Iron Man 3 Gets A Release Date

[JDLM]

Coming off the news of Disney/Marvel and Paramount's new distribution deal, we now have an official release date for the third installment in Jon Favreau's Iron Man franchise..
We knew Iron Man 3 was on the cards, but director (http://www.kcsr.org/#) Jon Favraeu hasn't said much about it so far. Now we have some news, with Disney acquiring the distribution rights, and now the official release date of May 3rd 2013.

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All that we know about the plot of the third movie is that it will (most likely) feature The Mandarin as the villain. Jon Favreau (http://www.kcsr.org/#) has said of the character..

"You've got to do the Mandarin. The problem with the Mandarin is that the way it's depicted in the comic books, you don't want to see that. He has 10 magical rings — that just doesn't feel right for our franchise. So it's either tech-based, or the rings are not really rings. But maybe with 'Thor' and all those others, you'll introduce magic to that world and it won't seem so out of place."

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[J Rod]

Comes out on my Birthday. Definitely going to go see it.

[Dman03GT]

Disney? Bummer, they're probably going to ruin it.

[Hyper Blue]

Disney? Bummer, they're probably going to ruin it.
:lol2: :wstupid:

[JDLM]

Disney? Bummer, they're probably going to ruin it.

Yeah because distribution of a movie plays a role in production :|

[Hyper Blue]

Yeah, because distribution of a movie plays a role in production.
:doh: Reading fail. My bad.

[FUBAR]

Yeah because distribution of a movie plays a role in production :|

Well... yeah. It does.

This should have ended on one. Now they're making the 3rd, and it's going to continue to get worse until someone pulls the plug.

[Timothy Leary]

Any movie marvel related will be handled by disney wont it? disney does own marvel.

[JDLM]

Well... yeah. It does.

This should have ended on one. Now they're making the 3rd, and it's going to continue to get worse until someone pulls the plug.

It was always meant to be 3 (or more) plus the Avengers (hence #2 being made the way it was)

And I don't think a distro deal will complicate the movie that is like saying Fontana is going to stop Tech from his music


Any movie marvel related will be handled by disney wont it? disney does own marvel.

Yeah they own Marvel

[Hap Hazard]

Any movie marvel related will be handled by disney wont it? disney does own marvel.
Deductive reasoning ITT

[Timothy Leary]

Deductive reasoning ITT

<-----Masterdeducter

[Ryan Stewart]

This should have ended on one. Now they're making the 3rd, and it's going to continue to get worse until someone pulls the plug.

Yeah, two improved as it ended but much worse than the first.

[Hyper Blue]

The only thing that bothered me about part 2 was how easily defeated Mickey Rourke's character was.
He seemed like such a badass, but was never really a threat to Iron Man. :dunno:

[JDLM]

The only thing that bothered me about part 2 was how easily defeated Mickey Rourke's character was.
He seemed like such a badass, but was never really a threat to Iron Man. :dunno:

That was a studio call, IM2 was a gateway into the Avengers more than anything

[Kyle H]

Comes out on my Birthday. Definitely going to go see it.

That my birthday too!

[JDLM]

Jon Favreau Hopes Iron Man 3 Opens Worlds with 'The Mandarin'

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The Iron Man franchise director (http://comicbookmovie.com/fansites/MarvelFreshman/news/?a=26181#) further discusses the third installment, now centered on expanding Tony Stark's real world to the dimensioned Marvel (http://comicbookmovie.com/fansites/MarvelFreshman/news/?a=26181#) Universe. Check it out!
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Sitting down with MTV's Rick Marshall once more, director Jon Favreau (http://comicbookmovie.com/fansites/MarvelFreshman/news/?a=26181#) shares more opinions on the forthcoming Iron Man 3 movie (http://comicbookmovie.com/fansites/MarvelFreshman/news/?a=26181#). He now discusses expanding the "real world" aspect of the franchise, to the real Marvel Universe filled with other worlds and dimensions. With Favreau also revealing that he only has hope for The Mandarin villainzing this time around, watch the interview below.

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"If you remember, 'Iron Man' was a very normal world. It was based in our real world, with a few little things exaggerated," Favreau told MTV News. "The technology was exaggerated slightly, but really it didn't feel like you were stepping into a superhero world. It didn't feel like you were stepping into the Marvel Universe."

"By the time 'Iron Man 3' happens, you will have had three other superheroes revealing themselves at least, in addition to S.H.I.E.L.D. and Black Widow and whoever they have in 'Avengers,'" he explained. "So now you're going into a world where you open up the paper and you're reading about villains and heroes and a lot of people with different types of powers. Everything was tech-based in 'Iron Man,' but the world is opening up very much."

"There's a balance that has to be struck, but there's a tremendous opportunity for humor, and character, and with Joss they got somebody who really understands the underlying material and has proven that he's good and clever with his interpersonal communication," said Favreau. "So I look forward to all of that."

"I'm involved with 'Avengers,' so as I'm working on ['Cowboys & Aliens'], I'm supportive and more than available for them as little or as much as they want me to be," he added.

So does this changing universe and the introduction of magical elements in films like "Thor" mean we're any closer to seeing The Mandarin's diabolical blend of sorcery and science?

"I hope so," said Favreau. "Because all my stuff was tech-based, and now you have other worlds and inter-dimensions and this sense of history — which I think is quite cool — that we started with the Stark Expo."

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Jon Favreau Won't Return To Direct 'Iron Man 3'

By Melissa Molina on December 14, 2010




http://www.latinoreview.com/images/upload/1292365876_image_jon-favreau_l.jpg Directors come and go almost all the time in Hollywood as said random project slowly but surely get off it's feet and makes it's way into pre-production. There's always tons of reasons why a director slips from the cracks off a production, but which reason caused Jon Favreau to not direct "Iron Man 3?"

