Iron Man!

[SochBAT]

http://www.newsarama.com/SDCC06/Marvel/Ironmovie.jpg

Thats the image thats been floating around.

I guess its the stated IronMan suit.

DISCUSS!

May 08, we've got time to wait dammit.

Thoughts on Robert Downey Jr?

I personally thing they shoulda gotten a better, more gritty actor.

He's a dead drunk hasbeen IMHO.

[usdm180sx]

Well, Tony Stark IS an alcoholic haha BTW Bob Layton was the best Iron Man artist

[exitspeed]

RD Jr should be a pretty good Tony Starks. I hope Ghost Face does a track ont he soundtrack all raw and shit.

I like the suit. I like the design. It's classic. More comic book movies!

[NI_YON_Zenki]

ITs gonna be the business period

[SochBAT]

It'd be awesome if they showed TrashCanIronMan.

OG FTW!

[SiI40sx]

I knew it!! I was wnodering when they were going to make this.

[TheSquidd]

Make it stop, make it stop!

No more bad comic book, unoriginal crappy ass movies please. Please. Stop it. Cut it out.

[A Spec Products]

I'm waiting for Ghost Rider, that shit looks bad ass.

And as much as I'm a Marvel Ironman fan....

There's only one...

http://www.kalamu.com/bol/wp-content/content/images/Ghostface%20CD%20Cover.jpg

PRETTY TONEY!

[blackcoupe]

i never really liked ironman. i have a feeling this movie will flop imo.

[180sExy]

Make it stop, make it stop!

No more bad comic book, unoriginal crappy ass movies please. Please. Stop it. Cut it out.
Personally I like the whole comic book movie deal going on right now. I was a huge comic book fan when I was a child an its cool too see my favorite characters on the big screen. And I really don’t think their going too stop anytime soon . I mean most of the comics have a huge fan base already and the story line is pretty much laid out in front of them. So I think we are going too be seeing a lot more of these movies.

[vrooompssssht]

I think: Who gives a shit.

Go play WoW

[SimpleS14]

Image looks cool....but what does he do again?

[SochBAT]

I wanna see him drunk, and scammin on women with his C game, and still get some action.

Thats what being Tony Starks is all about.

Ask em to sniff your asshole, women will follow the money!

[A Spec Products]

I think: Who gives a shit.

Go play WoW

http://www.blitter.com/~awgie/bad_day.gif

[exitspeed]

Check this spy video out!!!!! His suit looks dope.

http://www.iesb.net/index.php?option=com_xevidmegafx&Itemid=139&func=detail&id=582

[Wei240]

is he the super hero that sports a mustache in the comics, lol

[Edgar]

yep ill have to go watch that

[IIIXziuR]

Make it stop, make it stop!

No more bad comic book, unoriginal crappy ass movies please. Please. Stop it. Cut it out.

Yes please. These marvel comics movies have been awful with the exception of the first X-Men movie and the first spiderman movie.

[s13gold]

i will definitely fork over my 10 bucks to see this.

[Phlip]

I am personally hoping they do not commit serial fuckuppery as they did with the X Men and now Spiderman franchises

[ManoNegra]

Costume looking good on that vid.

[exitspeed]

^
Werd. It made me think of Robocop. I want a new Robo so bad...

[IIIXziuR]

Hell yeah for a new Robocop. PART III was kinda lame but I and II were awesome.

[azndoc]

RD Jr. playing Ironman.

Damn, that's not very believeable at all. Maybe someone like bruce willis or even Russell Crowe will do.

[SiI40sx]

Ive always liked flash, I wonder if theyre going to try and stab at that.

[ManoNegra]

Takes DC longer to get a project done so who knows.

[fliprayzin240sx]

Takes DC longer to get a project done so who knows.

All they need to keep making is Superman & Batman...everything else can stay in the comics. :bigok:


PS: I take that back, I might now mind Wonder-Woman...:naughty:

[Phlip]

All they need to keep making is Superman & Batman...everything else can stay in the comics. :bigok:


PS: I take that back, I might now mind Wonder-Woman...:naughty:

Fuck that, bring on Lobo (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lobo_%28DC_Comics%29)!!!

[Jon Michael]

From all the images I've seen, Robert Downey Jr. makes a hell of a Tony Stark. Looks like him (facial hair!), and Tony Stark was an alcoholic womanizer who was rich and famous...JUST like RDJ. I think He'll be able to make a more believeable Tony Stark, because he knows the character. The mark I armour also looks GREAT. It's not the exact same trashcan Iron Man, but it's a reinvention of it and it looks damn good. Iron Man's main costume has changed SO MUCH in the years, that I don't really even mind as long as it's red and gold and looks similar to previous ones...lol.

I already read, that if this does well they are making a sequel. They are going to shift over and focus on Tony's drug problems then, I'm guessing they'd introduce War Machine since Rhodes is in the first one. Sounds like they're setting everything up. I have to say...I'm REALLY looking forward to this.

-"Iron Man, Iron Man. Does whatever an iron can!"

-"That's SPIDER Man, you idiot!"

[rewplayff]

tha video looks like iron man just got the crap beat out of him. i stopped looking at the marvel movies for their accuracy with the stories. i watch em for the visuals. it better not be a fricken tear fest like spiderman 3. drama drama drama

pics from marvel.com
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e112/glencanlas/ironman.jpg
http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e112/glencanlas/ironcan.jpg

[fliprayzin240sx]

Fuck that, bring on Lobo (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lobo_%28DC_Comics%29)!!!

Oh yah i forgot about Lobo...DC equivalence to wolverine or venom.

[Jon Michael]

Lobo is the DC equivalent of nothing. He's the MAIN MAN, case closed. Only thing equivalent to him is Fonzi...and even then, Fonzi needs chains and a cigar to be as cool.

*Lobo falls out of chair* "OH MY GOD, A MOSQUITO!!!" *Lobo proceeds to unload both his guns on the wall*

[Phlip]

I will never forget when Lobo killed a bunch of cherubs in his beef with "Gawd"
I remember thinking "am I reading this shit in a DC comic?"
... damn, fun times

[exitspeed]

Yes Lobo would be BA. Quintan Terantino would be the perfect person to do the movie.

[Jon Michael]

I love whenever Lobo and Guy Gardner are in the same comics, lol. Those two are made to be best buds, from their first fight/meeting.

[SochBAT]

Lobo is fun stuff.

Somethings he looks like a total fruit tho, depending on the artist.

[full house]

Iron man is such an incredible marvel story but there is no movie of that!

Correct if I'm wrong!


:mrmeph:

[Jon Michael]

They started filming like a month ago. That's what this thread is about, the UPCOMING movie.

[MrMcgarrett]

Trailer is up!
http://www.apple.com/trailers/paramount/ironman/

Looks awesome.

