(movie) Iron Man Revealed!

WVUFAN · 04-12-2007, 07:14 PM

The first official picture of the "Version 1" Iron Man suit in the upcoming movies with Robert Downey Jr, Terrence Howard and Gweneth Paltrow:

Groundhog · 04-12-2007, 07:30 PM

That screenshot looks good. Story wise, out of all the superhero movies, Iron Man has the potential to be the coolest. This is the first I've heard of it though. What time is it being set in? I hope it's set in the past, but I doubt it will be.

Also, the fact that the director is Jon Favreau, whos biggest film to date is 'Elf', is an alarm bell, but I'm going to give the film the benefit of the doubt.

KWhit · 04-12-2007, 07:37 PM

Jon Favreau did Swingers, man.

That makes him tops in my book.

Vinatieri for Prez · 04-12-2007, 10:27 PM

He's done nothing but shit since then.

KWhit · 04-12-2007, 10:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Vinatieri for Prez

He's done nothing but shit since then.

Doesn't matter.

Swingers gets him a life-long pass.

WVUFAN · 04-12-2007, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Groundhog

This is the first I've heard of it though. What time is it being set in? I hope it's set in the past, but I doubt it will be.

Set in modern times. In the original comic series, he was injured while in Vietnam, and built the suit to save his own life (the suit kept his heart going). I know the movie's origin is in Afganistan, not Vietnam, but I dunno if they're using the whole "life-saving suit" gimmick.

The original suit was very clunky looking and built on spare parts. Here's a shot of the original suit when done in the 1960's:

Crim · 04-13-2007, 12:58 AM

Bob Downey II = shit.

Groundhog · 04-13-2007, 01:03 AM

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Originally Posted by WVUFAN

Set in modern times. In the original comic series, he was injured while in Vietnam, and built the suit to save his own life (the suit kept his heart going). I know the movie's origin is in Afganistan, not Vietnam, but I dunno if they're using the whole "life-saving suit" gimmick.

The original suit was very clunky looking and built on spare parts. Here's a shot of the original suit when done in the 1960's:

Aye, I've got that very comic (not an original mind you, a re-print), and I'm impressed with the relative closeness of the movie one you posted to the original suit. I was hoping they'd keep it in the same time period as the original Vietnam, but eh, sure make it Afghanistan. I'd consider it likely that it's a life saving suit if Afghanistan is involved.

Shkspr · 04-13-2007, 01:19 AM

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Originally Posted by Crim

Bob Downey II = shit.

Oh, it's not like Iron Man is bleeding Ibsen. If you want to make a comic book movie about a bachelor playboy who's also a world-class substance abuser, you pick Robert Downey Jr. for the part and tell him to pretend it's 1998.

Crim · 04-13-2007, 01:50 AM

stevew · 04-13-2007, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by Vinatieri for Prez

He's done nothing but shit since then.

Elf and Made were at least a few notches above shit.

Icy · 04-13-2007, 07:46 AM

Ironman was my favourite super hero when i was a kid, i won't miss this one.

Butter · 04-13-2007, 07:53 AM

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Originally Posted by stevew

Elf and Made were at least a few notches above shit.

Made was not very good. Sorry to say.

Vinatieri for Prez · 04-13-2007, 10:54 AM

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Originally Posted by stevew

Elf and Made were at least a few notches above shit.

Ok, drool or vomit then?

MikeVic · 04-13-2007, 11:09 AM

Taking bets for using the song "Iron Man" when he first shows up with the intention of fighting crime in the suit.

Leonidas · 04-13-2007, 12:06 PM

Some people in the Air Force are pissed because Terrence Howard is being allowed to wear our new uniform in the movie before it's even being issued to the regular Air Force. The Air Force came out with a point paper the other day on the new uniform and this was one of the specific points. They excused it by pointing out the studio had to do their own tailoring of the uniform for the actors. Well OK, that makes it OK to show uniforms in movies before folks in the service can actually buy them.

WVUFAN · 05-03-2007, 01:41 AM

The main suit (Mark III) from the upcoming movie. Pretty spiffy.

Neon_Chaos · 05-03-2007, 01:46 AM

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Originally Posted by WVUFAN

The main suit (Mark III) from the upcoming movie. Pretty spiffy.

Sick suit.

FrogMan · 05-03-2007, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by WVUFAN

The main suit (Mark III) from the upcoming movie. Pretty spiffy.

oooh, nice!

FM

lighthousekeeper · 05-03-2007, 08:53 AM

*disappointed this thread isn't about a screen-adaptation-musical of Black Sabbath songs*

A-Husker-4-Life · 05-03-2007, 09:41 AM

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Originally Posted by lighthousekeeper

*disappointed this thread isn't about a screen-adaptation-musical of Black Sabbath songs*

I hear ya bro, Sabbath is the best ever...

stevew · 09-27-2007, 10:18 PM

This is a kickass trailer. I had virtually no interest in this project before now, but now i do.