When it comes to people attached to the "Iron Man" movie franchise, Jon Favreau and Robert Downey Jr's names are the first ones that pop into your head. To hear that Favreau isn't sticking behind the camera on the third installment post-"The Avengers" is a bit of a shocker in itself. There's never been any complaints heard from the Marvel or Favreau camp prior to this sudden announcement, but with most shocking news comes the immediate rumors that seep to the surface.

There are those who speculate that Marvel didn't like the possible $12 to $15 million dollar price tag that would come with keeping Favreau on board. So what better way to shove a director out of the picture than by handing him a jumbled, horrible script? Then again, it could be a number of other reasons going on behind the scenes. Doesn't sound like no blood has been shed since Favreau said a little something about it on Twitter (http://twitter.com/#%21/Jon_Favreau/status/14838249365176320):

"It's true, I'm directing Magic Kingdom, not Iron Man 3. I've had a great run with Marvel and wish them the best."

The unnamed sources are buzzing about, saying that Marvel's quickly on the search for another director. Wonder who they have in mind to fill the director's chair.

Does anybody else feel like this is some-what reminiscent of "X-Men 3?" Normally I hate to bring up such a horrible movie, but Twentieth Century Fox had a slightly similar situation that had the studio going through some directors like tissue paper. Hopefully Marvel will be able to fill the void immediately and continue staying on track with their list of films.

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Shane Black In The Running To Write & Direct Iron Man 3!

It seems potential directors for the third installment of Jon Favreau's Iron Man franchise may be outed one-by-one with Lethal Weapons' Shane Black up first. Check it out!
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After the disappointing departure with director Jon Favreau, and the third installment of his Iron Man franchise, many are open ears to who Marvel Studios will hire to fill his shoes. And now according to The Hollywood Reporter, Lethal Weapons' Shane Black is in contention.

The writer/director has powwowed with Marvel execs about his take on the third installment in the blockbuster franchise. Insiders said that Black's involvement is far from a sure thing, and that other writers and directors were being looked at. Marvel is keeping the story direction of Iron Man 3 -- which returns Robert Downey Jrhttp://images.intellitxt.com/ast/adTypes/mag-glass_10x10.gif (http://comicbookmovie.com/fansites/MarvelFreshman/news/?a=29794#). in the title role -- secret.

If Black, whose other credits include Kiss Kiss Bang Bang & The Last Boy Scout , were to land the gig, it'd reteam him with Robert Downey Jr.http://images.intellitxt.com/ast/adTypes/mag-glass_10x10.gif (http://comicbookmovie.com/fansites/MarvelFreshman/news/?a=29794#) And prior to the release of the original Iron Man, Downey stated that he looked to Shane Black for some guidance as to where 'Tony Stark' should wind up next. Maybe they're on to something, what do you think?


Anyhow, Iron Man 3 is currently slated for theaters May 3, 2013!

[05SRT]

Damn, kiss kiss bang bang was a bad ass movie. Has potential.

[JDLM]

Shane Black To Direct Marvel's 'Iron Man 3' (http://www.deadline.com/2011/02/shane-black-to-direct-marvels-iron-man-3/)


http://www-deadline-com.vimg.net/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/shane.jpg (http://www.deadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2011/01/shane.jpg)EXCLUSIVE: The ever secretive Marvel Studios is in final negotiations with Shane Black to direct Iron Man 3 set to be released on May 3, 2013. As you know , IM1 and IM2 director Jon Favreau begged off to helm Magic Kingdom at Disney so his relationship with the franchise ran its course. Shane is first and foremost a writer but it's not clear whether he'll be penning the IM3 script as well. "That's not figured out," our source says. Of course, everyone in and around Marvel is keeping mum. But Black has a long relationship with Robert Downey Jr since Kiss Kiss, Bang Bang. Not only did Shane make his directing debut on the 2005 cult favorite he co-wrote, but it helped re-launch Downey Jr’s career. http://www-deadline-com.vimg.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/ironman.jpg (http://www.deadline.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/ironman.jpg)When news leaked out that Marvel was meeting with several directors including Shane, fanboys approved. So they should exult now that negotiations are wrapping up with Black's agency WME and manager David Greenblatt's GreenLit Creative. We recall the days way back when that unknown Black submitted a spec script over the transom to Greenblatt who was then a young ICM lit agent. Greenblatt in those days read scripts by wannabes and the two became an inseparable team that continues to this day. (For the uninitiated, Greenblatt was one of the founders of Endeavor, which is now WME.) Black was the screenwriter behind Lethal Weapon 1 and 2 and The Last Boy Scout, and, in the 1980s and 1990s one of the highest paid writers in the action genre. He then decided to go have a life and segue into directing as well. Shane is back and busy now. He's working on Doc Savage, Sony's action project based on the classic pulp hero, and Warner Bros Warner Bros recently hired him to direct a live action adaptation of the Japanese manga series Death Note and oversee a script that’s being written by Anthony Bagarozzi and Charles Mondry, his accomplices on Doc Savage. So let this be a lesson to all you agents who get so arrogant about out-of-the-blue submissions: read every wannabe's screenplay you can get your hands on.

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‘Iron Man 3′ Will Be a Tom Clancy-style Thriller, Says Director/Screenwriter Shane Black (http://www.slashfilm.com/iron-man-3-tom-clancythriller/)

