..as in the amusement park franchise

that pretty much sums up this roller coaster ride. the latest in the iron man franchise has everything from cotton candy carnaval rides to top thrill coaster free-falls. brilliant visuals, sharp details, and plenty of witty banter to keep even the harshest critic grinning.

solid chemistry among the cast made for a fluid adventure with plenty of comic relief thrown about. *i actually enjoyed the retooled origin of the mandarin (kingsly nailed it). aside from the inept relationship between stark and his newfound youth confidant, the film surfs the clouds as effortlessly as its iron-clad hero.

no real surprises here, but plenty of action to kick-start blockbuster season.

B+


*skatin' the rings of saturn*

..and miles to go before i sleep...