Iron Man 2

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BuckmanB.May 15, 2010

All action and fireworks and no story line. Not nearly as good as the first.

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imSMay 18, 2010

Disappointingly boring. None of the first movies' charm was present. Confusing story with pointless characters. Not enough action and boring special effects. Flat and dull.

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AndyAMay 16, 2010

For an action movie in my opinion it fails to excite. Downey plays the flamboyant Tony Stark well as do the other actors but its divergence

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JamesHMay 19, 2010

Beware! We've all seen this predictable plot before many times! After the first 10 minutes of the film it was clear what would happen the rest of the movie. Robert Downey carries this turkey on his back with his fun Stark character. Beware! We've all seen this predictable plot before many times! After the first 10 minutes of the film it was clear what would happen the rest of the movie. Robert Downey carries this turkey on his back with his fun Stark character. Without him this movie would fail miserably. The sequence where Tony Stark creates a new element was ridiculous, but then the movie is purposely over the top and we know that going into it. Some of the CGI was surprisingly lame, especially the fight between Cheadle and Downey at the house, but most of the CGI was very good.… Expand

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ArkonBladeAug 21, 2010

the first iron man was really enjoyable the second one just fails to deliver . downy is still fun to wach as stark but thats about it . the plot doesnt seem near as entertaining as the first and it feels like theres even less action then thethe first iron man was really enjoyable the second one just fails to deliver . downy is still fun to wach as stark but thats about it . the plot doesnt seem near as entertaining as the first and it feels like theres even less action then the first and what action it has feels so ho hum it just doesnt grab you. the final battle especially basically just iron man running around for 10 min then the last 1 min is the final battle . it all felt so anticlimactic and just not very enjoyable . such a shame.… Expand

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IronManOct 15, 2010

Wow....what a disappointment this was. More action to be sure, but for me, just having more action doesn't cut it. you have to bring over everything that made the first one great: A coherent, well told story, and interestingWow....what a disappointment this was. More action to be sure, but for me, just having more action doesn't cut it. you have to bring over everything that made the first one great: A coherent, well told story, and interesting characters...which the second one did not. While I don't think this is the train wreck that a lot of people make it out to be, I just do not understand how so many people can say this is BETTER than the first.… Expand

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ATsushiMay 30, 2016

Tiring and uneventfully, continuing the great Iron Man is predictable and too big, not honoring the expectations created for a sequel that was going to happen.

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Chrislake94Jun 4, 2011

I think this film isn't as good as the first. A lot of Scenes weren't needed and felt they needed a better plot. Yes Tony Stark found out he was dying, that's sad. But there are only two main action scenes between him and the Villain and mostI think this film isn't as good as the first. A lot of Scenes weren't needed and felt they needed a better plot. Yes Tony Stark found out he was dying, that's sad. But there are only two main action scenes between him and the Villain and most of the film Tony Stark thought he was dead. I'm sorry I cannot give this film a good review. It's not a terrible film its ok but it's lacking of Plot just bores me.… Expand

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J-ShapAug 28, 2011

Iron Man 2 is a satisfactory sequel to a kick-ass comic book movie. It is nothing more than that: satisfactory. Some will call that a good thing, and some will call that a bad thing.

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grandpajoe6191Sep 15, 2011

With a baffling story and really unnecessary humor, Marvel's "Iron man 2" doesn't seem to have the prominent blockbuster spirit its prequel contained.

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EssenceOfSugarMar 13, 2012

Slightly boring, with not enough zing and character development like the first one. For an action film, there was too much explosions and fighting which substituted for the storylines - I couldn't even hear myself think. Also, I wasn't sureSlightly boring, with not enough zing and character development like the first one. For an action film, there was too much explosions and fighting which substituted for the storylines - I couldn't even hear myself think. Also, I wasn't sure who the villain was, and if he was who I thought he was, he didn't have much depth to his character. Although, I did love Scarlett Johansson, especially when she was kicking everyone's ass, and the fact that what was keeping Stark alive was also killing him, but his portrayal of a dying man was still unconvincing, seeing as he mainly acted arrogant, instead of his versatility of emotions in the previous film. In conclusion, this failed to live up to the promise of what could have been a good sequel.… Expand

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nathan737Feb 7, 2012

This movie was disappointing. The problem with this movie is that the action sequences are 10 seconds. As well, the plot is less entertaining and more tedious. Scarlett Johansson's character is in the movie so that people can gawk at her.This movie was disappointing. The problem with this movie is that the action sequences are 10 seconds. As well, the plot is less entertaining and more tedious. Scarlett Johansson's character is in the movie so that people can gawk at her. This movie is a step back from the first Iron Man.… Expand

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ReubenIsAGodApr 21, 2014

I really felt like something was lacking from Iron Man so when i heard about the sequel i was of, coarse, very skeptical. Iron man 2 is an enjoyable film, none the less, yet has so many flaws that kinda out way the positive, first the HumorI really felt like something was lacking from Iron Man so when i heard about the sequel i was of, coarse, very skeptical. Iron man 2 is an enjoyable film, none the less, yet has so many flaws that kinda out way the positive, first the Humor is funny, the action and fight scenes look amazing and spectacular and the acting is solid plus it hints at a future Avengers movie, yet despite all this the things that matter to me the most are just Terrible, the characters come of as annoying and i really didn't care what was happening i just wanted to see stuff blow up, the Villain in appalling and is very forgettable, the plot doesn't really have any focus and feels boring and slow at times also whilst Iron man had a really weak final act this one has an awesome astonishing final act yet the rest feels like pointlessness that really served no purpose.

Overall i wasn't really surprised that this sequel didn't live up to the good original film, yet, still i recommend siting down and watching the film cause it is pretty entertain when it wants to be.

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SeriosityDec 8, 2012

A massive disappointment after the brilliance of Iron Man. It is overstuffed and bloated. Seemingly satisfied with mediocrity. Not painful to watch, but lifeless and forgettable.

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mds03May 5, 2013

I was so bored when I went to see this at the movie theatre. It never really caught my interest or kept me entertained the whole time and the only really cool part was when Micky Rourke was attacking the race cars with his scorpion whips.I was so bored when I went to see this at the movie theatre. It never really caught my interest or kept me entertained the whole time and the only really cool part was when Micky Rourke was attacking the race cars with his scorpion whips. Other than the boredom of it, everything else was fine. The acting, dialogue, and the special effects are why I did not give it a 4.… Expand

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ewhite25413May 24, 2013

This was a good movie. A little thin in a few places but the actors and actresses pulled it off okay. There were some really good scenes in the movie like when the car alams all get set off. That was good they needed more scenes like that.

