Iron Man, and why you should see it now.

[ThunderMonkey]

What Marvel would you like to see done next if you can force them to make any Marvel character into a film that has yet to appear in any film?

The Invaders...

It was the first superhero comic book I ever read. I would love to see a pure WWII pic with Captain America, the original Human Torch and the Submariner.

Moon Knight would be cool too.

[Psion]

What Marvel would you like to see done next if you can force them to make any Marvel character into a film that has yet to appear in any film?

Well, Iron Man was always my favorite Marvel character. So what do you get for the childhood comics fan who has everything?

Avengers is already on the way as well.

Hmmm. She-hulk? Eternals? Alpha Flight?

[Gatac]

Deadpool's gonna be in the Wolverine movie. Played by Ryan Reynolds.

Hell yeah.

Gatac

[Desertpuma]

DAMN!! ... It's gonna be good!

[Crafty_Pat]

Awesome, awesome comic book movie. It "gets" what made movies like Spider-man so great - never takes itself too seriously, really well fleshed  out main character, doesn't get into a convoluted plot. I loved it, and so did my wife.

I spent about 30 seconds during the cave portion of the movie thinking, "Where's the catalyst for this whole suit idea? Aren't they going to justify this leap?" Then I realized they weren't shooting for that kind of movie and I settled in for the ride - and what an amazing, kick-ass ride it was. Not every movie needs to explain or justify every step, and Favreau clearly gets when it isn't necessary.

The Marvel comic I most want to see adapted as a movie: Strikeforce: Morituri, though Rom and Alpha Flight would be cool too.

My top five comic movies (until Dark Knight and Watchmen hit anyway)...

The Rocketeer
Superman: The Motion Picture
Batman Returns/Batman Begins (tie - I have a huge soft spot for Returns)
V for Vendetta
Spider-Man 2 (for "Go Get 'Em Tiger" alone)

Man that's a rough list to put together. The last decade has been really good to comic movies but I can't let go of some of the classics. I sooo want to include Hellboy in that list but despite the wonderfully realized tone and characters the film was ultimately kinda uneven - and the end was a huge let-down. Iron Man is fantastic, but doesn't quite rise to legendary status for me. I'll give both honorable mention, along with Constantine, The Crow, 30 Days of Night, From Hell, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (the first one).

I don't count Unbreakable or The Incredibles as comic movies, as they're original celluloid creations. Same with Iron Giant, which would otherwise nab a spot in my Top 5 without question.

[Psion]

I don't count Unbreakable or The Incredibles as comic movies, as they're original celluloid creations. Same with Iron Giant, which would otherwise nab a spot in my Top 5 without question.

Which is why I only have Incredibles as a "parenthetical" entry.

But it's the first movie in a long time that made me want to supers game. That's worth something in my book. 

[Krensky]

I don't count Unbreakable or The Incredibles as comic movies, as they're original celluloid creations. Same with Iron Giant, which would otherwise nab a spot in my Top 5 without question.

Granted, but the original question was about super hero movies, not necessarily comic book ones.

[Agent 333]

Lets see, for me it'd have to go:

1. Iron Man
2. Spider-Man 2 (Doc Ock >> Green Goblin)
3. Unbreakable
4. Batman Begins
5. Ghost Rider (Worth it just for the hellfire shotgun)

Incredibles was an awesome movie, but not a good super-hero movie, if that makes any sense.

WARNING: This list is just off my head and any severe analysis may make it tumble to the ground. The only one that's secure in its position is Iron Man.

[Desertpuma]

I'll redo my list to keep for the comics then:

1. Iron Man
2. Batman Begins
3. X-Men 2
4. The Rocketeer
5. Superman (1978)

This is subject to change based upon Dark Knight, The Spirit, Watchman, and The Hulk (Edward Norton version)

[VisualStatic]

My 2 cents.

For anyone who has never read the comics, great intro.  Very much in the vein of a Batman Begins, like many of the comic moves have needed to be.

For long time fans of the comics, with any adaptation somethings will get lost, change or modified, but that doesn't change the fact that this is a wonderful modern day introduction.

To me, this has been my favorite comic movie with Batman Begins very close, maybe even a tie.

I thought it was just the right tempo, something that sets a foundation to build on.  Not too much action as to be over the top, and not too bogged down in story to drag.   RDJ was brillant, just the right swagger, smugness and wit to not be overbearing and still be believeable.   I generally only see a movie in the theater once, I may have to go again in a week or two just for the fun.

Oh, and the surprise after the credits was classic.

[ThunderMonkey]

The Marvel comic I most want to see adapted as a movie: Strikeforce: Morituri, though Rom and Alpha Flight

Strikeforce: Morituri... F-ing SWEET! That series has inspired me on several projects.