Last few seconds of the trailer:rawk:

[satal95]

I think this movie is going to be awesome. they got the right actor to play tony stark because we all know RDJ is a "ex" drug addict, alcoholic and womaniser. Hell in all sense that is tony stark. I just hope that it's not all special effect and no story because then it will be another Spidey 3.

Also thi summer is going to be another badass summer for movies with the new batman movie and sin city movie coming out

[OptionZero]

sweet trailer
given that Iron Man/Tony Stark is a jackass in the Marvel Universe, i think it's highly appropriate they gave him some edge

there's a little bit of Ultimates (not ultimate kiddy version) Tony Stark in there

[exitspeed]

I can't believe no one has posted the new Trailer!

LOOKS AWESOME!
http://media.movies.ign.com/media/034/034317/vids_1.html

[muddafakka]

Ahh I can't wait to see this movie!

[SHIFT_*grind*]

Robert Downey fucking Junior. UGH.

I saw a trailer on TV last night, more UGH. They make it look like a fucking comedy. With Robert Downey Junior.

I really hope it's good, but I'm not very optimistic. :(

[jackjack]

http://www.firstshowing.net/img/ironman-08preview-sm.jpg

jr is PERFECT for the role :bigok: . i cant wait for this. and damn..... i swear it seems like terrence howard is in everything lately.

[exitspeed]

jr is PERFECT for the role :bigok:

He is.

Tony Starks = rich, alcoholic playboy

Robert Downey Jr = rich, alcoholic playboy

[SHIFT_*grind*]

Meh, I guess I just don't know enough about the comic and have an irrational hatred for Robert Downey Jr. =\

[exitspeed]

Meh, I guess I just don't know enough about the comic and have an irrational hatred for Robert Downey Jr. =

My wife has the same feelings about Kevin Bacon. :-/ :bigok:

[Daniel.]

I can't wait for this movie. RDJ is brings this sort of cynicism to the character that I just love.

[jackjack]

My wife has the same feelings about Kevin Bacon. :-/ :bigok:


you know who i hate? Tea Leoni :fawk:

but anyway................

http://www.collider.com/uploads/imageGallery/Iron_Man_movie/iron_man_movie_image_robert_downey_jr_as_tony_star k_s.jpg

toooooooo cooooooooool

[blasting_speed]

Yeah, we just finished making those poster here where i work. We just finished doing War Machine's poster. That thing looks sweet. Mirror image to the comic. I can't wait.

[JRas]

Robert Downey Jr is the shiet

I know he is gonna play this part well

[180sExy]

i really cant wait for this movie!!!! Suit looks great!!!!!!

[alindeman1989]

i cant wait till this comes out.

[HyperTek]

i hope its good.. I like the batman movies, batman begins was dope
ghost rider was kinda stupid.
I never liked the spiderman movies, i tried watching it but just couldnt , thought that actor was too corny.

Maybe its because i watch these movies expecting to be realistic? lol damm my closed mind!!

[kdashy]

i hope its good.. I like the batman movies, batman begins was dope
ghost rider was kinda stupid.
I never liked the spiderman movies, i tried watching it but just couldnt , thought that actor was too corny.

Maybe its because i watch these movies expecting to be realistic? lol damm my closed mind!!

Same, i had high hopes for ghost rider too. Oh well.

[Phlip]

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Hx6TEqrzHU

[Daniel.]

g o d d a m n

that trailer was fucking bad ass phlip.

...

this has me almost as hyped up as the dark knight.

[yarou]

Blarrrrg that new trailer was tits, the only thing I'm worried about after seeing the new trailer though are the 4398734823 one liners

[fliprayzin240sx]

Well the only thing that comes to my mind after I saw the trailer is that, is Tony Stark really that fucking sarcastic??? Seems like Downey is playing Stark as a snoby, sarcastic prick...

[98s14inaz]

g o d d a m n

that trailer was fucking bad ass phlip.

...

this has me almost as hyped up as the dark knight.

First time I saw that trailer, bad a$$!

[Helghast]

http://www.firstshowing.net/img/iron-man-poster3-big.jpg

[jackjack]

^SWEET.................

cant wait.

[coreansurfer]

i'm too lazy to hotlink.

just watch it.

http://gizmodo.com/377412/iron-mans-first-flight-shows-jet+like-hud-every-boys-fantasy

[MikeisNissan]

Mark 2 looks sweet.

[jackjack]

almost................ almost................

soon.

yes.

[k's_silvia2.0]

So now ex-junkies are superheroes too?
I mean c'mon Robert Downey JR......really?

[Daniel.]

So now ex-junkies are superheroes too?
I mean c'mon Robert Downey JR......really?

i guess you don't know too much about iron man then...

and also didn't read the thread

[k's_silvia2.0]

i guess you don't know too much about iron man then...

and also didn't read the thread

Nah I all know is that he likes drugs.

[Yuri]

I'd so rock some MkII armor.
Maybe with some silver green accents.

[an_orange_s2k]

this is gonna be sick...cant wait for it to come out. hopefully they didnt mess it up like the first hulk

[jdm538]

looks worthy of watching at the theaters, last movie i watched at theaters was the orphanage.

i like the packed crowds reactions, helps hype the experience along with the sound system.

EXAMPLE: when optimus prime PWNED Bonecrusher in the transformer movie. people went crazy, a few jumped out their seats.

[allntrlundrgrnd]

Im so stoked to see this. +1 for Ghostface making a song for the movie. the song ironman is one of my favorites.

http://profile.imeem.com/vNvYD/music/tLcEQB3J/ghostface_killah_iron_man/

[98s14inaz]

EXAMPLE: when optimus prime PWNED Bonecrusher in the transformer movie. people went crazy, a few jumped out their seats.

That was pretty awesome.

[brndck]

just got out of the theater, way way impressed. the movie was well cast, good backstory/intro. great writing that was both clever AND funny. good setup to sequels too! if you go see it, make sure to stay thru the credits. and he's mothaf*ckin 2-tone as well! how kick ass is that!

[MikeisNissan]

Just got out also. Very good. Now I cannot wait for Batman. Tony Stark DIES! War Machine comes to give him CPR though.

[Z33dori]

Saw it tonight it was amazing....


Stay through all the credits......... Trust me on this one... i won 50 bucks in a bet. Always stay after the credits


Can't wait for:
Incredible Hulk
Batman
Indian Jones

[RurouniMidnight]

One of my fav marvel/comic movies ever. Way better than i was planning on, Robert Downey Jr. was perfect man i really enjoyed this movie.

[an_orange_s2k]

Stay through all the credits......... Trust me on this one... i won 50 bucks in a bet.
niceee i'll try to win me something...

[240love]

no spoilers plz... :(

[kuppler8]

just got home movie was incredible not dissapointed at all, i was ampted after words

[SRpetey]

best movie ever! Wow!!!!

[DALAZ_68]

SHIT FUCKEN OWNED....awsome awsome awsome :eek:

[NervGS]

We had Jon Favreau and Robert Downey Jr at our showing in Hollywood!

Wooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooo!

-glenn

[Modrified]

"hollywood experts" are predicting this movie is not going to bring in bid dollars as everyone is thinking because people aren't going to go see it, at least opening weekend, because everyone will be playing Grand Theft Auto 4. The movie and the game is released at about the same time and both target about the same demographic.

Ironman better sport the proton cannon. Haha. I love Marvel vs. Capcom.

Similar, but I wouldn't mind seeing War Machine.

[SimpleS14]

no spoilers plz... :(

I agree or atleast put a spoiler warning (MikeisNissan).

[2Slow40]

The Avengers.

That is all.

[exitspeed]

Annnd for the sequel:
http://shoryuken.interfree.it/characters_bios/MarvelSuperHeroes/war_machine.gif
I know it's a different person, but War Machine Armour is my favorite.

[TooForOh]

i lol'd at samuel l jackson.

[MikeisNissan]

I was just kidding guys! What I stated was totally made up. :)

[DALAZ_68]

just the part with iron man and war machine are drunk in the private plane.... that scene was worth it....


STRIPPER POLE :eek2:

[pink godzila]

I give an "A" for IRON MAN~~~ for sure ill buy the dvd as for my collection!!!

[eastcoastS14]

cant wait to see this!!! I just hope the theater isnt packed with kids like it was when I went to see cloverfield....Ill probably be catching an 11:00 show or maybe later lol

and btw no Idea John Favreau(sp) directed this

[jackjack]

tomorrow................... YES.

[Grendel]

Hmm i'm trying to decide if I want to pull myself away from GTA4 long enough to watch this :p

[s14_legend]

lol same here....dang GTA4....

Hmm i'm trying to decide if I want to pull myself away from GTA4 long enough to watch this :p

[atutt]

I pulled myself away from GTA4... It was so worth it, lol.

This movie rivals Transformers.... Iron Man has always been my favourite Marvel character... So this was freaking awesome!!

[240love]

The Avengers.

That is all.



indeed :rolleyes:

[illvialuver]

movie was cool. I liked it allot, but watch the movie past the credits. they reveal the obvious. that there is going to be a s.h.e.i.l.d / avengers movie, and samule L jackson is going to be nick fury.

WTF. i mean why couldnt they have got bruce willis? they are both bald. but now nick fury is black? so is it nicquan fury?
im just joking, but i am sure I'll have ot wait to judge him, because I think he is a great movie.
I can just imagine him killing people saying, " Yes they deserve to die!!!!and I hope they burn in hell!!!!!"
go watch this

[Ian]

Just got home from this movie



SHIT

[downshift_sideways]

I'm going to wait a few weeks until a good torrent comes out.

or unless this chick I'm trying to get at wants to watch it :keke:

[beefcake6681]

After coming out of that movie, I just wanted to build something!

[Aoshi112]

Movie was awesome! I should have stayed to watch after the credits. Damn it!

Also for some reason I found Gwyneth Paltrow to be pretty attractive in this movie....

[98s14inaz]

movie was cool. I liked it allot, but watch the movie past the credits. they reveal the obvious. that there is going to be a s.h.e.i.l.d / avengers movie, and samule L jackson is going to be nick fury.

WTF. i mean why couldnt they have got bruce willis? they are both bald. but now nick fury is black? so is it nicquan fury?
im just joking, but i am sure I'll have ot wait to judge him, because I think he is a great movie.
I can just imagine him killing people saying, " Yes they deserve to die!!!!and I hope they burn in hell!!!!!"
go watch this

Awesome movie. I ignored most of these "Ironman" threads so I did not expect SLJ to be Nick Fury at the end. I think it will work, that holocost of a movie that David Hasselhoff did "Nick Fury Agent of Sheild" sucked so much [email protected] SLJ is a bad ass and should handle this role well.

[flip3d]

Robert Downey Jr. executed the role extremely well IMO.

[240love]

"the truth is.... I AM Iron Man"......................awsome:bowdown:

[DJButton]

I watched it last night as well. Darn right! I friggin liked it alot!

[slow_sr20]

i was expecting trash, but was pleasantly surprised-it was funny and not too action packed plus gwyneth paltrow is super hot:p

[Flipzide]

iron man was dope. saw it last night at 1030.

BE SURE TO STAY TIL AFTER THE CREDITS!

[Daniel.]

iron man was dope. saw it last night at 1030.

BE SURE TO STAY TIL AFTER THE CREDITS!

or just youtube the scene after the credits. that works too.

[LeftNutOfGowd]

Damn i watched it on thursday but i didnt stay after the credits my gf was tired lol. but heres what you miss if you didnt stay

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xFDYQM97kv4


WITH SUBTITLES

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9CfA3wkVRkM

[MikeisNissan]

After coming out of that movie, I just wanted to build something!

So true, I went home and started to build a Gundam.

[LeftNutOfGowd]

After coming out of that movie, I just wanted to build something!

So true, I went home and started to build a Gundam.


hahaha i went home and started building stuff with my lil bros legos

[KwKouki]

I was very impressed with the movie. RDJ played it perfectly imo. The visuals were MAD crazy, I shad a tear when he offed the cobra. It was a very funny movie. I thought the final fight was boring, short, and meh. Other than that I would love to see it again.

Oh and when I heard Samuel L Jacksons voice at the end, I immediately pegged him as Nick Fury. It was just so fitting :)

[zylvia213]

I am on my way to go see now. Sounds like if its going to be good.

[Grendel]

movie was cool. I liked it allot, but watch the movie past the credits. they reveal the obvious. that there is going to be a s.h.e.i.l.d / avengers movie, and samule L jackson is going to be nick fury.

WTF. i mean why couldnt they have got bruce willis? they are both bald. but now nick fury is black? so is it nicquan fury?
im just joking, but i am sure I'll have ot wait to judge him, because I think he is a great movie.
I can just imagine him killing people saying, " Yes they deserve to die!!!!and I hope they burn in hell!!!!!"
go watch this

Nick Fury was black in the Ultimate books... worked pretty well.

[Synicals13]

such a sick movie. And gwyneth was pretty damn hot.

[jackjack]

i'm heading out right now. WERD.

[LeftNutOfGowd]

Nick Fury was black in the Ultimate books... worked pretty well.

that is true but when he first came out in the comics he was white

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a279/JackSkeleton21/NickFury4.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a279/JackSkeleton21/PICST167NONCGCFORBLOG.jpg

http://i13.photobucket.com/albums/a279/JackSkeleton21/Nick_Fury_Shield_Bust.jpg

oh and just to let you guys know Robert Downey Jr aka Tony Starks will be making a cameo appearance in the new Incredible Hulk movie, ill try to find a clip of it

[Daniel.]

that is true but when he first came out in the comics he was white

....
....

oh and just to let you guys know Robert Downey Jr aka Tony Starks will be making a cameo appearance in the new Incredible Hulk movie, ill try to find a clip of it

ORLY?????? :-/

:ugh:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v643/taylovesmoocows/orly.gif

[eastcoastS14]

awsome movie...sick all the way through

[illvialuver]

yeah i really liked the movie alot. and i am not against slj i like the guy alot. its just i dint think his personality, i think bruce willis would have been better. but mike clark duncan was a great king pin, he is also going to be balrog in the street fighter movie.
and at first i did not think that rdj would be a good tony stark till i saw the preview than i could not imagine any one else. so well have to see it.

