Iron Man

Last Wednesday, my wife and I had my dad watch the girls while we went out to the movies, some light shopping and supper. It was a wonderful time. As is probably typical of a couple with small children, we don't get out often. So this was (again) wonderful.

We went to see Iron Man. I have nothing bad to say about the movie and plenty of good things.

First, they did a good job of modernizing the movie without rewriting the basics of the character. In fact, the story became more believable because of the modernization.

Second, Robert Downey Jr. is the perfect actor to portray Tony Stark. He is very intelligent but troubled. He definitely lived the "playboy" lifestyle. It is like Woody Allen playing a crazy person, OJ Simpson playing a murderer or Rev. Wright playing a racist.

Third, the supporting cast was spectacular. They played their roles well and it seemed natural.

Finally, the evolution of the story and character were superb. It was believable. You could really see this happening today.

I would highly recommend this film.

Aloha.