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Iron Man 3 (2013), Director: Shane Black, Rated PG-13 for sci-fi violence

Unleash the power behind the armor.

Film ClipStarring: Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Guy Pearce, Rebecca Hall, Stephanie Szostak, James Badge Dale, Jon Favreau, Ben Kingsley

DML Rating: ★★★★★★★☆☆☆ - good

"I'm Tony Stark. I build neat stuff, got a great girl, occasionally save the world. So why can't I sleep?" – Tony Stark

Why watch this? It's the second best Iron Man film, thanks to cool effects and a great supporting cast.

Plot Summary: Still dealing with the aftermath of saving New York in The Avengers (2012), Tony Stark faces a new foe known as the Mandarin, a ruthless terrorist whose actions destroy Stark's personal life. With his world in ruins, Stark must embark on a harrowing journey, relying on his ingenuity and instincts without the reliance on his advanced suits, to uncover the truth.

Dad's Preview: This is an apt send-off for the hero whose original film started the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The plot is basically similar to the rest: there's a bad guy and our favorite wise-cracking hero must rise to the occasion and bring villain down. This film stands out when Tony goes into hiding and enlists the help of a small town boy - their interactions are really special moments. Also, Tony's secretary and love-interest, Pepper Potts, gets her own dang super-hero moment. Let me state, "It's 'bout time!"


Marvel Studios; Walt Disney Studios Motion Pictures

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