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gracjanskiMay 19, 2022

In the first part there was only one very arrogant and annoying character: Tony Stark. In this movie there are even 2 such characters: Justin Hammer also.
Like in the first movie you have a lot of cool **** and logic holes. Entertaining forIn the first part there was only one very arrogant and annoying character: Tony Stark. In this movie there are even 2 such characters: Justin Hammer also.
Like in the first movie you have a lot of cool **** and logic holes. Entertaining for the masses. Only the visual effects are nice… Expand

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ElucidateOct 9, 2013

After the excitement that was the first Iron Man, the sequel contributes little of anything notable. The story is simply not as entertaining and the action not as captivating as before.

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FranzHcriticNov 10, 2013

Rather a dull, mundane superhero sequel to an extraordinary action film. It has some of those moments that shine in its predecessor, mostly due to the charisma of Downey Jr., but the whole film is uninteresting and Downey is the only thingRather a dull, mundane superhero sequel to an extraordinary action film. It has some of those moments that shine in its predecessor, mostly due to the charisma of Downey Jr., but the whole film is uninteresting and Downey is the only thing that builds interest. Shame, was a good movie, its predecessor was.… Expand

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MovieGuysSep 20, 2013

Mickey Rourke makes for an okay antagonist to the story, but doesn't seem to pull it off all the way. Unlike the first one, Iron Man 2 is more depressing and dark, and this takes away from it. It's less fun than its predecessor.

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DrewtheDude85Apr 1, 2014

I really liked the first Iron Man, it was a solid film telling the retelling the story of how Tony Stark became Iron Man. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said about Iron Man 2. This entry felt pretty bland and lacked the action and theI really liked the first Iron Man, it was a solid film telling the retelling the story of how Tony Stark became Iron Man. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said about Iron Man 2. This entry felt pretty bland and lacked the action and the excitement that the first film have leaving me dissatisfied. I did think that there were some somewhat humorous parts, but overall I just felt that this film just focused too much on stupid plot points that were not at all necessary making this mess known as Iron Man 2. Robert Downy Jr. is a good Iron Man, but if you want him to be in an excellent film, go watch the first Iron Man, The Avengers or Iron Man 3 because those films rocked, this one...not so much.… Expand

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AaronWasserman2May 4, 2014

Oh boy they really dropped the ball here. clearly just another cash grab before the avengers. Very boring and all around stupid sequel Few good action set pieces, casting, and music. other then that a very underwhelming movie.

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SkyrimGuy935Jan 17, 2015

Being the sequel to the film that started it all for the MCU, I had high hopes for Iron Man 2. Unfortunately, the sequel was shockingly underwhelming and dull save for a few good action sequences. This was due to more than a few unnecessaryBeing the sequel to the film that started it all for the MCU, I had high hopes for Iron Man 2. Unfortunately, the sequel was shockingly underwhelming and dull save for a few good action sequences. This was due to more than a few unnecessary subplots, dialog that just didn't feel as witty or funny as the first, and the villain is completely underdeveloped. Downey is still great as Iron Man, although Mickey Rourke was severely miscast as the villain.

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WadeusAug 9, 2014

This movie is visually impressive, but the story is boring, some of the jokes fall flat, they got whiplash of all of Iron Mans villains, even though Black Widow and the movie's climax are the best parts of this Iron Man movie

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JohnKristoferDec 22, 2014

Most of us enjoyed watching the first film ,now most of you are excited to watch Iron Man 2 but after seeing it you're damn Unsatisfied and Disappointed.Iron Man 2 is not the sequel we wanted it to be,boring and Has weak Plot with a very weakMost of us enjoyed watching the first film ,now most of you are excited to watch Iron Man 2 but after seeing it you're damn Unsatisfied and Disappointed.Iron Man 2 is not the sequel we wanted it to be,boring and Has weak Plot with a very weak villain.despite Scarlet Johansson and Robert Downey Jr's Great performance the movie still falls flat..… Expand

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MovieManiac83Apr 22, 2015

he first Iron Man arrived at cinemas an oddball underdog — it was, lest we forget, a minor-property superhero movie from the director of Zathura, starring Zodiac’s third lead — and blasted out a gold-and-red-plated megahit. Now, two years on,he first Iron Man arrived at cinemas an oddball underdog — it was, lest we forget, a minor-property superhero movie from the director of Zathura, starring Zodiac’s third lead — and blasted out a gold-and-red-plated megahit. Now, two years on, things have changed. Robert Downey Jr. is, for the first time in his 40-year career, a giant star, while Ol’ Shellhead’s steely visage is famous from Peru to Timbuktu. And here comes the sequel, hotly awaited as one of the year’s biggest releases, the second instalment of a metallurgy-based action franchise that’s sure to roll on and on. The Wrath Of Can, if you will.

Like the sequels to Stars Trek and Wars, Iron Man 2 is a tale of revenge. But, unlike those films, this is one of the breeziest blockbusters you’re likely to see. There’s potential for darkness here: when we meet Tony, he’s hiding from everyone the fact he’s being gradually poisoned by his suit; villain Ivan Vanko (Mickey Rourke) is hellbent on avenging perceived injustices done to his father; and Jim Rhodes (Don Cheadle) is considering betraying his pal by teaming with rival arms dealer Justin Hammer (Sam Rockwell). But Jon Favreau, it seems, didn’t want to make his Part Two a downer. He’s out to have fun, not only in front of the camera (his chauffeur character, Happy Hogan, has been bumped up from cameo to supporting role, helping out Tony in two action scenes and getting pinned between Scarlett Johansson’s legs) but behind it too, focusing on gyrating cheerleaders and gleaming tech over inner turmoil.

Not that there’s anything wrong with fun, of course, especially in a film about a millionaire with a magic flying suit. It’s just a shame it rarely feels there’s much to threaten Tony Stark’s perfect world. In the movie’s stand-out sequence, Vanko launches an assault on his nemesis at the Monaco Grand Prix, twirling twin whips that fizz with megavoltage electricity. As he effortlessly slices up oncoming cars and advances, cackling, on a suitless and scared Stark, it actually feels like there’s something at stake, that our hero has met his Waterloo. It’s a feeling that’s sadly absent from the rest of the runtime.

Maybe it’s the fact that two of cinema’s most charismatic, weathered actors perform their most dramatic moments with faces cloaked by metal. The climax is a particular disappointment, a beefed-up re-run of the last film’s final reel, in which featureless metal men thump each other until one falls over.