[CKAMC]

I thought this was gonna be for comic book fans and lacking

turns out I was wrong

GREAT MOVIE

No one got up at any point during the movie and it was packed. Little kids kept still, wives/gf's weren't txting, everyone laughed at the same time....

marvel did a great job with this movie

[zylvia213]

So i went and saw it last night..... SICK ass movie. Homegirl was hot as hell and cant think of anyone else to play iron man but Robert Downey Jr. I guess everyone thought at the begining that he wouldnt fit into this character but fuck this guy rocks. Movie was great, good graphics, funny, and that R8 is the shit. 2 thumbs up for me.

[cgtdream]

Got to see the bootleg tonite, and WOW....im speechless just thinking of how awesome this movie was.....the fight scenes were.....:bigok:

[shrimpscampi]

So the movie was that entertaining??

[98s14inaz]

i was expecting trash, but was pleasantly surprised-it was funny and not too action packed plus gwyneth paltrow is super hot:p

You're not kidding! I love her as a redhead <3

[jackjack]

FUCKING KICK ASS. everything rocked. RDJ was perfect imo. funny as hell/cool. Gwyneth was sexy as all hell.

got to see the trailer for hulk and batman............ EPIC.

[mangoes]

saw it on friday. great movie =D.

[Dutchmalmiss]

It was better than expected actually. Although, there could've been one more action scene to satisfy my tastes, I was content with everything. RDJ plays a pretty good Stark. Hopefully, a trilogy comes out better than Spiderman.

[240love^_^]

Awesome movie!!!
If you haven't seen it already, make sure you do!

[dangermouse73]

RDJ FTW. Great comic turned movie. I really thought the fact that ironman had "control surfaces" to fly was an awesome touch. If you didnt stay to the end of the creds you missed the clues to the sequel. I wanna paint my 240 like ironman now...um, im kidding but someone should do it. hahaha

[Dutchmalmiss]

RDJ FTW. Great comic turned movie. I really thought the fact that ironman had "control surfaces" to fly was an awesome touch. If you didnt stay to the end of the creds you missed the clues to the sequel. I wanna paint my 240 like ironman now...um, im kidding but someone should do it. hahaha

Damn, I just youtubed it. For those that don't want a spoiler on who plays Nick Fury, here's a hint: It's Samuel L. Jackson.

[cc4usmc]

It funny how everyone was disappointed the RDJ was starring in the movie, but now they love him in it lol. i will probably take myself on a date tonight to see the movie.

[180sExy]

Man this movie was a 10+ loved it RDJ was made for this roll!!!! Avengers baby!!!

[kyoru]

Can't wait to see it now, I was doubtful at first.

[ESmorz]

I've tried to see it twice now.

First time it was sold out, last night got kicked out by some tool box manager.

Gaaaaaaaaay

[jackjack]

^u FAIL. keep trying. its worth it.

[ESmorz]

^u FAIL. keep trying. its worth it.

I know. Worst part was the first couple minutes were intense and then the manager came in and was like we know they let you in for free...leave.

[HWYKING]

FUCKING KICK ASS. everything rocked. RDJ was perfect imo. funny as hell/cool. Gwyneth was sexy as all hell.

got to see the trailer for hulk and batman............ EPIC.

i heard! my brother saw it last nite. told me all about it, RDJ is the man. im going to try to see it tonite. "test 1, 10% thrust. CRASH!!! ok...that wasn't supposed to happen." hahaaa cant wait to these this part.

[ALTRNTV]

Saw it last night (for free). Great movie. RDJ did justice.
Gwyneth was pretty damn hot. I didn't even think of her
as Gwyneth, because I never found her attractive until
this movie. hahaha

[azndoc]

It was cool.

Not a bad movie.

Not great though.

I enjoyed it.

[powersteeringless180sx]

i thought movie was awesome. i just hope the next 2 will be just as good. i had faith in RDJ when i 1st heard he was casted to be Stark and he didn't dissapoint.

[ESmorz]

I don't know why anyone would have doubt about RDJ after Kiss Kiss Bang Bang.

Brilliant.

[xfallen1x]

FUCKING KICK ASS. everything rocked. RDJ was perfect imo. funny as hell/cool. Gwyneth was sexy as all hell.

i heard! my brother saw it last nite. told me all about it, RDJ is the man. im going to try to see it tonite. "test 1, 10% thrust. CRASH!!! ok...that wasn't supposed to happen." hahaaa cant wait to these this part.
i thought movie was awesome. i just hope the next 2 will be just as good. i had faith in RDJ when i 1st heard he was casted to be Stark and he didn't dissapoint.

:werd: up RDJ was perf! I knew he wouldn't let me down... I wanna go see it again. I can't wait for the sequal & WAR MACHINE! :bigok:Marvel knows that's up...

[Yuri]

The suit design was awesome.
I could watch the preflight checklist on the MKII armor 10 times before I'd get tired of it.

[xfallen1x]

The suit design was awesome.
I could watch the preflight checklist on the MKII armor 10 times before I'd get tired of it.
:bigok: plus 10 on the suit! That one scene when he takes out that tank and walks away... the mad look of the mask says it all. Amazing suit indeed!

[CKAMC]

i completely forgot about war machine... no wonder he was looking at the second suit

[TiNMAN]

some scenes took way too long. "Afghanistan" shots were kinda low budget. buuuut i still liked it overall.

[jackjack]

i completely forgot about war machine... no wonder he was looking at the second suit


hell yeah............. "next time, baby" :D

[xfallen1x]

hell yeah............. "next time, baby" :D

That was another one of my fave scenes! You know then who's rollin' in the next one... WAR MACHINE :bigok:

[LeftNutOfGowd]

:UPDATE:

Since Iron Man made $102 Million on opening weekend they already have the next movie on the way its schedule to be released in 2010. So hopefuly well get to see War Machine :x: :bowrofl: :bigok:

[240trainee]

Saw this last night.

It was awesome!!!!

[DUFFM4N]

saw it on sunday...i thought it was great

but am i one of the few who think robert downey jr is funny? :keke:

[Kn1ves]

saw it on sunday...i thought it was great

but am i one of the few who think robert downey jr is funny? :keke:

he was the absolute best in the movie

couldnt think of anyone else playing tony stark

[stiizy]

i didn't think he would pull off playing stark i heard at first it was supposed to be Clooney at first but downey did a good job of pulling it off.. i think it was one of the best marvel movies i've seen

[pwhitersxs]

Downey Jr. was meant to be ironman. He actually fits the role of ironman in the comics. He did a great job acting but could have just played himself in this role that is how natural it was.

