Fire Breathing and Bikini Ping Pong
Minutes 86-90
In these action-packed minutes of Iron Man 3, Tony’s armor arrives piece by piece at improbable speeds while the hosts debate the physics and logistics of this fan-favorite sequence. The tension builds as Tony encounters Trevor Slattery, leading to a reunion with Rhodey that kicks off the film’s buddy cop elements.
Breaking Down Iron Man 3‘s Most Improbable Physics
The hosts dive deep into the mathematical impossibilities of Tony’s armor pieces flying from Tennessee to Miami in just two minutes, requiring speeds faster than humans have ever traveled. Meanwhile, they praise the film’s stellar stunt work, particularly from Mike Massa and Mark Kubr, both of whom have extensive Marvel history including roles in Captain Marvel and Winter Soldier.
From Scene-Stealing Moments to Questionable Choices
While Rob questions the physical logistics and wire work reminiscent of the music video for “Weapon of Choice,” Kyle appreciates seeing Tony work with limited armor pieces. The sequence showcases Shane Black’s signature witty banter, though some story elements strain credibility, such as leaving an unrestrained Rhodey behind. The scene culminates in Trevor’s memorable introduction to Rhodey, perfectly capturing Don Cheadle’s ability to play the straight man against the film’s more eccentric elements.
These minutes of Iron Man 3 highlight both the film’s greatest strengths in character interaction and humor, while also revealing some of its most questionable logical leaps. The sequence serves as a turning point, finally uniting Tony and Rhodey for the film’s remaining action.