MikeVic · 09-27-2007, 10:28 PM

That is a kickass trailer!! I like Downey Jr's delivery on those lines. And you couldn't pick better music.

Raiders Army · 09-28-2007, 07:47 AM

sweet

spleen1015 · 09-28-2007, 07:52 AM

That looks fun.

Neon_Chaos · 09-28-2007, 08:52 AM

I just soiled myself.

MikeVic · 09-28-2007, 09:00 AM

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Originally Posted by MikeVic

Taking bets for using the song "Iron Man" when he first shows up with the intention of fighting crime in the suit.

Hahaha. I don't even remember posting this.

FrogMan · 09-28-2007, 09:10 AM

My wife was in bed when I checked it out last night and she just had to come up when the song started. That was indeed a kick ass trailer. Can't wait to show it to my sons tonight.

FM

Crim · 09-28-2007, 10:51 PM

I can't f-ing stand Bob Downer II. That said, I will most assuredly be seeing this one in the theater. Sweet indeed.

Anthony · 09-29-2007, 10:56 AM

ok, now i want to go see Iron Man.

OMG, fucking awesome. Robert Downey, Jr. saved this movie. great lines. nice to see hollywood realizing fancy costumes aren't enough for superhero movies, you need good writing too.

Dutch · 09-29-2007, 11:46 AM

So let's see. Growing up I read comics religiously. Definately a Marvels guy (screw DC Comics!!!). X-Men, Amazing Spider Man, Avengers, and Iron Man were the main ones I read.

Iron Man is right up there with story-line development with Spider Man and just as easy to screw up (Spider Man 3 did nothing for the series). However, if done right, Iron Man can easily be the best movie adaptation yet of a Marvel Comic book.

Peregrine · 09-29-2007, 12:35 PM

wow great trailer

WVUFAN · 05-01-2008, 05:20 AM

Watched Iron Man on a screening last night.

Amazing movie. Simply great. On par with the original Spider-Man and Batman Begins as the best comic book movie ever.

Oh, and for those who like the comic: Stay for the credits. There's a scene at the end of the credits that's freakin' FANTASTIC.

FrogMan · 05-01-2008, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by WVUFAN

Watched Iron Man on a screening last night.

Amazing movie. Simply great. On par with the original Spider-Man and Batman Begins as the best comic book movie ever.

Oh, and for those who like the comic: Stay for the credits. There's a scene at the end of the credits that's freakin' FANTASTIC.

cool, very much looking forward to it. The wife has already said our Saturday evening is reserved for it. Thanks for the headsup about the credits, we'll make sure to stay...

FM

gottimd · 05-01-2008, 07:20 AM

I heard the same thing about staying after the movie on the radio yesterday, but heard there was nothing. Anyone have a spoiler on this, if it is worth staying for or what it is exactly? Could it possibly be a short clip of Pumpy Tudors?

JonInMiddleGA · 05-01-2008, 07:22 AM

For whatever reason -- and I really can't explain why exactly -- I think I've been looking forward to this movie more than any I can recall in quite a long time. And by long time I mean like a decade or more, not six months.

Of course that means that there's a pretty good chance I'll end up feeling let down after I've seen it, but ... what can ya do?

Neon_Chaos · 05-01-2008, 08:16 AM

THERE WAS A SCENE AFTER THE CREDITS!?!?!?

FUCK.

Man...

Neon_Chaos · 05-01-2008, 08:18 AM

Yeah, I saw the after the credits scene.

Of course, it would be really nice if they went through with it... 2010? 2012 perhaps? Heh.

Here's my review from the Last movie you watched thread.

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Iron Man - 9/10

Iron Man opened today here in the Philippines (Apr 30). Great movie. Downey Jr. had the role down pat. The CG was awesome. The dialogue was not as corny as you'd expect. It was great all around. The only thing I would hold against this movie was that the final fight scene was a bit underwhelming... but other than that, I went in with high expectations, and left the theater with those expectations met.

gottimd · 05-01-2008, 08:25 AM

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Originally Posted by Neon_Chaos

Yeah, I saw the after the credits scene.

What was so special about it?

Neon_Chaos · 05-01-2008, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by gottimd

What was so special about it?

A little... preview... of things to come.

gottimd · 05-01-2008, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Neon_Chaos

A little... preview... of things to come.

It showed you getting into your car and driving back home?

Neon_Chaos · 05-01-2008, 08:36 AM

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Originally Posted by gottimd

It showed you getting into your car and driving back home?

Yes.

I can pm you what happened if you really want to know.

Fidatelo · 05-01-2008, 08:41 AM

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Originally Posted by gottimd

It showed you getting into your car and driving back home?

lol

Raiders Army · 05-03-2008, 01:58 PM

Great movie! I probably geeked out more during this movie than any other comic book movie in a while.