Great movie and marvel did not screw up imo. I was really disappointed with many of their past movies such as x-men and the first FF4 and hulk, but this was a strong movie.

[PoorMans180SX]

Great movie!

Seriously a lot better than a lot of the latest Marvel movies.

[status:one]

I actually like Robert Downey Jr. after watching this film yesterday.

Great movie... i would recommend it to anyone. I actually bought a ticket to a 7:20 harold and kumar movie and just sat in the 7:00 Iron Man because I was early. I just wanted to watch the begininning before harold & kumar started.... ended up staying for the whole movie and im glad I did. awesome flick.

[slow_sr20]

Saw it last night (for free). Great movie. RDJ did justice.
Gwyneth was pretty damn hot. I didn't even think of her
as Gwyneth, because I never found her attractive until
this movie. hahaha

watch royal tennenbaums.......fell in love with her in that movie.

[DUFFM4N]

i also like robert downey jr in "Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang" played a funny/sarcastic character in that one as well

[xfallen1x]

saw it on sunday...i thought it was great

but am i one of the few who think robert downey jr is funny? :keke:

he was the absolute best in the movie

couldnt think of anyone else playing tony stark

I agree wit ya all. RDJ is freakin' funny. He played the roll perfect. Dudes been cracking me up since 80's movies like WEiRD SCiENCE to Kiss Kiss like DUFFM4N mentioned.

[JVDSKYRINE]

i also like robert downey jr in "Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang" played a funny/sarcastic character in that one as well

That was a badass movie up there with the matador

But seriously this was one of the best movies I have seen for the first time i actually believed a marvel movie and wasn't making fun of every cheesy little thing cuz the entire movie was bad ass! Even the gf loved it

After spidey 3 i kinda lost hope in marvel but this brought all my respect back can't wait for #2 with war machine and antsy to see what they did with the incredible hulk

[DUFFM4N]

i also loved stan lee's cameo in this one

"hows it goin there hef?" :keke:

[xfallen1x]

That was a badass movie up there with the matador

But seriously this was one of the best movies I have seen for the first time i actually believed a marvel movie and wasn't making fun of every cheesy little thing cuz the entire movie was bad ass! Even the gf loved it

After spidey 3 i kinda lost hope in marvel but this brought all my respect back can't wait for #2 with war machine and antsy to see what they did with the incredible hulk

i also loved stan lee's cameo in this one

"hows it goin there hef?" :keke:

I agree Marvel did justice with this movie! I'm looking forward to the newer better HULK movie.

YEaH Stan's cameo was classic! They focus on him and everything. His cameo's are always good.

[Grendel]

Just got back from the movie... I loved it.

Robert Downey Jr was perfect. Can't wait for the next one.

[Daniel.]

I'm gonna see it tonight finally. You guys really got my hyped up for it. Im really really excited

[kcndizzle]

Guaranteed you'll fall in love with Gwyneth Paltrow... I know I did, and if you don't you're teh ghey

[anti-rice]

That was probably one of the greatest comic book movies ever

[240love]

:UPDATE:

Since Iron Man made $102 Million on opening weekend they already have the next movie on the way its schedule to be released in 2010. So hopefuly well get to see War Machine :x: :bowrofl: :bigok:


that is correct... and the avengers 2011:aw:

[SimpleSexy180]

just saw it. it was good.

"press the button!"
"you told me not to!"
"press the button!"
"but you'll die!"

[DUFFM4N]

"i swear to god if you spray me and im not on fire, im donating you to a community college"

[xtreme_s14]

He is.

Tony Starks = rich, alcoholic playboy

Robert Downey Jr = rich, alcoholic playboy

they could've used charlie sheen too then right?

[xfallen1x]

"Yes it is very cool to take a picture of me..."

[Daniel.]

they could've used charlie sheen too then right?

no way. rdj > charlie sheen

so the movie was awesome. i loved it. i wanna go see it again.

[SimpleS14]

Just saw the movie...it is indeed a good movie. Very few comic movies are well executed, and I thought this one was nicely done. Now I feel like being a cocky playboy and building something haha.

[ESmorz]

they could've used charlie sheen too then right?

Although Charlie Sheen is a bad ass. He just doesn't really have that Playboy Businessman look to him anymore. Plus, I don't think he's in that great of shape lol.

[its_teddd]

:] after the credits theres a secret ending that preveiw to iron man 2. you get to see nick fury :D!

[240love]

i dont think thats for iroman 2...its for the avengers

[Kn1ves]

i dont think thats for iroman 2...its for the avengers

Most def.

And guess who's in The Avengers?

Notable Mentions include (who already was a part of a movie)
Hulk
Iron man
War Machine
Spider-Man
Sandman
Wolverine
Beast
Human Torch
Invisible Woman
Mister Fantastic
Thing

Also
Thor
Captain America
She-Hulk
etc.

Full list here
http://www.marvel.com/universe/Avengers

[reaxion]

^^
its for the avengers, marvel got the rights back to captain america, hulk (hence the new hulk movie) and I forgot one more character...but Iron Man was the shiiiiiit.

[jackjack]

Most def.

And guess who's in The Avengers?

Notable Mentions include (who already was a part of a movie)
Hulk
Iron man
War Machine
Spider-Man
Sandman
Wolverine
Beast
Human Torch
Invisible Woman
Mister Fantastic
Thing

Also
Thor
Captain America
She-Hulk
etc.

Full list here
http://www.marvel.com/universe/Avengers


that would be a HUGE paycheck........... but man.......... that would so KICK ASS :D

[cisco240]

Just saw it 2 days ago, & it was much better than I expected. RD Jr was great as Tony Stark.
But WTF up w/ Sam Jackson as Nick Fury? Didn't expect him to play that role.

[jackjack]

^dude.............. sam jackson can play ANY role........ i mean seriously..... picture it.............


ahahhahahahah

[Flipzide]

^dude.............. sam jackson can play ANY role........ i mean seriously..... picture it.............


ahahhahahahah

what's sad was that after the movie, my friends and i were so tired and couldnt even remember samuel jackson's name.. all i could come up with in my head was Mace Windu :tweak:

[Grendel]

Just saw it 2 days ago, & it was much better than I expected. RD Jr was great as Tony Stark.
But WTF up w/ Sam Jackson as Nick Fury? Didn't expect him to play that role.


If they are going with a black nick fury are they gonna go with a gay colossus too? :p Gotta stick with one universe or the other!