Posted on Monday, March 7th, 2011 by Angie Han (http://www.slashfilm.com/author/angie-han/)
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We’ve known (http://www.slashfilm.com/shane-black-write-direct-iron-man-3/) since last month that Kiss Kiss Bang Bang writer/director Shane Black would be directing Iron Man 3. The question that remained was whether he would also be writing the script. As it turns out, the answer is yes. At the Omaha Film Festivalhttp://images.intellitxt.com/ast/adTypes/mag-glass_10x10.gif (http://www.slashfilm.com/iron-man-3-tom-clancythriller/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+slashfilm+%28%2FFilm%29&utm_content=FaceBook#) this weekend, Black appeared at a panel and briefly discussed Iron Man 3, including a few details about the script. Read more after the jump.
According to a report on Ain’t It Cool News (http://www.aintitcool.com/node/48768), Black is scheduled to meet with star Robert Downey, Jr. this week in order to discuss the screenplay. Downey will be contributing to the script as well, although it is not clear at this point in what capacity or to what extent. The two have worked together previously on the excellent Kiss Kiss Bang Bang, which starred Downey and was written and directed by Black.
Black also said that the studio was not pleased with the direction of Iron Man 2, and that Iron Man 3 would be doing something a little different. Instead of the iron-suited dustups of the first two films, Iron Man 3 will be more along the lines of a Tom Clancy-style thriller, with Iron Manhttp://images.intellitxt.com/ast/adTypes/mag-glass_10x10.gif (http://www.slashfilm.com/iron-man-3-tom-clancythriller/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+slashfilm+%28%2FFilm%29&utm_content=FaceBook#) fighting “real world villains.”
Also notable is Black’s statement that Iron Man 3 will not feature other Marvel heroes. Way back when plans for The Avengers were first announced, plenty of people (myself included) wondered how Marvel would sustain such a complicated, interrelated universe containing so many different film franchises — or whether it even planned to. As it turns out, the crossovers we’ve already seen were just setting up the stage for The Avengers. After that film comes out in May, Black says, we can expect to see a return to single-character stories. Though I still wouldn’t be surprised to see winking references to other Marvel heroes in Iron Man 3.
All in all, it sounds like Iron Man 3 is headed in a very good direction. Although Iron Man 3 will only be Black’s second directorial credit, he’s already proven himself as a screenwriter with films like Lethal Weapon and The Long Kiss Goodnight. The clever, funny tone of Kiss Kiss Bang Bang proved an excellent fit for Downey’s skills, and if Black and Downey can recapture some of that magic for Iron Man 3, it should make for a very entertaining time at the theater.

[FOACAD]

IM3 is gonna be....different. Thats really the only way i can describe how i think it will turn out with Black directing it.

[Fatguy]

"Tom Clancy Style"?


Man the life rafts now.

The only person allowed to write "Tom Clancy style", is Tom Clancy.

If you don't have your own voice, don't try to impersonate others.

(I am a HUGE Tom Clancy fan, as you can tell)

[jasman18]

The plot looks like a shame.
the whole reason IM1 IM2 and The Dark Knight were so succesful is because they were NOT exagerated and everything was based in the real world.
Once you bring "magic" into it, its totally messed up.
Plus now the key director is gone.

Im betting this movie will suck in comparison.

[JDLM]

The plot looks like a shame.
the whole reason IM1 IM2 and The Dark Knight were so succesful is because they were NOT exagerated and everything was based in the real world.
Once you bring "magic" into it, its totally messed up.
Plus now the key director is gone.

Im betting this movie will suck in comparison.

IM2 was a pile of shit in a lot of ways too rushed due to Avenger tie ins

[FOACAD]

The plot looks like a shame.
the whole reason IM1 IM2 and The Dark Knight were so succesful is because they were NOT exagerated and everything was based in the real world.
Once you bring "magic" into it, its totally messed up.
Plus now the key director is gone.

Im betting this movie will suck in comparison.
:skep:

yeah lets not make a comic book based movie anything like the comic book....


uhhhh

IM2 would have been a TON better if it wasnt just a long ass Avengers hinting movie. If they had just focused on the IM story it would have been way better.

[JDLM]

It was talked about they could fit the "science" and the super natural into the movie ie: look @ THOR

[ctprelude]

The plot looks like a shame.
the whole reason IM1 IM2 and The Dark Knight were so succesful is because they were NOT exagerated and everything was based in the real world.
Once you bring "magic" into it, its totally messed up.
Plus now the key director is gone.

Im betting this movie will suck in comparison.

Read the last post about the director and his comments. Sounds like he is keeping it real world based with no magic and whatnot.

[Fatguy]

The plot looks like a shame.
the whole reason IM1 IM2 and The Dark Knight were so succesful is because they were NOT exagerated and everything was based in the real world.
Once you bring "magic" into it, its totally messed up.
Plus now the key director is gone.

Im betting this movie will suck in comparison.

The main problem with IM2 was the structure of the plot, or lack thereof, and I think most would agree with me on that. It was far too "touch and go" with the storyline and its progression. It felt very rushed and clunky.

While I disagree slightly with Jason that it "felt" this way due to the avengers, it still played somewhat of a "part" in that lack of cohesiveness. I think the bigger issue was just taking too much "plot" on, and not having enough time to bring that plot into fruition while maintaining its "reasonable" run time in theaters.

While I LOVE that they are going to (or at least I hope) stick to the plot and stay on track with the progression of the storyline, I fear they might be overreaching with this "Tom Clancy style" ambition.

[jasman18]

Thor movie will be a pile of Shit.
If I wanted magic i would go watch Lord of the Rings.

[JDLM]

Thor movie will be a pile of Shit.
If I wanted magic i would go watch Lord of the Rings.

riiight :lolg:

Kenneth Branagh actually looks like he knows what he is doing, from the costumes to the storyboards

[FOACAD]

Thor movie will be a pile of Shit.
If I wanted magic i would go watch Lord of the Rings.
do you know the storyline of thor at all?


seriously, this isnt just some random new idea that they are putting out. its a story that has so much history and im thrilled to see it brought to the big screen.

sucks that people like you are what keeps them from keeping it closer to the comic book storyline.

[JDLM]

do you know the storyline of thor at all?


seriously, this isnt just some random new idea that they are putting out. its a story that has so much history and im thrilled to see it brought to the big screen.

sucks that people like you are what keeps them from keeping it closer to the comic book storyline.


I for one didn't read the comics of THOR but from the trailer and the screen caps/info/interviews this is sticking pretty close to source material.

[KC_Si]

I'm excited that Shane Black is a part of this. Should make for an interesting movie.