An honorable mention to me would be Ang Lee's "The Hulk". (Tornado-ape and I often argue about this). However, Lee is such a great director and I full appreciate what he was trying to do. I love the split screen stuff.

I really want to put "The Incredibles" up there, but it's too close to the first family of superheroes (The Fantastic Four). It's still an enjoyable movie and I'll pop it into the DVD player once or twice a year.

I completely forgot about "The Crow". One of my best friends gave me the graphic novel as a wedding present. I thought it was rather odd at first, but since the story at its core is about undying love, it has become one of my favorites and it always has a special spot on my bookshelf.

I notice that most of the movies I pick are often the books and the characters I know little about. Huge fan of Spider-Man and the X-Men, so in all actuallity, the X-Men films are HUGE disapointments for me. I've watched the X-Men films once and parts of them a second time, but I have yet to watch any of them completely again.

[Crafty_Pat]

The Marvel comic I most want to see adapted as a movie: Strikeforce: Morituri, though Rom and Alpha Flight

Strikeforce: Morituri... F-ing SWEET! That series has inspired me on several projects.

It was a heavy inspiration for SFA. Except for the original alien designs - which could easily be replaced without disrupting anything - the book's sheer inky pulp awesome.

An honorable mention to me would be Ang Lee's "The Hulk". (Tornado-ape and I often argue about this). However, Lee is such a great director and I full appreciate what he was trying to do. I love the split screen stuff.

I dug the comic panel editing, the cast was strong, and I give Lee props for the take - Banner's condition as a metaphor for many of the darker interpersonal issues we all deal with on a regular basis - but otherwise the flick left me cold. To each his own, though!

I really want to put "The Incredibles" up there, but it's too close to the first family of superheroes (The Fantastic Four). It's still an enjoyable movie and I'll pop it into the DVD player once or twice a year.

I think FF takes my #1 spot for most poorly utilized/realized source material in any comic book movie. Here we have pretty much the only functionally dysfunctional family in comics - this is the stuff of dreams for any screenwriter - and they manage to turn it into a dim, lowbrow skit comedy? Wow. Just astounding. That kind of frak-up takes skill.

I completely forgot about "The Crow". One of my best friends gave me the graphic novel as a wedding present. I thought it was rather odd at first, but since the story at its core is about undying love, it has become one of my favorites and it always has a special spot on my bookshelf.

I adore that movie. The core themes are so powerfully realized that I'm still moved every time I see it. Couple that with Brandon Lee's passing and the experience approaches exquisite.

I notice that most of the movies I pick are often the books and the characters I know little about. Huge fan of Spider-Man and the X-Men, so in all actuallity, the X-Men films are HUGE disapointments for me. I've watched the X-Men films once and parts of them a second time, but I have yet to watch any of them completely again.

I find this to be the case with most folks. They're just too attached to the source material to appreciate what needs to happen in the transition. Nothing wrong with it, but it does set you up for a tragic fall.

[Mister Andersen]

In all honesty, the next Marvel film I'd love to see would be Excalibur - especially as one of that series' basics is that the American hysteria over mutancy/god-like veneration of its heroes isn't something that's universal. The stories told by this title were fun romps and phelgmatic in a way that none of the American X-books ever were.

Or even an MI:13 or Weird Happenings Organisation flick because that would clear the way for the awesome that is Pete Wisdom, and could be done as a follow-up to Avengers where the UK feel the need to establish their own team.

[waterdhavian]

Amazing film. 

Just got back from seeing this.  I skipped the weekend since I hate seeing films opening weekend.  I went with a buddy thats not too into comics, and he was witness to my geeky outbursts. 

Loved all the "inside" material.  Like organization names and characters that readers of the Marvel Universe will really appreciate. 

As for staying after the credits, its well worth it.  I love watching 2/3s of the audience walk out before the credits begin to roll.

Great start to the summer movies.

[Crafty_Pat]

In all honesty, the next Marvel film I'd love to see would be Excalibur - especially as one of that series' basics is that the American hysteria over mutancy/god-like veneration of its heroes isn't something that's universal. The stories told by this title were fun romps and phelgmatic in a way that none of the American X-books ever were.

Or even an MI:13 or Weird Happenings Organisation flick because that would clear the way for the awesome that is Pete Wisdom, and could be done as a follow-up to Avengers where the UK feel the need to establish their own team.

Sadly, I think any such endeavor would have to be mounted by a U.K. company under license. I doubt any of the properties you mention would have the widespread appeal required to work for the current Marvel moviemaking unit. Of course, neither would Strikeforce: Morituri, and I don't have the benefit of nationalism to get my dream project pushed over the finish line.