Neon_Chaos · 05-03-2008, 03:53 PM

Spoiler

Raiders Army · 05-03-2008, 06:46 PM

Ah, not a Nick Fury reference but a S.H.I.E.L.D. reference.

SFL Cat · 05-03-2008, 07:00 PM

Big thumbs up for Iron Man from me. I thoroughly enjoyed it. And this is from someone who wasn't a big fan of the comic.

Vince · 05-03-2008, 07:47 PM

Fantastic movie...I'd put it up there with the best comic book movie adaptations ever.

BrianD · 05-03-2008, 08:24 PM

I was not familiar with this particular comic book or the character in general, but I enjoyed the movie quiet a bit. All around good summer fun.

Raiders Army · 05-03-2008, 08:37 PM

IMHO, the movie is infinitely better than the comic right now. Maybe Invincible Iron Man will be better, but Iron Man hasn't been good since Queseda was on it and the armor was sentient.

04-12-2007, 07:30 PM	#2
Groundhog Coordinator Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Sydney, Australia	That screenshot looks good. Story wise, out of all the superhero movies, Iron Man has the potential to be the coolest. This is the first I've heard of it though. What time is it being set in? I hope it's set in the past, but I doubt it will be. Also, the fact that the director is Jon Favreau, whos biggest film to date is 'Elf', is an alarm bell, but I'm going to give the film the benefit of the doubt. __________________ Politics, n. Strife of interests masquerading as a contest of principles. --Ambrose Bierce

04-13-2007, 07:46 AM	#12
Icy Pro Starter Join Date: Sep 2003 Location: Toledo - Spain	Ironman was my favourite super hero when i was a kid, i won't miss this one. __________________

04-13-2007, 12:06 PM	#16
Leonidas College Benchwarmer Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: East Anglia	Some people in the Air Force are pissed because Terrence Howard is being allowed to wear our new uniform in the movie before it's even being issued to the regular Air Force. The Air Force came out with a point paper the other day on the new uniform and this was one of the specific points. They excused it by pointing out the studio had to do their own tailoring of the uniform for the actors. Well OK, that makes it OK to show uniforms in movies before folks in the service can actually buy them. __________________ Molon labe Last edited by Leonidas : 04-13-2007 at 12:06 PM.

05-03-2007, 01:41 AM	#17
WVUFAN College Starter Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Huntington, WV	The modern day Iron Man suit revealed The main suit (Mark III) from the upcoming movie. Pretty spiffy. __________________ Last edited by WVUFAN : 05-03-2007 at 01:42 AM.

05-03-2007, 08:53 AM	#20
lighthousekeeper College Starter Join Date: Oct 2000	disappointed this thread isn't about a screen-adaptation-musical of Black Sabbath songs __________________ ...

04-12-2007, 07:37 PM	#3
KWhit Coordinator Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Conyers GA	Jon Favreau did Swingers, man. That makes him tops in my book.

04-12-2007, 10:27 PM	#4
Vinatieri for Prez College Starter Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: Seattle	He's done nothing but shit since then.

04-13-2007, 11:09 AM	#15
MikeVic Head Coach Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hometown of Canada	Taking bets for using the song "Iron Man" when he first shows up with the intention of fighting crime in the suit.

09-27-2007, 10:18 PM	#22
stevew Hall Of Famer Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: the yo'	This is a kickass trailer. I had virtually no interest in this project before now, but now i do.

09-27-2007, 10:28 PM	#23
MikeVic Head Coach Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Hometown of Canada	That is a kickass trailer!! I like Downey Jr's delivery on those lines. And you couldn't pick better music.

09-28-2007, 07:47 AM	#24
Raiders Army Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Black Hole	sweet

09-28-2007, 07:52 AM	#25
spleen1015 Coordinator Join Date: Sep 2003	That looks fun.

09-28-2007, 08:52 AM	#26
Neon_Chaos Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Parañaque, Philippines	I just soiled myself. __________________ Come and see.

09-28-2007, 09:10 AM	#28
FrogMan Hattrick Moderator Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Pintendre, Qc, Canada	My wife was in bed when I checked it out last night and she just had to come up when the song started. That was indeed a kick ass trailer. Can't wait to show it to my sons tonight. FM __________________ A Black Belt is a White Belt who refused to give up... follow my story: The real life story of a running frog...

09-28-2007, 10:51 PM	#29
Crim College Benchwarmer Join Date: Dec 2003	I can't f-ing stand Bob Downer II. That said, I will most assuredly be seeing this one in the theater. Sweet indeed.

09-29-2007, 10:56 AM	#30
Anthony Banned Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Astoria, NY, USA	ok, now i want to go see Iron Man. OMG, fucking awesome. Robert Downey, Jr. saved this movie. great lines. nice to see hollywood realizing fancy costumes aren't enough for superhero movies, you need good writing too.

