Robert Downey Jr. Reflects on Iron Man Role as Career Highlight, Overlooked Due to Superhero Genre
Robert Downey Jr. recently expressed that his portrayal of Iron Man in the MCU represents some of the best work of his career.
In a revealing moment on Rob Lowe’s “Literally!” podcast, Robert Downey Jr. opened up about his tenure as Iron Man in the MCU, a role he’s become synonymous with. Downey Jr. reflected on the depth and quality of his performance as Tony Stark, a character that not only defined a genre but also marked a pinnacle in his acting career.
Despite the global acclaim and fan adoration, Downey Jr. feels that the true artistic merit of his work in the superhero saga didn’t fully get the recognition it deserved, overshadowed by the genre’s flashy exterior. This introspection comes at a time when Downey Jr., post-MCU, experienced a stark contrast with his role in “Dr. Dolittle,” which he candidly admitted didn’t resonate as expected.
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