[jasman18]

do you know the storyline of thor at all?


seriously, this isnt just some random new idea that they are putting out. its a story that has so much history and im thrilled to see it brought to the big screen.

sucks that people like you are what keeps them from keeping it closer to the comic book storyline.

Thor Comics were not entertaining to me.
None of the magic marvel characters interested me. (thor, dr strange, ghost rider)
Hell even X men was really pushing it.

Now that the thor movie plot was leaked it just confirmed that its close to the comics storyline making me not interested in seeing it (in theaters)

[silver5liter]

I want favreau back

[Fatguy]

I want favreau back

Favreau is the shit :D

Jasman, if you don't like that it is going to stick somewhat close to the comic storyline, don't go watch it.

Nobody has a gun to your head lol.

[JDLM]

Iron Man 3 to Get a Governor's Welcome

UPDATE: It's official! Gov. Perdue of North Carolina has announced today that Iron Man 3 will film in Wilmington, NC.
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UPDATE: It's official! Gov. Perdue has just announced that Iron Man 3 will be filming in Wilmington, NC.
Perdue said "Iron Man 3" will be the largest movie ever produced in North Carolina. She says it will bring 550 high-quality, well-paying jobs, 1,000 acting opportunities and pump $80 million into the local economy. - wwaytv3.com


Latino Review was the first to announce that Michigan had lost out on Iron Man 3 to Wilmington, NC. Since then, nobody for the film industry of North Carolina or Marvel has confirmed that information. The lack of a confirmation is surely caused by the two sides needing to dot all their I's and cross all their T's.

Also, if the sources are accurate, the code name for Iron Man 3 will be "Caged Heat." A name that is sure to invoke steamy imagery of a female prison, as that was the name of movie that gave late night Cinemax it's reputation.

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Gov. Bev Perdue has scheduled a 2:30 p.m. news conference for "an economic development announcement" at Screen Gems Studios.

In a news release, Screen Gems called said the governor "will announce exciting job and film industry news for EUE/Screen Gems Studios' Wilmington film production facility."

Sources told our affiliate station WTVD in Raleigh "Iron Man 3" will likely film in Wilmington and an announcement could come as early as today. Sources said the deal had not been signed as of last night.

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But Aaron Syrett, director of the N.C. Film Office, also sent out an email Wednesday evening to members of the state film council about the visit.

In the email, Syrett said they had been working diligently on "a very large project that all came together this evening," adding that Perdue would be addressing the media at EUE/Screen Gems studios at 2:30 p.m.

Wilmington Mayor Bill Saffo said earlier Wednesday afternoon that he hadn't received a confirmation from the governor's office about the nature of her appearance.

"Yes, it could be the ‘Iron Man 3' announcement," he said. He added that having the movie film in Wilmington would be a big deal. If "Iron Man 3" films here, "It will be the largest production ever done here in the city of Wilmington," Saffo said.

A call for crew members offers another sign that "Iron Man 3" may be about to land here. While the note describing the job opportunities names another production, recipients are hedging their bets that it's a fake moniker for a much bigger deal.

According to an email obtained by the StarNews, a production calling itself "Caged Heat" is shooting in Wilmington and unit production manager JoAnn Perritano is looking to staff an office now and a second "at some point."

"Though I will be bringing a POC (production office coordinator) from Los Angeles, there are many opportunities," the email states. "I will need APOCs (assistant production office coordinators), a travel coordinator, production secretaries and PAs (production assistants). I will be in town November 1st, 2nd and 3rd. I am hoping to meet potential crew at one point during that trip."

Wilmington Regional Film Commission Director Johnny Griffin declined to confirm if "Caged Heat" was a code name for "Iron Man 3" and said he could not offer additional information.

Perritano is listed on The Internet Movie Database as the past production manager for "The Amazing Spider-Man" (scheduled for release in 2012), "The Social Network" and "G.I. Joe: The Rise of Cobra," among others.

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Shane Black Talks Iron Man 3 at Long Beach Comic Con!

Shane Black, the director of the upcoming third chapter in the Iron Man franchise talks briefly about his take on the character, will there be any references to The Avengers and more. Check it out...
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During the panel at Long Beach Comic Con, director Shane Black talked about his upcoming project Iron Man 3. While it is nothing major, he also shares his thoughts on writer Drew Pearce and what is his main focus for the movie. Thanks to @RIMBreaks for the heads up.http://img252.imageshack.us/img252/9413/44444z.png* There will be references to the Avengers in Iron Man 3, but this will be Tony's movie.

* 'Is Iron Man 3 going to take place during Xmas?' Shane Black - 'It's negotiable.'

* Black wants Jon Faverau to return as Happy Hogan.

* Black thought that the end of The First Avenger: Captain America movie was a big mess.

* On not giving away too much Iron Man spoilers: "Do you want to know what happens when you die? Just wait till you'll die."

* On his IM3 co-writer, Drew Pearce: "These British people...they are really are something! We should have more of them!"

* Shane Black on green screen: "The biggest problem is the actors. Because picturing a non-existent set can make for flat performances."

* His main IM3-related focus is "realism and the potential for evil in all men".
Starring Robert Downey Jr., Iron Man 3 is set to hit theatres on May 3, 2013.

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Shane Black Calls Mandarin "A Racist Caricature"; Confirms Return Of Actors For Iron Man 3!

In a far more detailed description of the "Shane Black Q&A" at Long Beach Comic Con, the director shares his thoughts on Mandarin, reveals which former cast members will return for Iron Man 3, comments on easter eggs, Stan Lee and more...
Thanks to Comic Book Resources (http://www.comicbookresources.com/?page=article&id=35196), we have this detailed rundown of what director Shane Black had to say about helming 2013's Iron Man 3. There are a few comments which I'm sure many of you won't like all that much, although he does seem fairly enthusiastic about working on the project. Personally, I'm not too keen on what he seems to be planning for the movie, while the fact he was seemingly handpicked by Robert Downey Jr. is a little disconcerting as the last creative decision the actor made was getting Justin Theroux to pen the script for the underwhelming Iron Man 2! Anyway, here are a few highlights from the site, while you can read it in full by clicking on the link below.

http://comicbookmovie.com/images/users/uploads/10300/287937129378.jpgSwitching to “Iron Man 3,” Black admitted that ten years ago he would not have believed Marvel would ever make a movie about Iron Man, precisely because he was not that over-muscled stereotypical superhero. Outside of “Iron Man 3,” Black was also involved in the very first “Iron Man,” albeit in a very small way.