Rourke and Rockwell make satisfying, complementary villains, while Downey Jr. delivers again. Shame this sequel feels inessential, over-busy and a little, well, mechanical. Nothing they can’t put right for Iron Man 3.… Expand

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UrbanlistenerApr 21, 2016

Definitely not the best Marvel film, this movie is convoluted, incoherent and messy. The good thing about it is of course RDJ's Iron man and also Don Cheadle's War machine. Except that, there is not much to the film, very generic, cliché andDefinitely not the best Marvel film, this movie is convoluted, incoherent and messy. The good thing about it is of course RDJ's Iron man and also Don Cheadle's War machine. Except that, there is not much to the film, very generic, cliché and tiresome. There's to much bad guys and sub plots to handle, so none of it is well written and developed enough. Its big CGI mess, with sparkle of good in it and a great performance by RDJ. A one-time watch… Expand

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waronassermanMay 2, 2015

Lackluster. this movie is boring as hell and is not a good sequel! what a total cash grab! this movie was a complete joke and continually dissappointed as it went along. Not good. aside from the score, the acting, and the very little actionLackluster. this movie is boring as hell and is not a good sequel! what a total cash grab! this movie was a complete joke and continually dissappointed as it went along. Not good. aside from the score, the acting, and the very little action still looked visually stunning… Expand

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RedeadhoodMar 29, 2016

This movie was a shell of the first one, lacking the heart which made Iron Man an outstanding entry to this franchise. The movie was plagued by weak villains, which have now become a trend in the MCU, and some forced comedy.

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gameguardian21Aug 8, 2016

Iron man 2 manages to keep the Iron man character still fun to watch, but it's storytelling is just flat. It's really just alot of talking thats not even interesting. Whiplash is a very weak villian, and apparently a stupid one to. When itIron man 2 manages to keep the Iron man character still fun to watch, but it's storytelling is just flat. It's really just alot of talking thats not even interesting. Whiplash is a very weak villian, and apparently a stupid one to. When it does come to action sequences, it's fun to watch, but it's so little that it just doesn't make the movie better though. Overall, I found it very disappointing.… Expand

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DyliebarMar 2, 2016

For a sequel to one of the greatest superhero movies ever made, I gotta say, I was quite disappointed! It's not a terrible film in any way, the action was fine and Robert Downey Jr is still awesome as Tony Stark! But the movie is justFor a sequel to one of the greatest superhero movies ever made, I gotta say, I was quite disappointed! It's not a terrible film in any way, the action was fine and Robert Downey Jr is still awesome as Tony Stark! But the movie is just trying to be so big that it it gets tiresome and nothing goes anywhere!… Expand

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superbatMay 23, 2020

Though RDJ is still great as Iron Man, this sequel lacks the charm of its predecessor. The film is action-packed, but the convoluted story is quite uninspiring. The villains are cliche and the final battle is anticlimatic. Overall, this movieThough RDJ is still great as Iron Man, this sequel lacks the charm of its predecessor. The film is action-packed, but the convoluted story is quite uninspiring. The villains are cliche and the final battle is anticlimatic. Overall, this movie was a letdown.… Expand

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SonicHD7Jun 1, 2017

With the world now aware that he is Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) faces pressure from all sides to share his technology with the military. He is reluctant to divulge the secrets of his armored suit, fearing theWith the world now aware that he is Iron Man, billionaire inventor Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) faces pressure from all sides to share his technology with the military. He is reluctant to divulge the secrets of his armored suit, fearing the information will fall into the wrong hands. With Pepper Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow) and "Rhodey" Rhodes (Don Cheadle) by his side, Tony must forge new alliances and confront a powerful new enemy.… Expand

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amheretojudgeApr 8, 2019

At this point, Downey is just having fun, and so do you as far he isn't serious, and when he does the clock unfortunately starts from zero only to tick backwards.

Iron Man 2 Favreau has the perfect comic timing. His revisit on this infamousAt this point, Downey is just having fun, and so do you as far he isn't serious, and when he does the clock unfortunately starts from zero only to tick backwards.

Iron Man 2

Favreau has the perfect comic timing. His revisit on this infamous character is surprisingly funny, passionately dark, yet funny. This underrated chapter of Downey in MCU is diplomatically cinematic and clearly way too mature for its audience. From pulling off a legal subpoena to creating a scenario without any written words (Downey annoyed at the spinning artifact at Paltrow's table), these things aren't encountered in a superhero flick and it is refreshing to see Jon Favreau, the director, extend his hand for the indie cards. But unfortunately, the day is sunny up till the last act arrives. With all the cards shown upfront, the climax is boiled down to a mind-numbing fist fight that has nothing but empty explosive punches in its hand.

The self-elected savior for the people and as Downey agrees once, "Narcissistic" persona, has an engaging and satisfying character development to offer and suffer through- which he still finds it correctly annoying. The new element discovering scene is equivalent to your usual training montage scene or a boy saved personally by his "sung" hero, these cheesy commercial scenes on the other hand often keeps undermining the standard of the film. Scarlett Johansson cloaking on first time, her tight leather suit has probably the dullest choreographed action scene in here, to be honest, at least Favreau packs a humorous punch.

Don Cheadle rebooting Downey's sidekick role is definitely an upgrade along with Gwyneth Paltrow who gets to say much more this time or at least she now can blatantly shut Tony up. Mickey Rourke as the baddie has his best moments with Sam Rockwell who is clearly a juicier antagonist than Rourke. And Robert Downey Jr. philosophizing his tin suit has another careful step taken, no matter how much unhealthy (Donuts) he eats. That very scene where a celebrity at its peak mollifies down to nothing is enough reason to take a peak at this aftermath titled Iron Man 2.… Expand

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MarvelJoeMar 7, 2018

It's great they finally put War Machine in the movie but that was just the only best of the movie, the rest are boring and meh to me.

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bertboy93Jun 28, 2020

A Disapointing sequel but it's still an ok film. Good action sequences , once again RDJ is great as tony stark, the story is a bit messy, at times it is boring, you still have the good introduction of the black widow characer and someA Disapointing sequel but it's still an ok film. Good action sequences , once again RDJ is great as tony stark, the story is a bit messy, at times it is boring, you still have the good introduction of the black widow characer and some developement for war machine ( good recast btw)
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criticssuckdickAug 3, 2018

This movie is basically a downgrade from the first iron man in almost every single way.
Best things about this movie is
Iron Man War Machine and his Suit Black Widow Justin Hammer Pepper Potts The Other Villain "Whiplash" was probably theThis movie is basically a downgrade from the first iron man in almost every single way.
Best things about this movie is
Iron Man
War Machine and his Suit
Black Widow
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Pepper Potts

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SkelemanMar 12, 2019

The suitcase armor was great but Iron Man 2 falls well short of the first film in every way.

