We've seen this memorial site in the past set photos (link), but never this up close and personal. What's most intriguing about this memorial site is that it's next to what appears to be a crash site. There is a large crater in front of it. The nearby walls are burnt and partially collapsed in some sections. On the memorial itself there are messages that specifically mention the date "12/12."
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“Christmas will never be the same.”
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SPOILER WARNING! SPOILER WARNING!
According to my sources Iron Man/Tony Stark (Robert Downey Jr.) has been filming scenes in this location. In the picture above you will see a Christmas tree lot. I'm told that lot will be set ablaze, and the faux water tower you see on the right is going to play an integral part as well. The tower will be attacked by a villain that is unknown at this time, and Iron Man will desperately try to catch it before it has a chance to impact the land below.
Thanks to Marvel Freshman for the heads up.
Iron Man 3 will be directed by Shane Black, and is expected to hit theaters May 3, 2013! The film stars: Robert Downey Jr. (Tony Stark), Gwyneth Paltrow (Virginia Potts), Don Cheadle (Col. James Rhodes), and with Ben Kingsley as the main villain.