09-29-2007, 11:46 AM	#31
Dutch "Dutch" Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Tampa, FL	So let's see. Growing up I read comics religiously. Definately a Marvels guy (screw DC Comics!!!). X-Men, Amazing Spider Man, Avengers, and Iron Man were the main ones I read. Iron Man is right up there with story-line development with Spider Man and just as easy to screw up (Spider Man 3 did nothing for the series). However, if done right, Iron Man can easily be the best movie adaptation yet of a Marvel Comic book. Last edited by Dutch : 09-29-2007 at 11:58 AM.

09-29-2007, 12:35 PM	#32
Peregrine Pro Starter Join Date: Oct 2001 Location: Cary, NC	wow great trailer

05-01-2008, 05:20 AM	#33
WVUFAN College Starter Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: Huntington, WV	Watched Iron Man on a screening last night. Amazing movie. Simply great. On par with the original Spider-Man and Batman Begins as the best comic book movie ever. Oh, and for those who like the comic: Stay for the credits. There's a scene at the end of the credits that's freakin' FANTASTIC. __________________ Last edited by WVUFAN : 05-01-2008 at 05:20 AM.

05-01-2008, 07:20 AM	#35
gottimd Dearly Missed (9/25/77-12/23/08) Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: DC Suburbs	I heard the same thing about staying after the movie on the radio yesterday, but heard there was nothing. Anyone have a spoiler on this, if it is worth staying for or what it is exactly? Could it possibly be a short clip of Pumpy Tudors? __________________ NAFL New Orleans Saints GM/Co-Commish MP Career Record: 114-85 NAFL Super Bowl XI Champs In memory of Gavin Anthony: 7/22/08-7/26/08

05-01-2008, 07:22 AM	#36
JonInMiddleGA Hall Of Famer Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: Behind Enemy Lines in Athens, GA	For whatever reason -- and I really can't explain why exactly -- I think I've been looking forward to this movie more than any I can recall in quite a long time. And by long time I mean like a decade or more, not six months. Of course that means that there's a pretty good chance I'll end up feeling let down after I've seen it, but ... what can ya do? __________________ "I lit another cigarette. Unless I specifically inform you to the contrary, I am always lighting another cigarette." - from a novel by Martin Amis

05-01-2008, 08:16 AM	#37
Neon_Chaos Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Parañaque, Philippines	THERE WAS A SCENE AFTER THE CREDITS!?!?!? FUCK. Man... __________________ Come and see.

05-03-2008, 01:58 PM	#44
Raiders Army Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Black Hole	Great movie! I probably geeked out more during this movie than any other comic book movie in a while.

05-03-2008, 03:53 PM	#45
Neon_Chaos Pro Starter Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Parañaque, Philippines	Spoiler If anyone's planning on watching The Incredible Hulk, Downey Jr. appears in a cameo in the film. Also, Iron Man is apparently meant to be a trilogy by Favreu. Then, with the upcoming future Marvel releases (2010? 2011?) of Thor and Captain America, they're hoping to tie it all into an Avengers film, hence the Nick Fury referrence at the end of the Iron Man credits. Essentially, Marvel has made a conscious move to have all their superhero movies exist in the same universe, which is cool. __________________ Come and see.

05-03-2008, 06:46 PM	#46
Raiders Army Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Black Hole	Ah, not a Nick Fury reference but a S.H.I.E.L.D. reference.

05-03-2008, 07:00 PM	#47
SFL Cat College Starter Join Date: Nov 2000 Location: South Florida	Big thumbs up for Iron Man from me. I thoroughly enjoyed it. And this is from someone who wasn't a big fan of the comic. Last edited by SFL Cat : 05-03-2008 at 07:01 PM.

05-03-2008, 07:47 PM	#48
Vince Pro Starter Join Date: Aug 2001 Location: Willow Glen, CA	Fantastic movie...I'd put it up there with the best comic book movie adaptations ever. __________________ Every time a Dodger scores a run, an angel has its wings ripped off by a demon, and is forced to tearfully beg the demon to cauterize the wounds.The demon will refuse, and the sobbing angel will lie in a puddle of angel blood and feathers for eternity, wondering why the Dodgers are allowed to score runs.That’s not me talking: that’s science. McCoveyChronicles.com.

05-03-2008, 08:24 PM	#49
BrianD Grizzled Veteran Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Appleton, WI	I was not familiar with this particular comic book or the character in general, but I enjoyed the movie quiet a bit. All around good summer fun.

05-03-2008, 08:37 PM	#50
Raiders Army Coordinator Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: The Black Hole	IMHO, the movie is infinitely better than the comic right now. Maybe Invincible Iron Man will be better, but Iron Man hasn't been good since Queseda was on it and the armor was sentient.

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