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Ikereviews1Aug 18, 2019

The problem with this movie is too many plotlines. Half the plotlines never get resolved at all and get forgotten. Also the villian whiplash is forgettable as well not as forgettable as the guy in the dark world. Probably one of the mcusThe problem with this movie is too many plotlines. Half the plotlines never get resolved at all and get forgotten. Also the villian whiplash is forgettable as well not as forgettable as the guy in the dark world. Probably one of the mcus weakest movies. This movie is just a mess 3 and 1 are way better. The story also wasn't as great as 1 as well.… Expand

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TaisenZAug 2, 2019

Um filme com um tom bem genérico, com vilão que nada acrescenta à saga. Um tanto quanto decepcionante quando levando em consideração o primeiro.

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FilmGuyDudeOct 31, 2020

Sadly wasn't a grand execution of a sequel. The overloaded dialogue is both funny and overwhelming. Decent overall to say the least.

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Xc_atmannAug 25, 2021

This movie is a mixed bag and was very disappointing but it’s not a horrible movie and I would give it a D+

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stansMay 26, 2010

The villains were never scary, and some of the action redefined dumbness, even for a superhero movie. Pepper and Happy driving in the opposite direction on a racetrack? Tony Stark building a particle the accelerator out of found parts in his The villains were never scary, and some of the action redefined dumbness, even for a superhero movie. Pepper and Happy driving in the opposite direction on a racetrack? Tony Stark building a particle the accelerator out of found parts in his basement? Ivan (the villain) suddenly building a zillion drones and an even more powerful Iron Man costume? Plus, the fight sequences moved so fast that it drained any human drama from them.… Expand

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DougR.May 21, 2010

A lot is different.: Pros: the action at scenes is good Downey Jr. played well Scarrrrrrrrrrrrrrrlet!!! Cons: Not enough Iron Man Stupid villain idea Why change Omega Red's name to Ivan? Get original!

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ChristiB.May 18, 2010

The 1st one was good (rate it 8). This one not so much. Unbelievable action scenes, not much of a story. Hoping the Avengers movie will be better. Couldn't wait for this one to be over.

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RayeS.Jun 11, 2010

I really wanted this movie to be good. Great cast, loved the first one, but this one is off its mark. I wanted to see more development of the characters relationships not a bunch of words thrown at each other. Felt let down. Makes me sad so I really wanted this movie to be good. Great cast, loved the first one, but this one is off its mark. I wanted to see more development of the characters relationships not a bunch of words thrown at each other. Felt let down. Makes me sad so much promise so little delivered.… Expand

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HarbingerAug 14, 2010

Sure, it isn't The Dark Knight, but its the near-perfect blend of action, drama and humor that makes Iron Man 2, one of the best comic-book films of all-time, and undoubtedly, one of this year's best films as well. A 10/10.

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ryancarroll88Aug 27, 2010

It's easy to write off "Iron Man 2" as easy enjoyment, but let's look at what we have here: Mickey Rourke plays the blandest Russian villain imaginable; Robert Downey Jr. pulls off the role of Tony Stark as well as last time, but theIt's easy to write off "Iron Man 2" as easy enjoyment, but let's look at what we have here: Mickey Rourke plays the blandest Russian villain imaginable; Robert Downey Jr. pulls off the role of Tony Stark as well as last time, but the bickering between him and Gwyneth Paltrow as Pepper gets worn thin pretty quickly; Scarlett Johansson shows up supposedly to introduce romantic strain between Stark and Pepper, but it soon becomes apparent that she is more there for the audience to ogle at (which I did). Saddest of all, the most interesting part of the movie was the Avengers subplot, which in the end really has no influence in the realm of the movie. And the discovery of Thor's Hammer at the end of the closing credits reveals all - "Iron Man 2" really isn't much more than a mediary between the (deserved) hype of the first "Iron Man" and the hype of the upcoming "Thor" movie. And this is why no one likes a critic. But seriously, Scarlett Johansson is hot.… Expand

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RyanGeeSep 28, 2010

I have to admit that I thoroughly enjoyed the predecessor of this Iron Man franchise. Well it was not exactly cerebral as The Dark Knight (its Summer opponent of 2008), it was fast-paced and indeed had enough action to fill its run time. II have to admit that I thoroughly enjoyed the predecessor of this Iron Man franchise. Well it was not exactly cerebral as The Dark Knight (its Summer opponent of 2008), it was fast-paced and indeed had enough action to fill its run time. I wish I could say the same about the sequel, Iron Man 2. What was a franchise known for its action, is now a dull plot-developing movie. The majority of the movie focused on the foolishness of Robert Downey's character. Although well-acted, I wish there was more "Iron Man" than of Tony Stark. The final scene of the movie does go back to it comic-book roots with the duo of War Machine & Iron Man, but it feels empty because there was not much to support it. It is an acceptable and somewhat enjoyable blockbuster, but I could not get over the mindless drama and lack of action.… Expand

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scrieciuNov 14, 2010

Very disappointing movie. The first Iron Man movie (2008) was a thousand times way better then this one. It was a long boring pathetic two hours strait. At the end, we were all expecting the big fight between Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.)Very disappointing movie. The first Iron Man movie (2008) was a thousand times way better then this one. It was a long boring pathetic two hours strait. At the end, we were all expecting the big fight between Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) and Ivan Vanko (Mickey Rourke), but it lasted like 45 seconds. It's a little bit stupid because, Ivan was preparing for that fight through almost the whole movie. All a long the film, was a bunch of dialogue with a few action scene.This movie was a big waste of my time. While watching, I couldn't wait until it was over.… Expand

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darthvladiJan 28, 2011

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The whole movie was crap. The movie never had its "climax". All was pre-pre-pre-pre-pre- final scene. All the movie i was thinking "so...whats next... i already saw this at iron-man 1...boring....joke not funny..."

