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Of all the folks in long underwear to be tapped for superhero films, Thor would seem to be the most problematic to properly pull off. (Hypothetical Hollywood conversation: "A guy in a tricked-out, easily merchandisable metal suit? Great! An Asgardian God of Thunder who says stuff like thee and thou? Um, is Moon Knight available?") Thankfully, the resulting film does its source material rather proud, via a committed cast and an approach that doesn't shy away from the over-the-top superheroics. When you're dealing with a flying guy wielding a huge hammer, gritty realism can be overrated, really. Blending elements from the celebrated comic arcs by Walter Simonson and J. Michael Straczynski, the story follows the headstrong Thunder God (Chris Hemsworth) as he is banished to Earth and stripped of his powers by his father Odin (Anthony Hopkins) after inadvertently starting a war with a planet of ticked-off Frost Giants. As his traitorous brother Loki (the terrific Tom Hiddleston) schemes in the wings, Thor must redeem himself and save the universe, with the aid of a beautiful scientist (Natalie Portman). Although director Kenneth Branagh certainly doesn't skimp on the in-jokes and fan-pleasing continuity references (be prepared to stick around after the credits, Marvel fans), his film distinguishes itself by adopting a larger-than-life cosmic Shakespearean air that sets itself apart from both the cerebral, grounded style made fashionable by The Dark Knight and the loose-limbed Rat Packish vibe of the Iron Man series. Glorying in the absolute unreality of its premise, Branagh's film is a swooping, Jack Kirby-inspired saga that brings the big-budget grins on a consistent basis, as well as tying in with the superhero battle royale The Avengers. --Andrew Wright
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The world has many heroes, but only one is a god. When the arrogant warrior Thor (Chris Hemsworth, Star Trek) is banished to Earth from his homeworld of Asgard, he must fight to reclaim his lost powers. Pursued by an invasion force sent to destroy him, the fallen God of Thunder must rise to the battle and learn what it takes to become a true hero. Natalie Portman (Black Swan) and Anthony Hopkins (Beowulf) also star in the blockbuster adventure that critics are saying “Hammers home the action” (Sunday Mirror) and “10/10. THORSOME!”(Daily Star).
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- Commentary by director Kenneth Branagh
- Deleted Scenes (with optional commentary)
- Road to the Avengers
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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
Based on the characterisation of Thor from the Marvel comics, this much awaited and heralded superhero movie is pretty darned good. I'm not familiar with the comics, so know nothing of the characterisation or plot lines from them, but this was no barrier to enjoying this well made and entertaining movie.
Based around the mythology of the Norsemen, it gives us Thor, son of Odin. Deceived into starting a war with the ice giants by his brother Loki, Odin banishes him to Earth, where he becomes its protector. Eventually he must return to Asgard to defend his own people from the plots of his brother, who would, of course, be King.
It's a tale huge in scope, and director Kenneth Branagh has the eye to give it sweeping epic nature it needs. It's an excellently done piece, with lots of good special effects and a feeling of grandeur. One of the things in the film's favour is that, unlike many superhero films, the story of the creation of the hero and other background material is dealt with quickly and efficiently, allowing us to get straight to the story in hand and not get bogged down in unnecessary background. Which allows us to dive straight into a pretty thrilling ride. There are also a few nice touches that seem to pay homage to earlier classic superhero/sci fi films, with scenes that reminded me of Superman 2, The Day The Earth Stood Still and Men In Black. Full marks to Branagh for pulling it off.
Chris Hemsworth is an engaging hero, almost believable as the Norse God. Tom Hiddlestone (with whom Branagh previously worked on the Wallander series) is well cast as the sneaky and rotten Loki, delivering a complex villain with quite a lot of style. Anthony Hopkins brings a real gravitas to the piece as the weary yet still all mighty Odin. The cast are up to the Director's vision, and turn in some cracking performances. As superhero films go I have to say it is one of the best I have seen, and have to give it 5 stars.
Based around the mythology of the Norsemen, it gives us Thor, son of Odin. Deceived into starting a war with the ice giants by his brother Loki, Odin banishes him to Earth, where he becomes its protector. Eventually he must return to Asgard to defend his own people from the plots of his brother, who would, of course, be King.
It's a tale huge in scope, and director Kenneth Branagh has the eye to give it sweeping epic nature it needs. It's an excellently done piece, with lots of good special effects and a feeling of grandeur. One of the things in the film's favour is that, unlike many superhero films, the story of the creation of the hero and other background material is dealt with quickly and efficiently, allowing us to get straight to the story in hand and not get bogged down in unnecessary background. Which allows us to dive straight into a pretty thrilling ride. There are also a few nice touches that seem to pay homage to earlier classic superhero/sci fi films, with scenes that reminded me of Superman 2, The Day The Earth Stood Still and Men In Black. Full marks to Branagh for pulling it off.
Chris Hemsworth is an engaging hero, almost believable as the Norse God. Tom Hiddlestone (with whom Branagh previously worked on the Wallander series) is well cast as the sneaky and rotten Loki, delivering a complex villain with quite a lot of style. Anthony Hopkins brings a real gravitas to the piece as the weary yet still all mighty Odin. The cast are up to the Director's vision, and turn in some cracking performances. As superhero films go I have to say it is one of the best I have seen, and have to give it 5 stars.
