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CoreGamer1408Jan 4, 2019

Of all the most recent Superhero origins movies well I had the most fun with this one. The fish out water comedy worked and ALL the performances were fun to watch on screen.

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TopoideDec 20, 2022

Un inicio del dios del Trueno a la altura con buenos personajes como Loki en una interesante película

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Fatbob15Oct 21, 2022

To be honest it's not as good as remembered when I went back to it, but it still kept me fully entertained. As a MCU fan I would never pass the opportunity to watch one.

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Critic100rAug 6, 2022

A poorly directed, silly and kind of boring movie, it only gets average because of some pleasantries.

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Rdneck00Aug 1, 2022

This is in my opinion the worst Thor movie. But its not bad. Loki is still the best anti hero.

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Kai82Jul 5, 2022

The introduction movie for Thor in the MCU. It is weaker than the first Iron Man and Captain America but still enjoyable. After a flashback slightly over 1000 years before that shows the last war between Asgard and the frost giants ofThe introduction movie for Thor in the MCU. It is weaker than the first Iron Man and Captain America but still enjoyable. After a flashback slightly over 1000 years before that shows the last war between Asgard and the frost giants of Jotunheim we switch to current times. It is Thor's big day as he is named successor to the throne of Asgard in a big ceremony making his oath as ruler. However a group of frost giant uses this distraction to infiltrate Asgard to get back a mayor artifact that was lost during the end of the war. Thor springs into action after this as he is too hotblooded, impatient and wants to prove himself. This causes a mayor fallout between Thor and his father Odin that ends not well for him. Here I stop with this vague lead up to avoid spoilers. It is a heroes journey that is close to the comic sources. It works well enough but there should be a bit more cause for character development. Other Marvel movies did more to be fair. In total it is fine for an introduction movie. The fight scenes are excellent and entertain. Now for the actors we got a solid to good performance. Chris Hemsworth as Thor and Tom Hiddleston as Loki are truly excellent and it became their signature roles. They work well together and the other MCU movies use this well. Natalie Portman as Jane Foster is also great and it is a shame they did not much with her character in later movies. The warriors three, Frigga and Lady Sif are a bit pale or not characterized well but that is the fault of the script not the actors. Idris Elba as Heimdall is great. He has not much screen time but rocks all his scenes. Finally Anthony Hopkins works well as Odin and is also the definite character for this role. So we have some great performances and some characters that are not well used by the script. I rated this a solid to good because of this. Visually the special effects are good but some scenes at the beginning needed a bit of better lighting. Also Asgard looks a bit pale and empty. Overall this is an enjoyable movie. Not the best MCU movie but entertaining. Was also a bit forgotten fast as other MCU movies took the spot lights.… Expand

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WinrikJun 8, 2022

Интересный, красивый, недооцененный фильм Марвел. Хорошо показана связь между семьей, что наверно и делает фильм таким хорошим, именно для меня. Мне было интересно за всем этим наблюдать. Отсылки к старым проектам, к будущим, все отлично.Интересный, красивый, недооцененный фильм Марвел. Хорошо показана связь между семьей, что наверно и делает фильм таким хорошим, именно для меня. Мне было интересно за всем этим наблюдать. Отсылки к старым проектам, к будущим, все отлично. Крис Хемсворт играет божественно, двусмысленно) Энтони Хопкинс как всегда великолепен, роль одина ему идет. Мудр, строг, видно что это не просто какой то балбес сидит на троне, а это тот человек, который умеет играть, и играть правильно! Том Хиддлстон, ну даже без слов, просто сок.… Expand

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gracjanskiMay 20, 2022

On the one side the Nine Worlds and the background story of Thor are interesting. So the visual effects are great.

On the other side the characters are a bit superficial and one-sided. And some of the scenes look easy.

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KelvinSelimorApr 5, 2022

Thor. Myths and legends. A very good solo film about the god of thunder and hammer. All the characters are very memorable and make you fall in love with yourself. It was nice to see Anthony Hopkins in such an unusual role for him.

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kyle20ellisMar 13, 2022

I was interested in seeing this ever since it came out. After finally seeing it I am so glad I did. It is a visually stunning film with excellent cinematography and editing and the costumes, settings and effects look wonderful. There may beI was interested in seeing this ever since it came out. After finally seeing it I am so glad I did. It is a visually stunning film with excellent cinematography and editing and the costumes, settings and effects look wonderful. There may be the odd longueur in the plot, with a little too much of admiring the scenery, but most of it is amusing and while not sticking true to the original source material there are a lot of nods to it. Kenneth Branagh directs superbly, the action is earth-shattering and the script is filled with witty fish-out-of-water moments. The acting is fine with Chris Hemsworth giving his all in the role, Anthony Hopkins bringing some welcome gravitas to Odin rather than hamming up, Natalie Portman more than a pretty face and Tom Hiddleston's Loki a villain worth watching for. All in all, an immensely enjoyable film. 9/10 Bethany Cox… Expand

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XathiahsJan 21, 2022

Epic plot, but the portayal of Thor similar to the comic books counterpart is poorly depicted on the big screen. Tom Hiddleston is the big pro of the franchise.

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Mindkiller7522Jan 4, 2022

I liked it! Very well directed and told Thor's origins very well. Great action scenes and special effects.