The scene protagonized by Scarlett Johansson sucks... In general i think the writers said :
- "how we can make a better movie"
- "Iron-man 1 was great"
- "oh, i know! what if... if 1 iron-man is great, then we should put 30 iron-men in scene"
- "yeah!! spectacular"
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HyperboleJan 17, 2012

I liked the first Iron Man. It was an origin story but didn't get overly bogged down in that. I also agreed with a lot of others in that Robert Downey Jr made an excellent Tony Stark, but upon seeing this movie I disagree and believe I wasI liked the first Iron Man. It was an origin story but didn't get overly bogged down in that. I also agreed with a lot of others in that Robert Downey Jr made an excellent Tony Stark, but upon seeing this movie I disagree and believe I was maybe wrong in the first place. I'm a comic book geek and I grew up with Tony Stark as a character. He is someone who wants control in order to do the right thing or what he thinks is the right thing, he is a good man at heart but he is misguided, stubborn and egoistical. What's the problem you ask, is that what Downey is playing? Yes, but a shallow version of that, mixed with playing Robert Downey Jr. He's half acting now at best and it's less Tony Stark is Iron Man and now more Robert Downey Jr is Iron Man. We are told who he is but not really shown any depth other than the motivation of being a former arms dealer and the guilt of that. The racetrack scene is exciting though and well filmed as is the final fight, but the rest of the film is pretty dull. The villain Whip Lash just turning into another Iron Monger when he gets the suit bothered me too. Scarlett Johansson is totally miscast. Although I did like the casting of Sam Rockwell as Justin Hammer.… Expand

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skyminsterSep 18, 2013

Iron Man 2 isn't as good as it's predessessor but is still a good film. This film is all suspence and build-up, and at points is a bit boring. But the times when there is action, the film is at it's very best with brilliant special effects,Iron Man 2 isn't as good as it's predessessor but is still a good film. This film is all suspence and build-up, and at points is a bit boring. But the times when there is action, the film is at it's very best with brilliant special effects, camera-work and exciting sequences, but these moments are short and do not appear in the film enough. The film is disjointed and often trails from it's story, and at points when watching it, I felt that these moments were fairly boring and pointless. The actors did exceptionally well and their characters developed reasonably well. I felt the comedy aspects of this film were overly used and at some points ruined the feel.

Iron Man 2 is disjointed, is overly long and over-uses the comedy aspects, yet when the action appears and the camera-work is it's very best, the film is brilliant. But, overall, the film isn't as good as it should've been; so I give this film a... 72/100!… Expand

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csw12Mar 30, 2012

Okay Iron Man 2 is better than the first because the new actors but yet again there isn't much action and when there it is it sucks. More stupidy throughout the film. But hey its an improvement from the first.

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cameronmorewoodNov 7, 2012

This sequel has everything it's predecessor did, but the dialogue doesn't flow and the action isn't exciting. Sequels of this genre need to bring new ideas and visual brilliance to the screen. Iron Man II had neither.

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joao1198pedroOct 17, 2013

this film exaggerated a little in jokes and it ended up spoiling a bit on the seriousness of the film, it would be good since it was a continuation of a good movie.

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RayzorMooseNov 17, 2013

Iron Man 2 is a junkyard.
The movie takes off where its prequel left off, an explosive beginning with intriguing storyline behind a possibly great villain. Then after nearly no storyline or explanation for most of the following events, theIron Man 2 is a junkyard.
The movie takes off where its prequel left off, an explosive beginning with intriguing storyline behind a possibly great villain. Then after nearly no storyline or explanation for most of the following events, the movie finally finishes with a drawn out fight scene. The entertainment is barely there, and the elements that were the keys to success for the original aren't apparent.… Expand

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thomasljoguesNov 13, 2014

Whereas Iron Man featured much character development in his first movie, his personality is on reset for...MONEY!!!!$$$$$. This movie does its best to be the original Iron Man, but fails in the fact that its sole purpose is a cashgrab and aWhereas Iron Man featured much character development in his first movie, his personality is on reset for...MONEY!!!!$$$$$. This movie does its best to be the original Iron Man, but fails in the fact that its sole purpose is a cashgrab and a year-filler until the Avengers came out. I would still enjoy it if didn't follow overused plot devices and had less than 13 minutes of action (when it claims to be an action movie!).… Expand

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AaronWasserman1Mar 27, 2016

A very underwhelming sequel, that lacks the excitement of the first. This movie is very boring and has so much going on it is hard to get invested in any of it.

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HTGamerApr 24, 2018

Iron Man 2 is one of the biggest missteps of the MCU. A movie that was made quickly on the back of Iron Man's success, to fill in the gaps in the Phase 1 schedule leading to the release of The Avengers. A pointless film with a 2nd rateIron Man 2 is one of the biggest missteps of the MCU. A movie that was made quickly on the back of Iron Man's success, to fill in the gaps in the Phase 1 schedule leading to the release of The Avengers. A pointless film with a 2nd rate villain. The only worthy additions are War Machine and Black Widow, but you don't need to make a whole movie just in order to introduce these characters.… Expand

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Aaron_WassermanJun 1, 2016

A very underwhelming sequel, that lacks the excitement of the first. This movie is very boring and has so much going on it is hard to get invested in any of it.

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amai2739Jan 26, 2017

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Iron Man 2, follow-up to the first one is a stepdown for director Jon Favearu. Honestly, I find this movie quite entertaining with eye-popping action scene, like say, the part where Robert Downey Jr.’s Tony Stark faces Mickey Rourke’s Ivan Vanko for the first time, and he needed to be equip, so he dons his armor that was made man-portable in the form of a suitcase. Overall, I also find it that there was no character development or maturing & flawed at times. Iron Man 2 was just a popcorn flick.… Expand

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alexandreaDec 1, 2021

I mean, this movie has the potencial to be the best one in MCU but it seems like they just don´t risk enough, they flirt with the idea of the being an alcholic but they don´t go deep enough, this villain is one of the biggest dissapointmentsI mean, this movie has the potencial to be the best one in MCU but it seems like they just don´t risk enough, they flirt with the idea of the being an alcholic but they don´t go deep enough, this villain is one of the biggest dissapointments of the movie not because he is bad, but because he is great and they just forget him and leave him on the side. I know there´s a different movie that was shoot but wasn´t released and i would love to see that version that rourke talked about.… Expand

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filmbuff96Mar 14, 2018

Possibly one of the worst movies I have seen. There is basically no plot, and was just a fill-buster in the MCU to help create The Avengers. Could have been executed better. The fact that it was used to help create a Marvel Universe makesPossibly one of the worst movies I have seen. There is basically no plot, and was just a fill-buster in the MCU to help create The Avengers. Could have been executed better. The fact that it was used to help create a Marvel Universe makes this movie a little exciting.… Expand

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4zaApr 12, 2018

This is one of the weakest entries in the MCU unfortunately. I feel like it hasn't aged well either, being overshadowed by a lot of the other movies. Robert Downey Jr. is as expected, tremendous in his role, but the plot lets this movie down.This is one of the weakest entries in the MCU unfortunately. I feel like it hasn't aged well either, being overshadowed by a lot of the other movies. Robert Downey Jr. is as expected, tremendous in his role, but the plot lets this movie down. I think this is a passable movie but nothing special about it.… Expand

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LivingTribunalApr 22, 2018

I always hesitate when I think about worst MCU movie not including Inhumans. I loved this movie's credit scene, but that's all. It's not a messy movie, but it's average movie that you can see every day.