“Downey and Favreau came to my house and said, we need your help, and we talked for a few days. That was my participation on ‘Iron Man,’ we talked for a few days,” laughed Black. Uncertain why Favreau left the franchise, Black said that he felt it was most likely because Favreau just had other things he wanted to do. He also stated Downey Jr. was the one who called him to convince Black to jump on the film.

“Robert called me and said, ‘I have big plans for you!’” said Black as the audience laughed again. Though he at first planned to both write and direct the film, Black confessed he was surprised when he found out screenwriter Drew Pearce was going to write the script.

“All of a sudden I’m reading the paper and it’s like, Drew Pearce writing Iron Man! I went to work and said, ‘You guys, he’s British for Christ sakes!’” said Black, continuing, “But what happened was this great collaboration and friendship with this great, lovely British writer.”

“We decided that the villain was going to be the Melter – no, I’m kidding,” added Black as the audience laughed. The director continued, “That’s the problem, isn’t it? Iron Man never really had good villains.” When audience members suggested the Mandarin, Black dismissed it as a racist caricature. The director then said he was not going to divulge any detail about who the villain would be, stating that it was more satisfying to see the movie without knowing everything beforehand.

Touching on the second “Iron Man” movie, Black stated that while it was successful commercially, he believed it was critically ill received as the movie made a lot of “half choices” and that Stark was not a “proactive” hero in it.

“The middle of the movie is Tony Stark sitting around his house!” complained Black. Emphasizing high stakes as extremely important to a movie, Black said that in “Iron Man 3” he hoped to make bold choices and planned to set up multiple payoffs and reversals. He suddenly quizzed the audience on what a reversal was, and one audience member said it was an event or bit of information that shifted your perception.

“I love the tinker toy approach, I love having a set…really I’m just playing,” added Black.

The director then stated he loved “Thor,” to which the audience cheered and applauded. However, “I just keep going back to the Pixar things,” admitted Black with a laugh, citing “The Incredibles” as “Brilliant.”

Opening the floor to audience questions, the first audience member to the microphone jokingly asked if “Iron Man 3” takes place at Christmas, like so many of Black’s other films.

“I wouldn’t rule it out,” said Black as the audience laughed.

The next audience member asked Black whether he preferred practical effects or digital ones and Black said that at this point CG often looks more real than the practical effects, explaining that Iron Man’s real armor looks faker onscreen than the CGI version. “These movies are so hard because you don’t know until two weeks before you come out what they are going to look like,” said Black.

Going back to “Iron Man 3” Black told the audience that he requested that director Jon Favreau return as Happy Hogan in the film. “I love him as an actor,” said Black as the audience cheered. He also revealed that outside of a few references, “Iron Man 3” would not involve the Avengers and would focus squarely on Tony Stark.

“We really want to make it Tony’s movie,” said Black. The director also confirmed that Gwyneth Paltrow and Don Cheadle would return as Pepper Potts and Rhoades, respectively. A female audience member asked if the rumor that Black Widow was returning to the film was true.

“I’ll check the script and see if that’s in there,” said Black as the audience laughed.

Turning to the next audience question, Black said he felt Downey Jr. was perfect to play Tony Stark. “Tony is so indelibly Robert,” said Black. “Robert and I share a voice…if I leave a line open, he’ll supply the ending because we both tend to go to the same place with our characters.”

The same audience member wanted to then know if there was a particular “Iron Man” run that will influence “Iron Man 3.”

“I like the storyline where he was rich and there was a villain and then he wins,” said Black as the audience laughed. He added that he went back and read a lot of Iron Man comics as research for the film but, “I cannot speak about the particulars of Iron Man,” said Black.

While poking fun at Marvel Studios for stretching their budgets to the limits, Black said that Marvel has been good to him, naming Marvel Studio’s Kevin Feige as “terrific.”

“What’s not to like other than a paycheck?” joked Black and the audience laughed. The director added that there will be a Stan Lee cameo in the film, but he does not know what yet. “It will correspond to his schedule, but I don’t know,” said Black, adding that the “Easter egg stuff” was the last thing on his mind when making the film.

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RUMOR: Possible IRON MAN 3 Details Leak

http://media.comicbookmovie.com/images/articles/56196.jpg Latino Review claim to have a few juicy details on how Tony Stark's third outing will shake out, and if they are legit the plot may be taking a cue from one of the most famous Iron Man stories.. [/URL]


So a scooper over at Latino Review reckons Shane Black's Iron Man 3 might just be based, at least in part, on the incredibly popular "Extremis" story-line from the comics. They say they can't go into too much detail but what follows is what they do tell us..

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Nanobots, people!

- Nanobots that make villains

- Nanobots that can also make Tony Stark more than a man in a suit.

- Which is an idea planted in Tony Stark’s head by Captain America in THE AVENGERS because Avengers leads directly into Iron Man 3.

- Production on Iron Man 3 starts in May.