[LeftNutOfGowd]

^dude.............. sam jackson can play ANY role........ i mean seriously..... picture it.............


ahahhahahahah


hahahaha its so true...This is his best ROLE EVER lol :bowdown:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GTo48iR58VE

[LeftNutOfGowd]

SPOILER ALERT

If you havnt seen the movie dont read this.

:I wanna know something, Do you remember how that guy from S.H.I.E.L.D keep saying "Supreme Headquarters International Espionage Law-Enforcement Division". Who if anyone caught on that it stood for S.H.I.E.L.D, because I didnt notices tell the very end lol.:

[Daniel.]

you guys need to catch up with the times.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ultimate_Nick_Fury

[DUFFM4N]

you guys need to catch up with the times.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ultimate_Nick_Fury

seriously!

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/e/e8/UltimateNickFury.jpg http://imagecache2.allposters.com/images/pic/73/039_70184~Samuel-L-Jackson-Posters.jpg

i see the resemblance

[Daniel.]

seriously!



i see the resemblance

yup.

"Ultimate Nick Fury is a reinterpretation of the classic Marvel character Nick Fury. One of the most notable differences between the two is the fact that Classic Fury is a Caucasian colonel with brown hair, while Ultimate Fury is a bald African-American general, and was in fact specifically tailored after actor Samuel L. Jackson with his permission."

[180sExy]

man now i cant wait till the avengers to come out!!!!

[TiNMAN]

http://www.noob.us/humor/batman-vs-iron-man/

[bamaboy]

iron man rocked my face off.......the ending was kinda weak though....unitl samuel l. jackson showed up........

[Daniel.]

http://www.noob.us/humor/batman-vs-iron-man/

bwahahaha. hella funny

[DisEpyon]

I still have not seen this movie but upon some research on the Captain America The First Avenger movie, I came across this website.

http://www.firstshowing.net/2008/05/09/captain-americas-shield-found-in-iron-man/

Not sure if this is a repost, so sorry if it is.

this scene is seen in the trailer, but the shield is taken out i think.

If you look closely in this picture, behind Tony Stark on some kind of table is what looks like to be Captain America's shield.
http://i106.photobucket.com/albums/m271/disepyon/ironman-cptamerica-shield.jpg

and those that are to lazy to open up the link to read ill paste it here.

by Alex Billington

You might have thought that all Marvel buzz was over as of last week with the announcement of their upcoming line-up - but guess again. I have confirmed myself, along with our comic book expert Roman Chavez, in person that Captain America's shield is actually in Iron Man. Yes, you heard me right, and if you need to go out and see it again this weekend I suggest you do. We'll provide the information on when and where it shows up below if you care to go find it, but we're pretty damn sure this is it. As for what this means for the Marvel universe and future movies - who knows? I thought Captain America wasn't around at this time and I thought he got his shield from S.H.I.E.L.D.?

The scene in which you can see the shield is after Iron Man returns from Afghanistan after fighting with the Mark III red/gold armor for the very first time. Right after he fights the two F-22 fighter jets, it shows him back in his lab trying to remove his armor but having trouble. Right as Pepper Potts walks down into his lab and asks him "what is he doing?", the shield can be seen sitting on one of his tables behind him in the lower left corner. This happens around 1 hour and 30 minutes into the movie. Make sure to account for trailers if you're going in. We confirmed it at a 6:40PM showing and the scene played at around ~8:18PM. Here is a very low quality photo just for reference. It looks much better in the movie.

The shield is actually red, white, and blue, although you can't see the red in the photo. But if you see the scene in the theater, the shield is actually there and very identifiable. It looks like it is half-constructed and being built by Tony Stark, but you can definitely see the unique star. It is a round shield with circular red, white, and blue stripes. What does this mean?

Apparently Captain America was actually given his round shield from the S.H.I.E.L.D. organization when he was found in modern times, which could make sense in this universe. Maybe Tony Stark has been building a shield, for whatever reasons, and eventually S.H.I.E.L.D., who was revealed at the end of the movie, will find out about it at a future point and suggest they give it to Captain America for his use. And this means maybe it will involve some sort of awesome Tony Stark technology instead of just being a metal object he throws around. How about that for a concept?

There are so many considerations and ideas for discussion surrounding this reveal, that almost anything right now is valid. The common reaction seems to be "that is very interesting" with much speculation thereafter. Why is Tony Stark building a shield when, as far as we know, Captain America hasn't been introduced and isn't around? Is Samuel Jackson's appearance at the end and mention of other superheroes in this universe a hint that Captain America is already around? What do you make of this?

What do you guys think, if you read the replys on that link too.

I do not think i agree with the guy that said this, but i do believe in the shield being there

[Kn1ves]

^^ Wow interesting!

Now for some eye candy

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-4Nh1tVuGnw

[HyperTek]

sorry to bump this.. was chillen with my uncle tonight and we decided on a movie to see, either this or indiana bones.. and damm this movie was sick =p

yah the desert scenes felt low budget, like it was filmed on a tiny set without a wide view of things... but movie rocked..

cant wait for the new batman =p

[yudalicious]

7 pages and no one's mentioned leslie bibb? she looks hot in this moving, never thought she could be that hot.

[DUFFM4N]

^^shes like wutever

[SimpleS14]

7 pages and no one's mentioned leslie bibb? she looks hot in this moving, never thought she could be that hot.

I had to google image search to find out who she was. :confused: She's aite...I wouldn't kick her out of bed.

[articdragon192]

Gwen was rocking in the movie. Just got back from seeing this movie. This was a very very entertaining movie and was not let down with anything.
"The truth is....
I am Iron Man."

[yudalicious]

^^shes like wutever

I had to google image search to find out who she was. :confused: She's aite...I wouldn't kick her out of bed.

I didn't think she was much from before, but thought she looked great in the movie. Guess I need to get out more!

[Helghast]

So I finally watched this movie.
Took me long enough.

The promise of Avengers + War Machine makes me tight in the pants.
=/

GREEEEEEEEEEEAT movie.
I didn't know Gwen can look that good.

[SHIFT_*grind*]

I take back my former hatred for Robert Downey Jr, he was pure awesome in this movie.

[exitspeed]

Finally went and saw it last night.

Holy crap this movie was awesome!

RD Jr was FANTASTIC. I'd almost go as far as saying he was possibly the best super hero actor ever. I mean, he played the role so perfectly.

I actually wanna go see it again. I can't wait til it comes out on DVD.

[Quail]

Saw this a few days ago. Was awesome.

[veeates36]

Ok, so i don't go to the movies that often but i did see this and i really think that this movie was AMAZING.. if you haven't seen this you need to do so now..

[LeftNutOfGowd]

Lets continue this thread until part 2 comes out

So here's a update

Jon Favreau has let it be known that production on his sequel to IRON MAN has begun. He tells the LA Times that...

"We're working on it now... which hasn't been officially announced. It will be released in 2010."

dont know about you but im kinda excited and relieved. probably heard about the rumors where they said that Favreau might not return back for the second movie and someone else would take ever...yeah, i almost shitted my pants.