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ARGzelderApr 13, 2019

En esta segunda entrega del vengador de hierro el carisma y la presencia de Robert Downey Jr. hacen que valga la pena involucrarse con la película pero lamentablemente ésta se desvía mucho de su eje en intentar en eregir el camino ha losEn esta segunda entrega del vengador de hierro el carisma y la presencia de Robert Downey Jr. hacen que valga la pena involucrarse con la película pero lamentablemente ésta se desvía mucho de su eje en intentar en eregir el camino ha los Avengers.
La película retoma el final de la anterior, Tony revalando ser Iron Man, y ahora él debe volver a lograr que su nueva invención no caiga en las manos de quienes quieren volverla un arma, ésta vez el ejercito de los Estados Unidos, y una firma rival que quiere replicarla.
Si la trama suena similar es porque no difiere mucho del primer Iron Man, aunque por suerte se mantienen los grandes efectos visuales y escenas de acción que destacaron a la original.
El gran pormenor vuelve a ser el villano, llamese Whiplash o Ivan Vanko la idea es la misma a la de Stane, un nemesis en un traje de Iron Man más grande. "Iron Man 2" es una secuela que apenas innova, se pueden destacar las escenas de acción pero no es esencial del Universo Cinematográfico de Marvel. Sólo recomendable para muy fans.… Expand

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IrisKJan 26, 2019

I really don’t like the villains. Any Hammer scene just drones on, and Anton is interesting, but under developed and half baked. I want my bird. Action is solid, and the making of a new element scene is fun. Also, Clark Gregg has the bestI really don’t like the villains. Any Hammer scene just drones on, and Anton is interesting, but under developed and half baked. I want my bird. Action is solid, and the making of a new element scene is fun. Also, Clark Gregg has the best line in the whole movie.… Expand

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Noah4LifeApr 13, 2021

Far from the worst action movie ever, but this one of my least favorites. This movie has a lot going on, with tons of subplots and villains, and different ideas, but unfortunately it fails at balancing all of these and it creates a mess of aFar from the worst action movie ever, but this one of my least favorites. This movie has a lot going on, with tons of subplots and villains, and different ideas, but unfortunately it fails at balancing all of these and it creates a mess of a movie. The plot is very complex but super predictable at the same time. The tension between Tony and Whiplash is almost non-existent. We understand whiplashes motivation him, but his solution for this just doesn't make sense. In this movie by pure accident, he destroys a race car with tony in it, and then after losing to Iron Man badly goes to jail and then doesn't do anything until the end of the movie. I feel like more tension is necessary to fix this movie. So much of this movie is just people talking about the plot, and due to that action scenes are pretty rare despite the fact that the movie has multiple antagonists. I don't personally like this movie it ain't the worst superhero movie out there, but it's one of the weakest in the MCU. 4.25/10… Expand

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I9gzMar 28, 2021

The villains range from terrible to fine, and the other side characters are given very little. The story is a complete mess with too many unconnected storylines happening at once, and too little action to keep the viewer engaged. There areThe villains range from terrible to fine, and the other side characters are given very little. The story is a complete mess with too many unconnected storylines happening at once, and too little action to keep the viewer engaged. There are only a couple genuinely good scenes, and there is a good character arc somewhere within its jumbled plot, but it's nowhere near enough to pull this movie out of its deep and dirty waters.… Expand

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cdougallJul 18, 2021

Other than giving a somewhat decent introduction to Scarlett Johansson’s Natasha Romanoff so as to set up the Avengers films and giving Sam Jackson some funny moments as Nick Fury, Iron Man 2 is a major letdown from its predecessor and fallsOther than giving a somewhat decent introduction to Scarlett Johansson’s Natasha Romanoff so as to set up the Avengers films and giving Sam Jackson some funny moments as Nick Fury, Iron Man 2 is a major letdown from its predecessor and falls into the “sequel does worse” trap. The film loses much of the finesse that the first one had, and manages to squander Sam Rockwell and Mickey Rourke. Whiplash shouldn’t have been this movie’s villain; it would’ve been more entertaining to watch Tony spend two hours fighting the government for control over his tech, and the writers would probably still have found some way to get Natasha into the story. At least that way it would’ve made more sense as a sequel to Iron Man. The big actors, both new and familiar faces, do their best in their roles, and some of the fights are entertaining to watch, but all of that isn’t enough to keep this sequel afloat. Overall Iron Man 2 tries to add to and build on the MCU but succeeds more in taking away from it.… Expand

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ChanekeCholoDec 13, 2021

Iron Man 2 is the lazier film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It feels like a school project done at 3 am, which it will present it in the morning to pass with the lower grade. The first half is unimportant and then, the second half getsIron Man 2 is the lazier film of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. It feels like a school project done at 3 am, which it will present it in the morning to pass with the lower grade. The first half is unimportant and then, the second half gets ridiculous and quiet convenient to end the film. But, in contradistinction to Captain Marvel, this film is entertaining, the visual effects are good and its appreciate the adding of Black Widow, War Machine and Nick Fury to this universe.… Expand

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AustinTMay 22, 2010

I found this film to be highly disappointing. When I saw the first Iron Man, I was blown away by it. It was an epic, action packed adventure. Which included an excellent, easy to follow script and a great, entertaining story. One of the best I found this film to be highly disappointing. When I saw the first Iron Man, I was blown away by it. It was an epic, action packed adventure. Which included an excellent, easy to follow script and a great, entertaining story. One of the best super hero movies I had ever seen. This movie however couldn… Expand

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BillMay 30, 2010

Felt promising for the first 15 minutes or so, then it just didn't go anywhere. There was absolutely no suspense, no payoffs, no real emotion, not even any good laughs. To top it all off the film had some of the most boring action Felt promising for the first 15 minutes or so, then it just didn't go anywhere. There was absolutely no suspense, no payoffs, no real emotion, not even any good laughs. To top it all off the film had some of the most boring action sequences I've seen in a recent superhero movie, and surprisingly few at that. It was as if the entire thing was just filler.… Expand

