airtight as the first film. The sequence of events doesn't feel as neatly put together. I'm not big on the acting of the antagonists, though the protagonists do fine. I wasn't really blown away by any particular moment, though there was some good stuff in there. I wasn't really into the action by the end, either. It felt like they nerfed it because they felt they needed to end it a specific way. Overall, it's not bad, there are enough different parts throughout the 2-hour runtime to keep it entertaining, but it's definitely closer to a typical superhero flick than its predecessor.… Expand
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XathiahsJan 21, 2022
A mediocre movie about a great character. Extremis plot line is totally wasted. Introduction of the Black Widow in the MCU.
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DarkwingSchmuckMar 12, 2022
Iron Man 2 is a better rom-com than superhero blockbuster. While no one is going to see this movie for romantic comedy, Robert Downey Jr. and Gwyneth Paltrow share an undeniable on-screen chemistry that is both sweet and funny. Otherwise, itIron Man 2 is a better rom-com than superhero blockbuster. While no one is going to see this movie for romantic comedy, Robert Downey Jr. and Gwyneth Paltrow share an undeniable on-screen chemistry that is both sweet and funny. Otherwise, it has only one really standout action scene on a raceway, a weak villain, and is overloaded with unnecessary and distracting setups for future Marvel movies.… Expand
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Fixer84Mar 15, 2023
The least effective of the Iron Man trilogy, but the first view is still pleasant. Then it gets boring.
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