Marvel Studios' Avengers: Age of Ultron

About Marvel Studios' Avengers: Age of Ultron

"Avengers: Age of Ultron" is a 2015 American superhero film based on the Marvel Comics superhero team, the Avengers. A sequel to "The Avengers" (2012), it is the eleventh film in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). The movie was directed by Joss Whedon and features an ensemble cast including Robert Downey Jr., Chris Hemsworth, Mark Ruffalo, and others. The plot revolves around the Avengers who must work together to defeat Ultron, a technological terror hell-bent on human extinction.

Making / Production

"Avengers: Age of Ultron" was directed by Joss Whedon and produced by Kevin Feige. The production of the film was a massive undertaking, involving numerous shooting locations around the world, complex visual effects, and a large ensemble cast. Despite these challenges, the film was completed on time and on budget, showcasing some of the most impressive action sequences and character arc developments in the MCU.

Actors

• Robert Downey Jr. as Tony Stark / Iron Man: A self-described genius, billionaire, playboy, and philanthropist with electromechanical suits of armor of his own making.
• Chris Hemsworth as Thor: An Avenger and the crown prince of Asgard, based on the Norse mythological deity of the same name.
• Mark Ruffalo as Dr. Bruce Banner / Hulk: A genius scientist who, because of exposure to gamma radiation, transforms into a monster when enraged or agitated.

Trivia / Interesting Facts

• "Avengers: Age of Ultron" was announced in May 2012, after the successful release of "The Avengers".
• The film was shot in numerous locations around the world, including South Africa, South Korea, Bangladesh, Italy, and United Kingdom.

Quotes

• "I'm always picking up after you boys." - Scarlett Johansson as Natasha Romanoff / Black Widow.
• "You get hurt, hurt 'em back. You get killed... walk it off." - Chris Evans as Steve Rogers / Captain America.

Music, Soundtrack

Danny Elfman and Brian Tyler worked on the score for the film. The soundtrack reflects the tension and chaos caused by Ultron while incorporating themes from each Avenger’s individual character score.

• "Avengers: Age of Ultron Title"
• "Heroes"
• "Rise Together"