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SteveMay 17, 2010

This movie was stupid. I dare anyone out there, including the script writers, to tell me what the point of the movie was. There are some dorky references to other super heroes, some things that seem like inside jokes to the geeks that think This movie was stupid. I dare anyone out there, including the script writers, to tell me what the point of the movie was. There are some dorky references to other super heroes, some things that seem like inside jokes to the geeks that think their comics are "good source material." The hero doesn't risk anything, nothing is lost, he's never really threatened by the villains, every problem was resolved easily and required no cleverness. SPOILER: Building a particle accelerator in your basement and creating a new element to fix his heart device is stupid - it's not even a level that Star Trek writers would sink to. Sam Jackson's side plot was distracting and pointless. The jokes were L-A-M-E...like tongue-in-cheek 1960's Batman lame. The only thing I can say good about Iron Man 2 is that Downy Jr. and Rourke are good at what they do. But I have a feeling if they weren't recovering drug addicts, we wouldn't be rooting for a 45 year old alcoholic corporate superhero fighting a 58 year old vodka-drinking villain.… Expand

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JmieCMay 26, 2010

The movie was almost totally devoid of true excitement and tension. The closest it came to a a thrilling scene was the Monaco face off with Whiplash but that was over very quickly and what follows is largely a CGI-fest that was silly and The movie was almost totally devoid of true excitement and tension. The closest it came to a a thrilling scene was the Monaco face off with Whiplash but that was over very quickly and what follows is largely a CGI-fest that was silly and boring. Very disappointing sequel.… Expand

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santosxFeb 29, 2012

Its a 2 hour movie with what feels like 15 minutes action. Endless babbling plus a bad story. Waste of time except for kids. Great animations though. Its probably a good movie for the youngest.

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zombiehampsterNov 15, 2010

I was pretty bored to tears while watching this movie. It's a real shame since the first one had some nice moments to it, the film just stays within the constraints of those people who would be satisfied with classifying everyI was pretty bored to tears while watching this movie. It's a real shame since the first one had some nice moments to it, the film just stays within the constraints of those people who would be satisfied with classifying every no-brain-required movie as "hey, it's just entertainment". Once again it could have more than the sum of its highly expensive parts and give us something other than by-the-book action sequence after sequence. Stark is pretty much the same except that now he has a bit of angst, but don't worry that's quickly solved by some BS that the writers threw in to wrap things up quite nicely. Nothing has importance or impact, and I was just waiting for the happy ending that inevitably followed. The only glimmer of light in the whole movie was Mickey Rourkes and Sam Rockwells performance. Let's end these superhero movies while we still have some diginity...or take a freakin leap of faith and someone start writing better ones instead.… Expand

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BarneyOnMTJan 5, 2016

WHAT I LIKE: After the success of their first Iron Man, Marvel rushed to make a sequel - and it shows. What's good? The action scenes are okay (especially the Monaco scene), as is the overall plot, and the same cast appear on point andWHAT I LIKE: After the success of their first Iron Man, Marvel rushed to make a sequel - and it shows. What's good? The action scenes are okay (especially the Monaco scene), as is the overall plot, and the same cast appear on point and excellent again.
WHAT I DON'T LIKE: This is a genuinely poor film on so many levels. The first act is forgettable and only really serves to logistically set up seeds for the rest of the movie. The second? You get to see Iron Man protrayed in an oddly comical and horribble way, it actually makes you angry... Act 3? A long, dull action scene unfolds with a distinct lack of humour where it's needed, plus a distinct lack of Terrence Howard. Really Marvel, you should have taken the time to get this one right.
VERDICT: A completely soleless and dull sequel to the fantastic 'Iron Man,' the second film does little to impress. Shame - the trailers looked rather promising.… Expand

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ph4se5HIFTMay 19, 2018

If you don't already like the character of Iron Man then there is little value in spending your time on this installment.

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JulienK06Dec 11, 2022

Robert Downey Jr is great in the Movie, Black Widows Actor also is and they carry the movie, everything else is meh

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chachiOct 6, 2010

a big disappointment yet again all the summer blockbusters are overhyped rubbish as usual the sequel is not nearly as good as the first.All of us wait in anticipation and for what?

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Robbie111222Mar 5, 2011

When ironman 2 started I thought wow impressive, the effects were quite impressive, but then the story ends up spoiled, like a pair of spiked pants. The whole it becomes alot disorientational and uninspiring, I mean what the hell is going
OnWhen ironman 2 started I thought wow impressive, the effects were quite impressive, but then the story ends up spoiled, like a pair of spiked pants. The whole it becomes alot disorientational and uninspiring, I mean what the hell is going
On here.
Stark himself is a **** guy, suit gets robbed, drones, the wrestler with whips lmao seriously get a grip.… Expand

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DarthCriticNov 30, 2010

This movie is a dud. It's just as bad as "Transformers: Revenge of the Fallen." Mickey Rourke as a Russian scientist? Give me a break, or at least my money back.

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CharlesthrowerMar 10, 2017

Iron Man 2 sucks. It is quite annoying to see Tony Stark drunk dancing around in the Iron Man suit that completely takes away from the vibe of Iron Man being a superhero. Also seeing Lieutenant Rhodes flying around in the Iron Man suit reallyIron Man 2 sucks. It is quite annoying to see Tony Stark drunk dancing around in the Iron Man suit that completely takes away from the vibe of Iron Man being a superhero. Also seeing Lieutenant Rhodes flying around in the Iron Man suit really sucks. They should have let Tony Stark be the only person in the movie wearing the Iron Man suit. Seeing other people in it really sucks.… Expand

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ShiningLionMar 25, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This film was kind of a rehash of the first one with a few differences peppered in there. It featured yet another plot where a prisoner had to build weapons under heavy surveillance and was allowed to build something entirely different than what they asked him to build, which leads to Iron Man suits being built and chaos to ensue. Yawn. There are many suspensions of disbelief. How could Rhodey survive being inside a suit that was controlled by an external operator? Imagine your limbs and neck being jerked around in every which way without knowing which way they are going to go. Unless his superpower is being as limp as a rag doll, that would probably end with him looking like a car crash victim. This film didn't really bring any character development to the characters. They had to give Tony yet another dumb health-ailment related to his little heart reactor because I guess one wasn't enough. Pepper has the same frustrated relationship with Tony and then quits again at the end. And they finally stop being awkward and kiss, which doesn't even feel that exciting because their relationship is arguably not at all romantic and unrelatable. This movie is what Back to the Future 2 is to Back to the Future 1. Same script, different setting, a few tweaks to make it feel like something new. Marvel clearly did not feel like straying far from the formula with this film. Unless you're easy to entertain or a hardcore Marvel fanboy this film doesn't have much to offer. The race track action scene was the highlight of the film for this non-MCU fan. The other action scenes felt unnecessary (the party one) or unoriginal (the chaotic ending where despite all the chaos no civilian is ever harmed). Meh. When Iron Man needs a new element that doesn't even exist to power his suit, he just orders some crap in the mail and can magically create it in a few minutes based on some encrypted plans left by his father with no explanation of how his father discovered a new element. He even says "that was easy" in the movie after creating it, as if joking about it makes up for the lazy writing. This film was the worst of the MCU to me so far (watching in release order for the first time in preparation for Endgame). Here's hoping it's upward from here.… Expand