14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
Format:DVD
The film follows the Myth/Legend of Thor from the Marvel Comics, who is played by, and if i might say with a very Heath Ledger Like performance by Chris Hemsworth (Star Trek [George Kirk, at the start of the movie]) who does well for his first major lead role. Along with his brother Loki (Tom Hiddleston -Thor) who also starred in Director Branagh's acclaimed t.v detective show Wallander, as the sons of the ageing King Odin (Anthony Hopkins -The Silence of the Lambs) who has to decide which of them is to become his successor to the Throne of Asgard.
But after Thor & his trusty group of Warriors set out against the will of Odin to confront past rival, King Laufey (Colm Feore -The Chronicles Of Riddick), things dont go to plan, and culminate with Odin striping Thor of his Hammer/powers & banishing him to Earth as a humble Human, untill he learns to change his ways & learn the consequences of his actions. On Earth he literally bumps into Scientist Jane Foster (Natalie Portman -Black Swan), and her group, Erik Selvig (Stellan Skarsgård -Good Will Hunting) & Darcy Lewis (Kat Dennings -Thor), who want to learn more about him & where he came from. But still thinking he is a mighty hero, his ego takes a bashing rather then his enemies this time around, as he realises he is just a humble human now.
Overall, coming into this I wasnt 100% sure what i would be getting with this Marvel Comic movie, Directed by Kenneth Branagh, but i did walk away at least enjoying it. A big part of that was down to the films pace, it clicked along well & kept my interest. As well as the cast, Anthony Hopkins was amazing as Odin, powerfull, wise & yet fragile. Natalie Portman had a good Chemistry with Chirs Hemsworth, the Romance & Genuine funny moments between them, offerd up some nice light hearted moments in the movie . Colm Feore gave a usual menacing performance, and the relatively unknown Tom Hiddleston also held his own as the devious Loki. Rene Russo(The Thomas Crown Affair), Idris Elba(The Wire) & Stellan Skarsgård also added weight to film with their performances, Russo in very much a cameo role. As you might expect with a fantasy film these days, CGI is heavily depended on for the Asgard setting etc.. and the battle scenes, it was well done, with the obvious OTT yet very entertaining battles.
In Conclusion, Thor is a very Entertaining & Enjoyable Fanatsy film. I'd Highly Reccomended it as a break from the usual run of the mill movies.
But after Thor & his trusty group of Warriors set out against the will of Odin to confront past rival, King Laufey (Colm Feore -The Chronicles Of Riddick), things dont go to plan, and culminate with Odin striping Thor of his Hammer/powers & banishing him to Earth as a humble Human, untill he learns to change his ways & learn the consequences of his actions. On Earth he literally bumps into Scientist Jane Foster (Natalie Portman -Black Swan), and her group, Erik Selvig (Stellan Skarsgård -Good Will Hunting) & Darcy Lewis (Kat Dennings -Thor), who want to learn more about him & where he came from. But still thinking he is a mighty hero, his ego takes a bashing rather then his enemies this time around, as he realises he is just a humble human now.
Overall, coming into this I wasnt 100% sure what i would be getting with this Marvel Comic movie, Directed by Kenneth Branagh, but i did walk away at least enjoying it. A big part of that was down to the films pace, it clicked along well & kept my interest. As well as the cast, Anthony Hopkins was amazing as Odin, powerfull, wise & yet fragile. Natalie Portman had a good Chemistry with Chirs Hemsworth, the Romance & Genuine funny moments between them, offerd up some nice light hearted moments in the movie . Colm Feore gave a usual menacing performance, and the relatively unknown Tom Hiddleston also held his own as the devious Loki. Rene Russo(The Thomas Crown Affair), Idris Elba(The Wire) & Stellan Skarsgård also added weight to film with their performances, Russo in very much a cameo role. As you might expect with a fantasy film these days, CGI is heavily depended on for the Asgard setting etc.. and the battle scenes, it was well done, with the obvious OTT yet very entertaining battles.
In Conclusion, Thor is a very Entertaining & Enjoyable Fanatsy film. I'd Highly Reccomended it as a break from the usual run of the mill movies.
30 of 35 people found the following review helpful
Format:Blu-ray
Eyebrows were raised when it was first announced that luvvie Kenneth Brannagh would be directing Thor, a marvel superhero comic book adaption but Brannagh, a lifelong fan of the Thor comics as it has turned out, has made one of the best superhero films of all time. Thor had the potential to be a very silly film and a complete disaster, but instead rivals Iron Man, Spiderman 1 and 2 and X Men 1 and 2 as one of marvel's best ever films. Spectacular special effects and action scenes right from the start, with terrific performances from all, Chris Hemsworth is a star in the making as Thor and is the best one in the film though Tom Hiddlestone comes close and is also a name to watch as Thor's evil brother Loki. It's also a surprisingly funny film, done tongue in cheek as Thor attempts to adjust to life on Earth and the Warrior's Three lifted directly from the comics are great fun to watch. Watch out for appearances from Iron Man 2's agent Coulson and a very brief cameo from Jeremy Renner as Hawkeye and make sure you sit through the end credits which also feature an appearance from Samuel L. Jackson as Nick Fury, tying up all the events so far in the marvel movie universe and setting up The Avengers. God knows what Brannagh's luvvie friends will make of this film, but it's terrific entertainment and an absolute joy to watch. Roll on Captain America, which will have to be very special indeed to beat this. One of Kenneth Branagh's best films.
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