I think so, and if you're familiar with the character of Tony Stark, there is a definite parallel.
2007-07-30 13:38:26 · 14 answers · asked by Deke 5 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Comics & Animation
He's a good chocie from the standpoint of Tony Stark's personal demons, but physically he's a stretch (no pun intended) I'm also worried that with a 2-hour movie as opposed to a TV series, how much time can be dedicated to Tony's alcohol problems as opposed the more important story elements- the development of the armor, becoming a superhero, keeping his identity a secret?
The Iron Man armor will be CGI so that's no problem- it doesn't matter who the actor is for the action scenes. But Stark is a tall, handsome guy- when he enters the room at some black-tie affair, people notice. He has a larger-than-life presence about him, especially for the ladies. So I think from that perspective, Robert Downey Jr wasn't the best choice. But he's a great actor and I'm willing to see how he tackles the challenge. After all, it's not like Clark Gable was available these days :)
2007-07-30 14:05:07 · answer #1 · answered by C-Man 7 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Robert Downey, addict, Tony Stark, addict. Sounds like stunt casting to get people talking. The thing is I agree Robert Downey Jr. can act so that's okay. By the way for the other answerer's, Stan Lee does not control Marvel, he is however a profit participant when they make movies ( being one of the creators of the character, he should be) . My guess is the special effects will be the star, so they could've got Martin Short for the lead and it wouldn't have hurt the box office.
2016-04-01 01:50:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think Robert Downey Jr. looks a lot like Tony Stark although I don't think Robert has enough of the playboy charactistic. I think he will do very well in the film. Word on the street is the trailer is pretty good. Fingers crossed. I am hoping it will be a good movie. The only other person I could think that would play him well would be Ben Affleck with a goatee. He would have to lose some weight though. :)
2007-07-30 13:50:54 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 0⤋
I think Robert Downey is a great actor and I hope he does well. I'm not familiar with Tony Stark but will look forward to seeing Iron Man when it is released.
2007-07-30 13:41:05 · answer #4 · answered by QWERTY 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Not familiar with character of Tony Stark, but I think Roert Downey, Jr. is a terrific actor and would nail any role he was in.
2007-07-30 14:12:08 · answer #5 · answered by soupkitty 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I don't know to much about Tony Stark, but I know he's a rich corporate guy who is into defense, right? I like Downey Jr., I'd love to see that movie.
2007-07-30 13:41:52 · answer #6 · answered by Trivia Gal 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
ive been a iron man fan since in was a kid, i think robert downey jr would make a good tony stark, all he needs now is a little more muscle and the mustache like tony has!
2007-07-30 13:41:14 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Perfect choice. That guy can act.
Plus the movie will have to deal with his alcoholism and abuse - its part of his character. Downey will finally bring some acting to a superhero movie.
2007-07-30 14:04:41 · answer #8 · answered by eastacademic 7 · 2⤊ 0⤋
Congratulations on finding out info that was announced in March
Yeah great choice although tony hit the bottle and Bobby hit the blow
Mickey Colin Farrel was bulls-eye how would that pan out
okay Rebbecca Romaine was Mystique and the chick in punisher but c'mon...shape-shifter
Other considerations. Nick Cage=took Ghost Rider instead
Tom Cruise....too short
2007-07-30 13:41:33 · answer #9 · answered by Scratchy_Joe 4 · 2⤊ 2⤋
No WAY!
I like Robert. He is an excellent actor and he's been my fave since Chaplin, but Tony Stark he is NOT!
2007-07-30 13:48:51 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