Now although "nanobots" are not necessarily specific to the Extremis story-line, I'm pretty sure that is what these guys are referencing. In that arc by Warren Ellis, Tony Stark is basically upgraded into a type of "Cyborg" himself - separate to the technology powering his suit. It's a lot more complex that that but I'm not going into it here, Google is your friend! But it does involve nano-technology (as far as I can remember they don't actually use the term "nanobot"). As for that part about Nanobots making villains? Well in the Extremis story-line Stark goes up against a character known simply as "Mallen", but I'm going to hazard a guess that he will not be the main antagonist in the story. So who could it be? Well these details could also tie in to an appearance by The Mandarin, who was also involved with Extremis in a later story when he released the "virus" on a large scale as part of his plan to 'reshape' the human race. That character has long been rumored and hoped for, could he be a possibility given this information, and assuming it's on the level? Latino Review tend to be pretty reliable, but we will find out soon enough if their theory on The Avengers tying directly into Iron Man 3 is correct when the [URL="http://www.powerlinks.com/api/powerlink-click-custom?id=63&keyword=movie&advertiser_intext_ad_id=15&campaign_id=931"]movie (http://www.comicbookmovie.com/profiles/?u=RorMachine) comes out in a few weeks.

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Scarlett Johansson To Return As Black Widow In IRON MAN 3?

http://media.comicbookmovie.com/images/articles/56951.jpg A new casting call for extras may reveal a few previously unconfirmed details about the movie, including the return of Johansson as Natasha Romanov and Don Cheadle as James "Rhodey" Rhodes... [/URL]


Looks like Scarlett Johansson is set to return as Black Widow in Iron Man 3, according to [URL="http://www.featurefilmcasting.com/2011/11/walt-disney-studiosmarvel-studios-iron.html"]Feature Film Casting (http://www.comicbookmovie.com/profiles/?u=RorMachine) anyway.

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The site is reporting on a new casting call for the Shane Black directed threequel. Along with the call for extras and a few (previously known) details on the movie, they reckon Johansson's return as Black Widow is a done deal. They also report that Don Cheadle will be back as Rhodey, and Gwyneth Paltrow will once again appear as Pepper Potts.

The casting call is definitely legit, but the site has been known to get ahead of themselves with other details in the past which is why - even though this is being reported as official confirmation by other sites - we'll keep a question mark over it. Although it's not exactly a stretch that those particular cast members would be returning anyway. We will of course see Miss Johansson as Black Widow before this, when Marvel's The Avengers hits theaters May 4th.

Here is what we know so far about Iron Man 3..

“The storyline is being described by writer-director Shane Black as being a Tom Clancy-thriller, with Iron Man fighting real world villains. Black stated, “the studio wasn’t happy with the result of Iron Man 2, as a result that pretty much came about due to a rushed production schedule in an attempt to hit a release date rather than simply make a good film, but I digress. Iron Man 3 will not be another, ‘two men in iron suits fighting each other’.”

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Ben Kingsley In Talks For Villain Role IRON MAN 3; Movie Will Be Based On "Extremis"

Marvel Studios are in "final talks" with Ben Kingsley to star in Iron Man 3 in a currently undisclosed role. Sources indicate that he will NOT be playing The Mandarin and the the film will be based on "Extremis". [/URL]


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[URL="http://www.showblitz.com/2012/04/kinsgley-in-talks-for-iron-man-3-villain.html"]Showblitz (http://www.comicbookmovie.com/profiles/?u=JoshWilding) reveal that Ben Kingsley is set to play the villain in Iron Man 3. Director Shane Black has previously revealed that he has no interest in bringing the Mandarin to the big screen (describing him as, "a racist caricature"). While Marvel has refused to comment on the deal, insiders have confirmed his involvement and denied that he will play the iconic villain. In Iron Man 3, which the site reveal will be loosely based on Warren Ellis' "Extremis", Kingsley is set to play a villainous role which revolves around the virus. The arc didn't actually feature a villain who matches Kingsley, so whether his character will be a new creation or based on another character from the Marvel Universe remains to be seen.

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Kevin Feige Says IRON MAN 3 Won't Be What We Are Expecting

http://media.comicbookmovie.com/images/articles/58143.jpg The Marvel Pres promises a "very unique" outing for The Armored Avenger in his upcoming threequel, and says the story will find Tony Stark a "changed individual".. [/URL]


After two solo [URL="http://www.powerlinks.com/api/powerlink-click-custom?id=63&keyword=movies&advertiser_intext_ad_id=15&campaign_id=931"]movies (http://www.comicbookmovie.com/profiles/?u=RorMachine) and an appearance in The Avengers, fans might figure they pretty much know what to expect from a Marvel Iron Man flick. But while speaking to ABC News, Kevin Feige suggests that along with a new director in Shane Black, we can also expect a different approach to the material..

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“It’s going to be very different, very unique and I think not ascribe to any specific formula that they think they may have pegged us on. It’s all in the story. It’s where you take Tony Stark on his journey in an unexpected way and have him come out of the Avengers a slightly changed individual, which people will see when they see the movie.

I believe each movie, whether it’s a new character movie (http://www.powerlinks.com/api/powerlink-click-custom?id=63&keyword=movie&advertiser_intext_ad_id=15&campaign_id=931) or the sequel to an existing character movie, needs to have its own set, its own formula, its own rules.”

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Guy Pearce Up for Iron Man 3 Role


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http://comingsoon.net/nextraimages/guy-iron-man-3.jpgGuy Pearce, who recently starrred in Lockout and who appears in the upcoming [URL="http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=55915"]Prometheus (http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/170305-guy-pearce-up-for-iron-man-3-role#), is up for a role in the soon-to-shoot Iron Man 3 (http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=70865), Variety (http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118052904) reports.

Pearce would play Dr. Aldrich Killian in the Shane Black film. In the comics, Killian is a genetict scientist who was a key player in Warren Ellis' 2005 comic book storyline "Extremis", long-rumored to be a focus of the new film's plot. The Ellis tale involves the creation of a nanotech virus.

If he officially signs on, Pearce will join Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle and Ben Kingsley on the Marvel Studios and Walt Disney Pictures project, which is beginning production in North Carolina and will, as was revealed earlier this week (http://www.comingsoon.net/news/movienews.php?id=89263), will be co-produced in China.