EXTRA SLAP: so, any suggestions as to what villains Stark will be facing this time?

[stiizy]

Check this out

Tony Stark (Downey Jr)

Meets

Tony Starks (Ghostface)

in a deleted scene from the movie

Iron Man Deleted Scene Online - Superhero Hype! (http://www.superherohype.com/news/ironmannews.php?id=7589)

[LeftNutOfGowd]

^^^ Man he lagged on the threesome how lame is that

[stiizy]

i know and that chick in the blue was hot haha

[LeftNutOfGowd]

Hell yeah lol

[exitspeed]

Watching that clip reminded me of something...

RDJ as Tony Starks is the coolest MF on the planet.

[LeftNutOfGowd]

^^^ hahaha x2

[SochBAT]

Hell yea!

I hope they bring up Mandarin. One of this TenRings has been assaulted, and would want to stop that shit ASAP.

Swift justice on his part.

but if they wanna keep it real... then i say go with Alcoholism.

Alcoholism > Tony Stark.

[Future240]

War machine what do yall think, yay or nay?

[SochBAT]

Too damn early to bring in warmachine IMHO.

They haven't really fleshed out Stark, why are they going to rush another character into the fray?

If they do, it'll be like Spiderman 3. With suits.

[stiizy]

NEWS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Howard Says Being Replaced Was 'Surprise of a Lifetime'


by Matt McDaniel | October 21, 2008


http://l.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/i/mo/pseudoblog_terrencehoward133.jpg (http://movies.yahoo.com/photos/red-carpet/gallery/775/iron-man-uk-premiere#photo2) Many people were stunned by the news last week that Don Cheadle (http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/contributor/1800020725), and not Terrence Howard (http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/contributor/1800025200), would be playing the role of James "Rhodey" Rhodes in "Iron Man 2 (http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1810026429/info)." None more so, apparently, than Terrence Howard himself.

Howard recently spoke to NPR (http://www.npr.org/) to promote his first album, "Shine Through It (http://music.yahoo.com/ar-61579008---Terrence-Howard)," and the topic of being replaced in the sequel to the hugely popular comic book adaptation came about. And the Oscar-nominated actor sounded as confused as anyone about the rationale behind the change.

"It was the surprise of a lifetime. There was no explanation, [it] just up and vanished. And I read something in the trades that implicated it was about money... but apparently the contracts that we write and sign aren't worth the paper that they're printed on sometimes. And promises aren't kept, and good faith negotiations aren't always held up." Hear the full interview >> (http://www.npr.org/templates/story/story.php?storyId=95833828) Marvel Studios, who produced "Iron Man (http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1808411893/info)," offered no comment when the story originally broke. But The Hollywood Reporter spoke to sources who stated that negotiations with the actor "fell through over financial differences," which Howard disputes.
http://l.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/i/mo/pseudoblog_warmachine133.jpg (http://movies.yahoo.com/photos/movie-stills/gallery/1096/iron-man-design-art#photo15)The announcement especially confused fans of the comic book since it is widely believed the character of Rhodey will have a bigger part in the sequel. Towards the end of the first film, Rhodes looked at Tony Stark's second attempt at the Iron Man armor, the silver "Mark II" version, and said to himself, "Next time, baby." This was a hint that Rhodes would get his own armor, just like he did in the comics. His upgraded and more heavily armed suit goes by the name War Machine, and concept designs for the character have already been created.
Don Cheadle, an Oscar nominee in his own right, has not issued a statement about the casting. Cheadle and Howard both appeared in the 2005 Best Picture winner "Crash (http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/1808631706/info)." Robert Downey Jr. (http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/contributor/1800010914) and Gwyneth Paltrow (http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/contributor/1800018601) are both expected to return for the sequel, as is director Jon Favreau (http://movies.yahoo.com/movie/contributor/1800018685).
For his part, Howard doesn't seem to be holding onto any grudges. He is touring in support of his album, a collection of self-penned, jazz-inspired tunes on which he sings and plays guitar. He told NPR he is trying to hold onto the calm nature he developed growing up in a tough neighborhood.

"I found a peacefulness in me, though, that -- even in getting slapped when I was a little kid, when I would get attacked -- even though I was strong enough to stop it I would never hit back, back then... Even now, I didn't hit back." "Iron Man 2" is scheduled to open May 7, 2010.

[SochBAT]

Howard is SUCH a good actor to play Rhodes.

The anger, and angst!

[ALTRNTV]

Don Cheadle is a good actor, but Terence Howard is gold.
I'll still watch IM:2.

[jackjack]

no that is some major BS

i hate when they do that

[Fries]

Whatever. Hollywood will be Hollywood. I dont really give a fuck as long as they make another BA movie.

[stiizy]

It's fucked up how they cut him on the low....

[exitspeed]

Kind of a messed up way to do it, but Cheadle is a good actor and this doesn't change my excitement for the sequel one little bit.

[stiizy]

I guess but howard did a good job, i think so.....

[exitspeed]

I guess but howard did a good job, i think so.....

Yea, i think he did too. No denying that.

[stiizy]

Damn i know he must be pissed, oh well i guess they needed to go another direction with it.....

[SochBAT]

Okay, lets be honest Mel.

Who looks like they've dealt with more stress? Cheadle? or Howard?

The roles Howard has played prior to IronMan REALLY drive it home for him. He can handle the Bottled-Anger-Thats-Gonna-Explode-in-your-FACE role. He's got that military 'nice' to him, at the same time is intimidating as hell compared to Cheadle.

Cheadle has played some good roles, but none that i've seen match up to the cailber of Rhodey. Howard needs to get in that suit IRL and FUCK Cheadle up.

[exitspeed]

Not saying I prefer Cheadle over Howard, but it's done and I'm not terribly dissapointed because I think Cheadle is a capable actor. I loved this movie.
Rebound: The Legend of Earl "The Goat" Manigault

[theronin]

makin change on the backboard?

[SochBAT]

Damn, even Cheadle doesn't cut it!

Rumors that he's being replaced!

www.latinoreview.com/article=1294-CheadleOut.htm (http://uploader.ws/upload/200810/IronNegro.jpg)

[exitspeed]

Damn, even Cheadle doesn't cut it!

