Synopsis: Marvel Studios’ “Iron Man 3” pits brash-but-brilliant industrialist Tony Stark/Iron Man against an enemy whose reach knows no bounds. When Stark finds his personal world destroyed at his enemy’s hands, he embarks on a harrowing quest to find those responsible.

Release Date:  May 3, 2013

Thoughts:  After the universally affirmed gigantic success of The Avengers earlier this year, expectations are high that Iron Man 3 will continue the cash flow to Marvel Studios.  I was probably the only person that preferred Iron Man 2 to its predecessor and as entertaining as Robert Downey Jr. is in the role, in general I’ve felt a bit cool toward his Tony Stark.  The Avengers shifted my opinion a bit and this first trailer for Iron Man 3 is a real winner.  Showcasing some excellent effects and introducing the workings of a compelling story arc, I’m quite interested to see where new director Shane Black takes this next installment as I always thought previous director Jon Favreau’s vision was a bit lugheaded.  It’s going to be a boffo hit regardless…but this preview hints that something epic is in store.