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nahtan1244Feb 24, 2016

I didn't like this movie. Sorry guys. It just din't work for me. Robert downey junior was trying so hard to save this movie from the catastrophe it was but he just couldn't The war machine was cool but after a very good first movie this oneI didn't like this movie. Sorry guys. It just din't work for me. Robert downey junior was trying so hard to save this movie from the catastrophe it was but he just couldn't The war machine was cool but after a very good first movie this one is laughably bad. The villain is a joke and the story this movie was given didn't do much for me. The scrip and most of the acting is way off from the first This movie just was not very good. The fight scene with war machine was good but that and Robert downy juniors performance cannot save this movie. I think this movie will go down as one of the most hated iron man sequls… Expand

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DrBlahBlahDec 26, 2020

One of the worst Marvel films - perhaps the worst - this tedious, self-indulgent slog of a sequel is cynical Hollywood trash at its worst.

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SnyderhouseRuleMay 13, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Gweneth Paltrow and Elon Musk on screen at the same time made me want to stab both my eyes out with dirty chopsticks. Elon Musk has scammed an entire generation into thinking he is a real-life inventor and hero like Tony Stark. Elon Musk is actually more like Justin Hammer, a con-man who only loves money.… Expand

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CrossoverMovie2Nov 16, 2022

Well, this was a disaster...

This could've had potential to be a good film but drastically failed...

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bubbaOct 8, 2010

terrible, just awful. the clever discovery and good action and characters and humor and everything else from the great first movie is replaced by pure stupidity and disappointment.

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coloradosnowmanMar 28, 2016

Proof that while Downey deserves due credit for being the only actor who could take on the role of Tony Stark, Iron Man 2, much like Iron Man 3, shows that the franchise doesn't work well with Tony as a stand alone character, and there's onlyProof that while Downey deserves due credit for being the only actor who could take on the role of Tony Stark, Iron Man 2, much like Iron Man 3, shows that the franchise doesn't work well with Tony as a stand alone character, and there's only so many gimmicks a movie can throw at the audience before if gets tiring.… Expand

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MovieLover123Jul 17, 2016

Incoherent plot, incredibly childish characters, and another generic villain that is bad simply because the plot needs one. And these "critics" say the plot in BvS are incoherent. What is coherent about this story? Seriously, can someoneIncoherent plot, incredibly childish characters, and another generic villain that is bad simply because the plot needs one. And these "critics" say the plot in BvS are incoherent. What is coherent about this story? Seriously, can someone explain the plot of this movie to me. The MCU: we create mediocre movies with a comedic edge and "critics" simply love it.… Expand

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NaanFreezerFeb 23, 2017

With the huge success of the first movie, you would've thought that this one could live up to that acclaim. WRONG. If Marvel is going to be a bunch of biased elitists and give the same character TWO solo movies before the first Avengers filmWith the huge success of the first movie, you would've thought that this one could live up to that acclaim. WRONG. If Marvel is going to be a bunch of biased elitists and give the same character TWO solo movies before the first Avengers film (which NO OTHER character in the MCU got), then they could at least try to make it enjoyable. Alas, IM 2 was a boring, inconsistent, cliche, bland film that I literally almost fell asleep in the middle of. If you are planning on doing an MCU marathon and watching all of its movies, make sure to skip this one for your own good and happiness. Thumbs down Marvel.… Expand

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TEMP0Oct 7, 2020

Iron Man 1 kicked off the infinity saga in best possible way so the hype of the 2nd movie of the franchise was obviously very much, but this movie failed terribly, one of the most hated thing was like the 1st movie the villain in this movieIron Man 1 kicked off the infinity saga in best possible way so the hype of the 2nd movie of the franchise was obviously very much, but this movie failed terribly, one of the most hated thing was like the 1st movie the villain in this movie was borne out of his father. And this movie didn't move in right flow doesn't provide any humour and quite boring. This movie most importantly didn't contribute in Tony Stark's character development.… Expand

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Mrman69Jul 27, 2020

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Better than Hulk at least, but still awful. I can’t stand this film it’s so boring.

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moviefanOct 4, 2010

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. What a let down, I thought the first movie was pretty good (except for the fact that Iron man gets his %$# kicked by the bad guy and then defeats him without the need of his iron man powers!). The action scenes were boiler plate stuff, nothing special, the final battle was short and lame, and Downy's character was just plain annoying throughout the movie, and yes, once again Iron Man could not beat the bad guy with his Iron Man suit, he needs help this time around. Glad I waited to rent it!… Expand

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egovirusOct 25, 2010

Paycheck movie extraordinaire.
Just awful. RDjr's and Don Cheadle's talents are utterly wasted on this exercise in big budget Hollywood garbage. Gwynth Paltrow has no talent, so she's well within her element here. The writing is soPaycheck movie extraordinaire.
Just awful. RDjr's and Don Cheadle's talents are utterly wasted on this exercise in big budget Hollywood garbage. Gwynth Paltrow has no talent, so she's well within her element here. The writing is so uninspired, and the BIG part Jon Favreau plays is frankly lame, and not a little self serving. Where were the editors on this movie too, because it has massive balance problems, and endless filler scenes? This was no doubt a bridging movie to get us into the much vaunted trilogy territory. If there is an I.M.3, and it seems impossible there won't be, you can count me out.… Expand

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OrientCypress3Jan 14, 2018

Downey did an awful job. The CGI was horrid. And the plot was as half thought out as most tweets.

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Dostoyevsky3May 11, 2020

Iron Man 2 ditches the depth, power, fun, and excitement that made its predecessor such a great classic and nostalgic superhero film to offer an overcrowded and dull affair that could only be enjoyed by a mindless male who likes seeing theIron Man 2 ditches the depth, power, fun, and excitement that made its predecessor such a great classic and nostalgic superhero film to offer an overcrowded and dull affair that could only be enjoyed by a mindless male who likes seeing the prideful and arrogant titular dirt-bag mistreat women.… Expand

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