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Jessica Chastain In Talks To Join The Cast Of IRON MAN 3

http://media.comicbookmovie.com/images/articles/58462.jpg Marvel Studios has reportedly been meeting with the likes of Diane Kruger, Gemma Arterton and Isla Fisher, but Jessica Chastain is now front runner for a starring role in Iron Man 3. Hit the jump for details. [/URL]



http://comicbookmovie.com/images/users/uploads/10300/char_21010.jpgDeadline (http://www.comicbookmovie.com/profiles/?u=JoshWilding) reveal that Take Shelter star Jessica Chastain is the frontrunner for a role in the third instalment of Marvel Studios' Iron Man franchise. While it initially appeared that scheduling conflicts would make her unavailable (hence why they have been meeting with the actresses listed above) it now appears that she may in fact be able to play a character who the site describes as, "a sexy scientist every bit as smart as Tony Stark." Fans of "Extremis" will know that this is more than likely Maya Hansen, an old flame of Tony's who plays a pivotal role in the storyline which Shane Black's movie (http://www.powerlinks.com/api/powerlink-click-custom?id=63&keyword=movie&advertiser_intext_ad_id=15&campaign_id=931) so far appears to be based upon.

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Is Andy Lau Joining The Cast Of IRON MAN 3?

http://media.comicbookmovie.com/images/articles/58485.jpg Apparently the Infernal Affairs actor is in negotiations to join the already very impressive cast of the Marvel threequel. Would he play The Mandarin? Click to find out..


According to Twitch, Chinese superstar Any Lau (Infernal Affairs, House Of The Flying Daggers) may be joining the growing cast of Shane Black's Iron Man 3. The site report that a very reliable source within Disney informs them that the movie's Chinese backers are keen to have a big Chinese name attached to the movie, and Any Lau is the man they want.

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But before you jump to Manadrin shaped conclusions, it seems that should Lau accept the role he will not be playing the comic book villain widely believed to be Tony Stark's nemesis this time around. According to Twitch..

Word is that Lau (or whoever finally lands the role) would play a good guy - a Chinese scientist who comes to the aid of his old buddy Tony Stark (Robert Downey, Jr.) by providing him with some new tech that will help him battle Ben Kingsley's villain, but more importantly Aldrich Killian (Guy Pearce) and his Extremis biotechnology.

Lau is one of Hong Kong's most commercially successful actors, and a great talent so I hope he does sign up for this. Last night it was reported that Jessica Chastain might be joining the cast, and both Ben Kingsley and Guy Pearce are also said to be on board. Not bad eh? More news on this as we have it.

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Shane Black Discusses IRON MAN 3 Direction; Declares the Film A "Technological Thriller"

http://media.comicbookmovie.com/images/articles/58541.png Vaguely offering insight to his direction for Marvel Studios' next outing post-The Avengers (http://www.powerlinks.com/api/powerlink-click-custom?id=63&keyword=The%20Avengers&campaign_id=1111), Iron Man 3 director Shane Black also comments on the villain. Hit the jump and check it out! [/URL]


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Over in Las Vegas, the annual CinemaCon convention is well underway. And according to ComingSoon, Disney's presentation kicked off with a Marvel Studios feature. Apparently focused on the studios' upcoming slate, a sizzle reel was shown featuring soundbites with head honcho Kevin Feige & Iron Man 3 helmer Shane (http://www.powerlinks.com/api/powerlink-click-custom?id=63&keyword=Shane&campaign_id=1111) Black.

Declaring the movie a "technological thriller" and "crisis movie," Black says it's set in the world of "international war, arms and terror." And he adds that they'll "put Tony Stark (http://www.powerlinks.com/api/powerlink-click-custom?id=63&keyword=Stark&campaign_id=1111) through the wringer" as they explore the trials of being Tony Stark. Regarding the villain, Black said he'll be one that will "frighten in today's world."

In other Iron Man 3 news: The Hollywood Reporter suggests that actress Jessica Chastain, who is in talks for a "sexy scientist role," will play a supporting role rather than female lead. That spot belongs only to Gwyneth Paltrow's Virginia Potts, who THR's insiders say will be a beefed-up presence in the new movie.

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IRON MAN 3 Update, The Mandarin Might Not Be The Mandarin...

http://media.comicbookmovie.com/images/articles/58556.jpg Here's an update on the Iron Man III story surrounding Ben Kingsley (http://www.comicbookmovie.com/fansites/JoshWildingNewsAndReviews/news/?a=57630), The Mandarin and how the villain will be woven into the tech-dominant world of the Iron Man film series. [/URL]


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[URL="http://www.neonpunch.com/is-andy-lau-going-to-be-cast-as-the-mandarin-in-iron-man-3/"]Neonpunch (http://www.comicbookmovie.com/profiles/?u=MarkJulian), the site which broke the story of Andy Lau's (http://www.comicbookmovie.com/fansites/rorschachsrants/news/?a=58485) involvement with Iron Man 3 now has more info about how The Mandarin may be depicted in the third Iron Man movie.

Reportedly---

Andy Lau’s character will be an OLD FRIEND OF TONY STARK’S that represents China’s technology sector – and will use China’s armored heroes to HELP Iron Man defeat “The Mandarin” who is seen as a terrorist against both the US and China.

Neonpunch goes on to report that Kingsley could be playing the leader of "a group called The Mandarin" which sets off a global chain of events that sets off a war of Iron Men.

