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- First reviewOctober 20, 2009
- Last reviewOctober 21, 2009
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5
Invincible
on October 21, 2009
Posted by: Excelsion
from California
The concept of this show was something I was a bit apprehensive about. After tuning in for a few episodes, I was hooked on the idea that a show like this could possess not only a well-crafted storyline, but also an interesting cast of characters that would help carry it; both things I didn't think could be found in your average superhero cartoon. Howard Stark is killed in the first episode, and his son Tony must carry on his father's goal of collecting and researching the five magical Makluan rings. During this journey, he must also come to terms with his father's death, and the legacy he left behind when Tony is set to inherit the company when he turns eighteen. Along for the ride are Tony's friends, who all contribute something to either the storyline itself or to the development of our hero; who grows over the course of the series. The villains who are introduced feel like actual fleshed out characters, from the unstable Living Laser to the enigmatic Madame Masque, rather than obstacles that the hero must fight for the sake of filling time. As the show progresses, Tony begins to realize hidden secrets about his father he didn't know about and how various events in his life begin to tie back to the late Howard Stark.
The cel-shaded animation is a unique look for the show, and helps it stand out from not only the other CG properties currently airing on television, but also the traditional animated shows as well. The cinematography is creative and dynamic; not only making the fight scenes fun to watch, but everyday tasks look and animated beautifully. While no match for the theatrical works of Pixar and Disney, this show certainly feels like an aesthetic standard that all CG properties on television should strive to achieve.
Overall, I found this show to be a lot more than I thought it would be; especially in a genre I lost interest in long ago. I recommend this show to any sci-fi fans, superhero fans, or anyone simply looking for an animated show with a good, developed story and a memorable cast characters.
What's great about it: Great writing, nice animation, it's in high-de
What's not so great: Single volume release, beginning episodes are a bit slow
I would recommend this to a friend!
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![Iron Man: Armored Adventures, Vol. 1 [Blu-ray]](https://pisces.bbystatic.com/prescaled/500/500/image2/BestBuy_US/images/products/cfb9e2c5-de02-41c0-bb30-e8bbf93b951a.jpg)
This release offers the first collection of six episodes from the hit animated series Iron Man: Armored Adventures, following a teenaged Tony Stark as he employs his genius-level IQ to battle villains - all with the help of his super-powered alter-ego, Iron Man.
Customer Rating
5
Invincible
on October 20, 2009
Posted by: Excelsion
from California
The concept of this show was something I was a bit apprehensive about. After tuning in for a few episodes, I was hooked on the idea that a show like this could possess not only a well-crafted storyline, but also an interesting cast of characters that would help carry it; both things I didn't think could be found in your average superhero cartoon. Howard Stark is killed in the first episode, and his son Tony must carry on his father's goal of collecting and researching the five magical Makluan rings. During this journey, he must also come to terms with his father's death, and the legacy he left behind when Tony is set to inherit the company when he turns eighteen. Along for the ride are Tony's friends, who all contribute something to either the storyline itself or to the development of our hero; who grows over the course of the series. The villains who are introduced feel like actual fleshed out characters, from the unstable Living Laser to the enigmatic Madame Masque, rather than obstacles that the hero must fight for the sake of filling time. As the show progresses, Tony begins to realize hidden secrets about his father he didn't know about and how various events in his life begin to tie back to the late Howard Stark.
The cel-shaded animation is a unique look for the show, and helps it stand out from not only the other CG properties currently airing on television, but also the traditional animated shows as well. The cinematography is creative and dynamic; not only making the fight scenes fun to watch, but everyday tasks look and animated beautifully. While no match for the theatrical works of Pixar and Disney, this show certainly feels like an aesthetic standard that all CG properties on television should strive to achieve.
Overall, I found this show to be a lot more than I thought it would be; especially in a genre I lost interest in long ago. I recommend this show to any sci-fi fans, superhero fans, or anyone simply looking for an animated show with a good, developed story and a memorable cast characters.
What's great about it: Great writing, nice animation, it's in high-def
What's not so great: Single volume release, beginning episode are a bit slow
I would recommend this to a friend!
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