I don't know if or when I'll get to update in the weeks and months to come. I figured I would let you all know what's going on. That is, what Marvel will let me say.

First off, the sets are all being built, the locations are locked and the cast is, for the most part, set. As you all know, RDJ, Gwyneth, T Howard, and Jeff Bridges are all on board. We've had a week of rehearsals and I'm currently working with the writers to tailor the material accordingly. Mr. Bridges has a haircut that will no doubt be of interest to any of you fans of the books. Speaking of the the books, Joe Quesada, Adi Granov and myself have been collaborating on a very cool project that you will soon be hearing about. You want to know more, pester Marvel publishing.

Second, I am going up to visit ILM and the Ranch. I've never been and am as stoked as any of you can imagine. I love my job.

Thirdly, Stan Winston Studios has been unveiling suits for us. Once again, they have exceeded our expectations. Those of you who follow my career know that I am very skeptical about the overuse of CGI. I am happy to report that the film will be a healthy mix of both computer generated and practical effects. My goal is to make the two integrate in a way that they usually do not.

Lastly, this thing is huge. I've never been involved with a film this size. I've been prepping for almost a year and feel extremely confident in the enormously qualified team we've assembled. I would be lying, however, if I didn't admit that the scale of this project was daunting. I'm pretty confident that I've done and will continue to do my homework and that I'm ready, but so much is unknown. I feel like a ship's captain about to sail for the New World. Who can truly predict weather fortune or disaster awaits in the great unknown? Regardless, I thank God every day for his blessings.

And whats with Shaun Toub???
Wasn´t he cast too???

Jon, you are a scholar and a gentleman. Know that you have many of our blessings, and we have the utmost confidence in you and the cast and crew. You'll do us proud. And the update is highly appreciated. Excelsior!

BTW, If you are still out there Jon, will you guys know if you'll be able to attend San Diego Comic Con in July?

And was that you sitting next to Meryl Streep at the Oscars? :D

GOOD LUCK JON! I know you're gonna struggle to find some time to post messages and get your shit done so hope all goes well and by May 2008 we're gonna see a bomb-ass movie, i've got complete faith in you and your superb cast so rock on!! 2008 is gonna be the superhero summer
with The Dark Knight, The Incredible Hulk, Wolverine and yourselves but i think this movie is sounding very fresh and exciting. Peeps will ask who Shaun Toub is playing but let him get on,
if he's Mandarin cool as i thought he was pretty damn good in Crash - if you can nab a couple more familiar supporting actors then this thing will explode. Just wanted to add that being from Glasgow i dug seeing you stick a Scotsman ( David O'Hara) in Made - that made my day!
Peace out dog!! Oh and i just read Iron Man : Extremis - what a fuckin' story!! If the movie's like that you've got a classic on your hands!

Big Braveheart

YEEEAAAHHHH!
IRON MAN!

YEAH!
I'm excited=)

I am really looking forward to this Iron Man movie. I believe that you, Jon Favreau can do a pretty good job with this comic, and from what I'm hearing, it sounds very promising. Iron Man Rocks!!

good luck i know that u will do a great job.

Jon Favreau wrote:
I don't know if or when I'll get to update in the weeks and months to come. I figured I would let you all know what's going on. That is, what Marvel will let me say.

First off, the sets are all being built, the locations are locked and the cast is, for the most part, set. As you all know, RDJ, Gwyneth, T Howard, and Jeff Bridges are all on board. We've had a week of rehearsals and I'm currently working with the writers to tailor the material accordingly. Mr. Bridges has a haircut that will no doubt be of interest to any of you fans of the books. Speaking of the the books, Joe Quesada, Adi Granov and myself have been collaborating on a very cool project that you will soon be hearing about. You want to know more, pester Marvel publishing.

Second, I am going up to visit ILM and the Ranch. I've never been and am as stoked as any of you can imagine. I love my job.

Thirdly, Stan Winston Studios has been unveiling suits for us. Once again, they have exceeded our expectations. Those of you who follow my career know that I am very skeptical about the overuse of CGI. I am happy to report that the film will be a healthy mix of both computer generated and practical effects. My goal is to make the two integrate in a way that they usually do not.

Lastly, this thing is huge. I've never been involved with a film this size. I've been prepping for almost a year and feel extremely confident in the enormously qualified team we've assembled. I would be lying, however, if I didn't admit that the scale of this project was daunting. I'm pretty confident that I've done and will continue to do my homework and that I'm ready, but so much is unknown. I feel like a ship's captain about to sail for the New World. Who can truly predict weather fortune or disaster awaits in the great unknown? Regardless, I thank God every day for his blessings.

Is Mr. Bridges bald???

Best of luck Mr. Favreau. Can't wait to see what you and the Ironman cast and crew can create.

João wrote:
And whats with Shaun Toub???
Wasn´t he cast too???

Yes.

chris wrote:
BTW, If you are still out there Jon, will you guys know if you'll be able to attend San Diego Comic Con in July?

We will do everthing we can to attend. In discussions with Paramount as we speak. And, no, I wasn't at the Oscars.

Jon Favreau wrote:
... And, no, I wasn't at the Oscars.

Well, maybe not this year... ;-)

You are a guy with some great vision and a gifted storyteller. Keep the faith, enjoy this, and our best to you. I hope to shake your hand come July.

chris wrote:

Jon Favreau wrote:
... And, no, I wasn't at the Oscars.

Well, maybe not this year... ;-)

You are a guy with some great vision and a gifted storyteller. Keep the faith, enjoy this, and our best to you. I hope to shake your hand come July.

And Chris, you are a sycophant and a servile self-seeking flatterer.
It's embaressing.

Looking forward to it even though I am not a fan of the Granov armor. I don't like the design, mostly the face, and the satin look. But I am open minded and look forward to the movie no matter what. I am hoping for cool armor(s) and that high gloss armor look!!

Rich Dufresne