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Iron Man 3

14 April 2013English2h 10mPart 3 of the Iron Man series
ActionThriller
out of 10
Recommendedmost critics liked it
Monk Score · 7 scored reviews · 1 not rated

Downey Jr. shines in a fun, action-packed ride that stops short of Avengers heights.

Verdict tier Recommended, most critics liked it, on a scale of Unfavorable, Mixed, Recommended, Exceptional.

  • Praised: spectacular action set pieces
  • Criticised: falls short of Avengers benchmark

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User score 5.8 out of 10 from 17 ratings, Mixed
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What 8 critics are saying

Critical reception for Iron Man 3 is broadly positive, with most reviewers finding it an entertaining and engaging superhero blockbuster. Action sequences — particularly the destruction of Stark's Malibu estate and the mid-air rescue scene — are the most consistently praised elements across reviews, alongside Robert Downey Jr.'s performance in the lead role. Some critics note that the film falls short of the high bar set by The Avengers, and a few point to narrative hitches and a lack of ideological depth as minor shortcomings. Overall sentiment leans favorable, though scores cluster around the 60–80 range, reflecting appreciation tempered by measured reservations.

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Critic reviews (8)

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  1. Top critic

    Rediff

    Film review ·

    From one True Believer to another, thank you, Shane Black. Iron Man has never soared higher.

  2. Top critic

    Indian Express

    Film review ·

    The action sequences are spectacular, particularly the destruction of Stark's sea-cliff home and the skydiving scene where Iron Man rescues people who have been thrown off the US President's plane. Stark also gets a chance to be back where he started and to see if he can do it all over again, with the help of a child. - See more at: http://www.indianexpress.com/news/movie-review-iron-man-3/1108053/0#sthash.i78UbdwG.dpuf

  3. Times Of India

    Film review ·

    From the jaw-dropping attack on Stark's Malibu estate, his brand-new prehensile armour, to a mind-blowing airborne rescue scene, Iron Man 3 is every bit the superhero blockbuster you'd expect it to be. Just do not leave the theatre once the closing credits start rolling!

  4. KoiMoi

    Film review ·

    Iron Man 3 will be an unforgettable gig for most. It creates a brilliant tapestry of drama, suspense and yet with its high humor quotient will have you on the edge of your seats. Yet it will be a misplaced statement to say the film doesn't have hitches.

  5. DNA India

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    Iron Man 3 is funny, engaging, and has some really awesome action scenes. Robert Downey Jr is in form and reminds us why no other actor would work in his place.

  6. IBNLive

    Film review ·

    Overall, 'Iron Man 3' is a story told on a grand canvas which is capable enough of engaging you for 130 minutes but don't look for any ideological deviation of Iron Man even if the world is changing fast.

  7. NDTV

    Film review ·

    With a captivating finale, Iron Man 3 is a slick, inspired fantasy-adventure film that almost anyone can enjoy. Let's pray for the next edition to come soon.

  8. Hindustan Times

    Film review ·

    It's undeniably entertaining – and worth seeing for Kingsley alone – with the misfires never fully overshadowing the moments of glory. But in the wake of the triumph of 'The Avengers', 'Iron Man 3' still feels like something of a disappointment.

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Audience reviews (2)

17 ratings · user score 5.8

  1. Sandeep GuptaMay 2013
    8/10

    Is it the suit which is more important or the man who built the suit. Movie explore this question and explores it pretty well. There are lot of scenes where our hero is without suit, or with partial suit, or with broken suit or so on. But you don't care because you are still having loads of fun and thrills. After Dark Knight trilogy, superheros have become more real, mortal, relatable and charming. Same goes for Iron Man 3. This is the right mix-up of fun, emotions, thrills, action and special effects. Things go never over the top and even if they do there is light humour attached to it. RDJ is again at his charming best. His scenes with little boy are heart rendering. Ben Kingsley is terrific and Guy Pearce good enough. Overall, must watch even in 3D

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  2. Shashwat SisodiaOct 2019
    7/10

    I loved hoe Tony Stark lifts off as an immensely talented superhero. He liftd off literally and figuratively. He deserves his own movie before these superheroes do final assembly as directed. But for now, let's say that Robert Downey Jr. is truly the man with incredible superheroic status in the town, broiling with fervor. And he is so cool that he makes for the bumps in the film's screenwriting, a little clumsy and structural lousiness-laden. I am going with three and a half stsrs for the third part of 'Iron Man' franchise. Not the best, but still, really beyond very engaging.

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