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Life After Robert Donwey Jr. Hangs Up His Repulsors. Kevin Feige Says A New Actor Will Continue On Similar To James Bond

http://media.comicbookmovie.com/images/articles/58710.jpg Robert Downey Jr. (RDJ) isn't getting any younger and one day he'll have to stop being Iron Man (http://www.comicbookmovie.com/iron_man/). Will Marvel reboot or continue on? Kevin Feige has the answer. [/URL]


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[URL="http://badassdigest.com/2012/04/27/marvels-kevin-feige-says-iron-man-is-like-james-bond-you-can-change-the-act?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+badassdigest+%28Badass+Digest +ALL%29"]Badass Digest (http://www.comicbookmovie.com/profiles/?u=MarkJulian) talked to Feige at CinemaCon about something I've been thinking about for quite some time. Robert Downey Jr. (47) is not going to play Iron Man forever. The question is, how much longer? With the MCU set up for all intents and purposes as a cinematic comic book universe, the stories will just continue on unless there's a New 52 wholesale reboot. Unlike their comic book counterparts, the actors that suit up in superhero movies (http://www.powerlinks.com/api/powerlink-click-custom?id=63&keyword=movies&advertiser_intext_ad_id=15&campaign_id=931) age [some very badly]. And while most of the Marvel heroes are young, RDJ is no spring chicken and will likely be the first actor {RDJ or Samuel L. Jackson] who will say goodbye to his franchise. Here's what Marvel Studios President Kevin Feige said when he was presented with this very dilemma.


FEIGE: "I think Bond is a good example. Let’s put it this way: I hope Downey makes a lot of movies (http://www.powerlinks.com/api/powerlink-click-custom?id=63&keyword=movies&advertiser_intext_ad_id=15&campaign_id=931) for us as Stark. If and when he doesn’t, and I’m still here making these movies, we don’t take him to Afghanistan and have him wounded again. I think we James Bond it."

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Rebecca Hall To Replace Jessica Chastain In IRON MAN 3

http://media.comicbookmovie.com/images/articles/59406.jpg According to Variety (http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118053703) actress Rebecca Hall from The Town is in negotiations to replace Jessica Chastain as one of the female leads in Shane Black's Iron Man 3. [/URL]


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http://media.comicbookmovie.com/images/users/uploads/20773/rebeccaside6996b.jpg[URL="http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118053703"]Variety (http://www.comicbookmovie.com/profiles/?u=nailbiter111) is reporting that Rebecca Hall, who starred in Ben Affleck's The Town is currently in negotiations to join the cast of Iron Man 3. If she signs on she will be replacing Jessica Chastain, who just yesterday dropped out due to a scheduling conflict. The role is reportedly Maya Hansen, a female scientist and old flame of Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.).

Thesp would play a scientist who plays a pivotal role in the creation of a nanotechnology, known as Extremis, that winds up being sold to terrorists.

Plot will borrow elements from Warren Ellis' six-issue "Iron Man: Extremis," that also heavily influenced the first "Iron Man" pic, and focuses on the spread of a virus through nanotechnology.

Iron Man 3 will be directed by Shane Black, and is expected to hit theaters May 3, 2013! The film stars: Robert Downey Jr. (Tony Stark), Gwyneth Paltrow (Virginia Potts), Don Cheadle (Col. James Rhodes), and with Ben Kingsley as the main villain.

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James Badge Dale Joins Iron Man 3 Cast


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http://comingsoon.net/nextraimages/daleironman3.jpgJames Badge Dale (The Grey, Shame) has joined the cast of Marvel Studios' [URL="http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=70865"]Iron Man 3 (http://www.superherohype.com/news/articles/170645-james-badge-dale-joins-iron-man-3-cast#), reports Variety (http://www.variety.com/article/VR1118054125?refCatId=13).
The trade says: "Dale will play Eric Savin. In the Marvel comicbooks, he's a Lieutenant Colonel in the U.S. Army put in charge of Project: Ultra. After stepping on a land mine, cybernetic surgery is performed on him and he's resurrected as the cyborg Coldblood."
The third installment starts filming this month in North Carolina and stars Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Guy Pearce, Ben Kingsley and Rebecca Hall. Shane Black will direct a script he co-wrote with Drew Pearce. Iron Man 3 (http://www.comingsoon.net/films.php?id=70865) will hit theaters on May 3, 2013.

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New IRON MAN 3 Details, Filming Locations, Two Minor Cast Additions And More Revealed

http://media.comicbookmovie.com/images/articles/59992.png Verifying Chinese actor Andy Lau's role, along with minor cast additions, a Hong-Kong-based newspaper has revealed new details surrounding the production of Iron Man 3, including the villain! [/URL]


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Following (http://www.powerlinks.com/api/powerlink-click-custom?id=63&keyword=Following&campaign_id=1111) reports that Chinese actor-singer Andy Lau had landed a Scientist role in Marvel Studios' next outing post-The Avengers (http://www.powerlinks.com/api/powerlink-click-custom?id=63&keyword=The%20Avengers&campaign_id=1111), Iron Man 3, Hong-Kong-based newspaper Apple Daily has confirmed the role, in addition to more production details. Praising the amount of screen time Andy will supposedly have, the report adds that Chinese actresses Fan Bingbing and Yang Mi are joining the Shane (http://www.powerlinks.com/api/powerlink-click-custom?id=63&keyword=Shane&campaign_id=1111) Black-directed threequel as as Andy’s wife and assistant respectively. What's rather more interesting in the report (transcribed via AndyLauSounds) says:

The film will have location shooting in Beijing and Shanghai, it will narrates that the daughter of Robert Downey Jr.’s friend was kidnapped and brought to China, in order to save his friend’s daughter, he flew over from America to China to seek help from Andy to strengthen his abilities to fight The Mandarin. You will see Iron Man fly over The Great Wall (http://www.powerlinks.com/api/powerlink-click-custom?id=63&keyword=The%20Great%20Wall&campaign_id=1111) of China, National Palace Museum and other landmarks in Shanghai...May 2013

Although veteran actor Ben Kinglsey's role has yet to be disclosed, the report lists The Mandarin. Suggesting why the villain won't be of Chinese descent, a la his source material, the reports explains:

In order not to hurt the feelings of Western and Chinese audience, the story will not focus so much on the villain’s background as not to display the Chinese as evil. [The production] had already got approval from the State Administration of Radio Film and Television in order to be shot, all contents that harms Chinese image had been “removed”, this explains why the villain will be a bit different from the original comic

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(Pictured from left to right: Andy Lau, Fan Bingbing, Yang Mi)