Marvel Comics character, Iron Man, will be hitting the big screen in Paramount Pictures presentation of the classic comic. Comic book collectors must be jumping out of their skin with the possibility of rising comics prices in the wake of the film! This is set to be a stunning combination of visual effects and a riveting storyline. The trailer was recently released at Wondercon 2008 to rave reviews, and the comic itself has long been a popular eBay item in addition to its status as a comic book icon.
The basic story follows Tony Stark (another comic book billionaire, a la Bruce Wayne) as he is kidnapped and forced to build an awful super-weapon. Instead, he is able to escape by building a mechanical suit of armor and using the new device. When he discovers an evil plot putting the planet in peril, he once again dons the suit in a battle for justice as Iron Man. The actors will include Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark (Iron Man), Gwyneth Paltrow, Terrence Howard, and Jeff Bridges. For the complete rundown, including trailers and commentary, check out Comic Book Resources or the Official Iron Man Movie site.