Rumors that he's being replaced!

www.latinoreview.com/article=1294-CheadleOut.htm (http://uploader.ws/upload/200810/IronNegro.jpg)

403 - Forbidden

[stiizy]

Samuel L. Jackson Talks Briefly On 'Iron Man 2' and Don Cheadle

Posted Oct 19th 2008 4:17PM by Wilson Morales (http://www.blackvoices.com/blogs/2008/10/19/samuel-l-jackson-talks-briefly-on-iron-man-2-and-don-cheadle/blogs/bloggers/wilson-morales)
Filed under: It's All Reel (http://www.blackvoices.com/blogs/2008/10/19/samuel-l-jackson-talks-briefly-on-iron-man-2-and-don-cheadle/blogs/category/its-all-reel/), Entertainment (http://www.blackvoices.com/blogs/2008/10/19/samuel-l-jackson-talks-briefly-on-iron-man-2-and-don-cheadle/blogs/category/entertainment/)
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.blackvoices.com/blogs/media/2008/10/furyjackson.jpg

While doing interviews for his latest film, 'Soul Men' in Los Angeles, Samuel L. Jackson talked briefly about his return as Nick Fury in the sequel to 'Iron Man' and working with Don Cheadle, who has replaced Terrence Howard in the role of Jim Rhodes. In the first film, Nick Fury appears to Tony Stark in his house letting him know that he wants to start the Avengers initiative.
Are we going to see more of Nick Fury in 'Iron Man 2'?
Samuel L. Jackson: I saw Jon Favreau last night (at the Scream Awards), and he told me we were. I was standing next to George Lucas and he said to me, 'Hey! I hope you are making your deal with them (Paramount)' and I was like, 'Really' (Laughs)
Are you excited to be working with Don Cheadle?
SLJ: Yes. Don and I are good friends and I think it's going to be an exciting difference. We'll see what happens. It's kind of amazing how (the switch from Terrence Howard to Don Cheadle) that happened.

[jackjack]

still need to pick up the dvd

i've been slackin

[stiizy]

Why Did Marvel Recast Rhodes in Iron Man 2?
Source:Entertainment Weekly (http://www.ew.com/ew/article/0,,20236884,00.html)
November 1, 2008


Why did Marvel Studios recast Col. Jim Rhodes in Iron Man 2 (http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=44655)? The surprise announcement that Don Cheadle was taking over the role from Terrence Howard in the sequel (and now The Avengers (http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=44657)) left many fans wondering what happened. Entertainment Weekly (http://www.ew.com/ew/article/0,,20236884,00.html) has an article possibly explaining how this came to be:

Hollywood insiders believe the exit stems from Terrence Howard's difficult behavior on the set of Iron Man. But those with intimate knowledge of the situation suggest a far more dramatic backstory: Howard was the first actor signed to the film and, on top of that, was the highest-paid. That's right: more than Gwyneth Paltrow. More than Jeff Bridges. More than Robert Downey Jr. And once the project fully came together, it was too late to renegotiate his deal. It didn't help that, according to one source, Favreau and his producers were ultimately unhappy with Howard's performance, and spent a lot of time cutting and reshooting his scenes. (Favreau could not be reached for comment, while Howard's publicist says: ''Terrence had a tremendous experience working on Iron Man.'')

You can read the full article here (http://www.ew.com/ew/article/0,,20236884,00.html).




UGO: You got involved with the script for Iron Man 2 because of your work with Robert Downey Jr…
JT: Robert introduced me to those guys over at Marvel.
UGO: How psyched were you?
JT: I was sooo damn psyched! Are you kidding me? It’s like a dream job. Happy to take that meeting.

http://blog.ugo.com/images/uploads/iron-man_thumb.jpg UGO: So where are you with the script at this point?
JT: We’ve kind of got a first draft around. You know what I mean? I just got back from London where I was working with Robert and Kevin Feige. He was out there. We were talking with Robert, who’s out there doing Sherlock Holmes, he was giving his input and his notes. We’re sort of there. It’s just sort of chugging along. The crews, I think, are now starting to see what they need to make, and the places that we might be going and all the rest within the story. That’s sort of one of the more exciting times.
UGO: So you weren’t involved in the whole Don Cheadle (http://atpictures.com/don/)/Terrence Howard (http://atpictures.com/terrencehoward/)...or were and you want to tell me something…
JT: No, I wasn’t. I genuinely wasn’t. (laughs)
UGO: There have been reports that the role of War Machine was scaled back and then beefed up.
JT: No, that’s all nonsense. Whatever their reason is, I’ll leave that up to Marvel. We’re writing the thing, virtually the same for Rhodey that we would for any actor. We’re really taking what’s going to be the most interesting story for the fans, and what are they going to enjoy watching. And who ever’s in that part is going to have to play that part and make it work for Jon (Favreau) and the fans who are watching the movie.
UGO: So the size of the role wasn’t ever changed?
JT: No. God, no.
UGO: So did you have to, or did you try to accommodate Don Cheadle’s acting style?
JT: I think that will probably be something that comes up...I haven’t met Don, and I think I’m going to in a little bit and I think once I get a better sense of his voice and also hear what he has to say about what he likes about the character and just pick his brain a little bit, then we’ll obviously start to tailor it to him. Once he sort of gets more involved in the process then we’ll start tapering the length of his character...making it fit just right.
UGO: Everyone’s speculating about the villain. Are we talking Mandarin? Or Evil DJ?
JT: (laughs) I think it’s Evil DJ. He could be the villain in this movie. I don’t know. I mean, I do know but I’m not going to let that cat out. I’ll let Jon start discussing when he thinks it’s the right time.
UGO: Considering that everyone’s coming together for the Avengers movie, were you ever told that certain things had to be in the story or that things had to go a certain way?
JT: No. I mean, I think we’re all sort of conscious of the fact that all these people...it is the Marvel universe, but that’s really about as far as we’ve been made...they haven’t given us any instruction as far as we want you to do this or we want you to do that. And really it’s not really a they/us kind of environment, the way they work. It’s just a bunch of guys and girls sitting in a room, trying to come up with stuff and doing what’s right for the movie and what, at the end of the day, is going to be the most interesting film that can be made. Kind of a fun film. I think once we’re sort of locked on that we’ll be able to think about how we can thread things through. There’s a couple little things that we’ve been working on, but it’s not that we’ve been taking meetings with Avengers people. It’s not like we’re six screenwriters sitting in a room from each movie and thinking about how we’re gonna work on each other’s things.
UGO: Have you written Stan Lee’s cameo yet?
JT: No, I don’t think so. (laughs) I don’t know, I don’t know. Jon will anoint him with that cameo, I’m sure.
UGO: Gwyneth Paltrow (http://actressarchives.com/gwyneth/) is still listed as “rumored”. Is she confirmed?
JT: I don’t know. I don’t know if she’s confirmed or not...I’m planning like she is there but I have no idea.
UGO: Finally, what voice do you think you bring to the script, to make it different from the last one?
JT: I’m not really trying to bring a different voice. I’m trying to mimic and sing in the same key as the script that was there before. If anything, I think I bring a knowledge of the way Robert’s mind works. I’ve worked with him once before. Hopefully I’ve proven I have some modicum of creative relationship with Jon and Marvel. So I really think my job is to work with them and not try and strike any new chords. Of course we want to make the story different and interesting. We want the action to be really good. But I think my job is really just to...serve the ultimate guy, which is Iron Man.