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Despite Some Superfluous Story, ‘Iron Man 2’ Delivers Hollywood Oomph

CHICAGO – “Iron Man 2” with returner Robert Downey Jr. and newcomer Scarlett Johansson does what it can within the confines of what it has to do. The Hollywood machine has trained us to have certain expectations for blockbuster sequels and “Iron Man 2” neither deviates nor blazes new territory.

Interview: Writer, Actor Justin Theroux on His ‘Iron Man 2’ Screenplay

CHICAGO – Justin Theroux has a long resume as both a cult actor (”Muholland Dr.”) and screenwriter (”Tropic Thunder”). Through a key connection and his own point-of-view, he was hired to write “Iron Man 2,” the sequel to one of the biggest blockbusters ever.

Slideshow: ‘Iron Man 2’ Red-Carpet Premiere With Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow

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Sylvester Stallone and Robert Downey, Jr.

HOLLYWOOD – Monday night was the night for the cool exec with the heart of steel, as the highly anticipated “Iron Man 2” premiered at the El Capitan Theater in Hollywood with a gala red carpet. In attendance were stars Robert Downey, Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Mickey Rourke and Scarlett Johansson.

Slideshow: 23-Image Gallery For ‘Iron Man 2’ With Robert Downey Jr., Mickey Rourke

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Mickey Rourke plays Ivan Vanko in Iron Man 2.

CHICAGO – This 23-image slideshow contains all of the official press images for Jon Favreau’s “Iron Man 2” with Robert Downey Jr., Gwyneth Paltrow, Don Cheadle, Scarlett Johansson, Sam Rockwell, Mickey Rourke and Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury. It was written by Justin Theroux and directed by Jon Favreau. The film opens on May 7th, 2010.

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