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JJ2FAS4UDec 30, 2021

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drlowdonDec 17, 2021

After ignoring the orders of his father Odin, Thor is stripped of his godly power and exiled to Earth as a mortal. His arrival does not go unnoticed however. The original Thor movie took the character a little too seriously, and thus thisAfter ignoring the orders of his father Odin, Thor is stripped of his godly power and exiled to Earth as a mortal. His arrival does not go unnoticed however. The original Thor movie took the character a little too seriously, and thus this movie is nowhere near as entertaining as Ragnorak or later Avengers movies, but this is still entertaining enough and was the first movie to really open up the MCU to a wider range of possibilities.… Expand

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alexandreaDec 1, 2021

It is a cool movie. It probably has the best visuals in the MCU. And the tone is actually way better than most movies in the MCU but it fails in the pacing.

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Ascended333Oct 25, 2021

The last 25 minutes of Thor aren’t much better than the first. But that hour

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lennyiSep 18, 2021

I liked this movie. It was by no way even my favorite thor movie, its my least favorite one in fact, but the thor movies are just so solid. Here is the things i did not like in this movie: the frost giants or whatever they were called. Loki.I liked this movie. It was by no way even my favorite thor movie, its my least favorite one in fact, but the thor movies are just so solid. Here is the things i did not like in this movie: the frost giants or whatever they were called. Loki. Thor is ugly, at least compared to the newer looks of him.… Expand

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Josselin305Aug 29, 2021

Un film d'azione molto carino.
Thor è un personaggio con molto potenziale e sarà bello vedere i suoi prossimi capitoli.

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cdougallJul 18, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Thor has lots of visual appeal, nice performances from the cast as a whole, and entertaining action sequences which should keep viewers engaged for the full runtime. Tom Hiddleston does a great job with Loki and gives us a convincing villain with a solid emotional backstory, Jeremy Renner’s Hawkeye cameo is welcome in the film, and it’s both cool and intimidating to hear Anthony Hopkins growl as Odin. The movie takes Thor on a nice character arc which Hemsworth supplements well with his take on the character, and sets Thor up for future installments. However, the fault of this movie for me is the timeline. It takes place over only a few days, and its slightly unbelievable that Thor changes that much during that short span of time. Normally growth and personality changes take months and sometimes even years to occur, and yet Thor is able to that in just a few days. This movie would’ve felt more realistic if it had a time jump of a few months following Thor’s banishment to Earth to truly give the character time to have an arc. With that said, Thor overall is entertaining and engaging and remains a solid enough entry in the franchise.… Expand

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pur__0_0__Jun 9, 2021

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I had been bingewatching all the MCU movies after the release of Infinity War, so that I could catch up before Endgame. This is the reason why I have a good hunch of which movies were very memorable and which ones were easily forgettable. This one here, however, comes under the same category as I'd put Guardians of the Galaxy under: It's memorable and forgettable at the same time. The only thing I remember from this movie is how awesome Loki was and Stan Lee's cameo appearance, but other than that, well, let's just say it all jumped over my head.

It's quite surprising to see how Thor has changed so much since the time we first saw him. Since I am writing this review 4 years after Thor: Ragnarok, I think my idea of Thor has changed a lot by now. Earlier I used to think Thor can never be an interesting character, thanks to this movie. But after seeing what Ragnarok, Infinity War and Endgame did to him, it seems the entire fault was of this movie's director. He made Thor a weird looking guy. Although there's no doubt everyone looks straightup ugly in this movie, the CGI is actually pretty good.

The story is pretty much straightforward: Thor has done a battle which he ruined because of his pompousness and so he has been banished on earth. His hammer has been put at some construction yard or something, and he's no longer worthy enough to lift it. It seems a lot like a copy of the first Assassin's Creed game, since there also Altaïr was the one whose post was stripped and he was sent back to the beginner's ranks. Meanwhile Loki found out he belonged to the enemy demon race and Odin had adopted him after killing his father. Loki teams up with those demons to attack Asgard.

The CGI, I'd admit, is pretty good. Every time I see the Asgard road I always feel like driving a sports car on it. Humans were really boring. All they did was talking, talking and more talking. This isn't something that one'd expect from MCU, and that's pretty obvious since MCU wasn't even decided until this point. But still there should have been a good tone. The twist in the end where Loki decided to save Odin and kill the monster after the monster mentioned Loki helped him was pretty good. I had always wanted a villain to do this: Don't leave yourself vulnerable after being exposed; try to defend yourself and show that the person is lying. And after Loki lost the battle, he pretended to commit suicide in order to show that he only wanted what he believed was justice.

Thor may have been a very forgettable movie, but I do remember it wasn't worth watching the second time. This movie made me fear that MCU could be boring in the future. It also ruined Thor's entire expectations for me. Throughout the movie I was only hoping it would end. The only reason I've given it a good rating is because of Loki, the CGI, and the way they were able to show Asgard's culture. Good movie, but a one time watch.… Expand

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I9gzMar 28, 2021

The character arc is solid, and the villain is interesting and understandable, but the film loses focus and suffers with pacing in its middle act, especially on Earth, pairing the main character with boring side characters that serve more asThe character arc is solid, and the villain is interesting and understandable, but the film loses focus and suffers with pacing in its middle act, especially on Earth, pairing the main character with boring side characters that serve more as plot vessels rather than actual characters. In concept, the storyline on Earth can be thematically interesting, but it loses focus and struggles to deliver. It also doesn't help that the theme holds on by a string with one line at the start of the movie. As a whole, it's just good enough to be worth your time.… Expand

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FirstSpawnMar 14, 2021

Прикольный фильмец для всей семьи и фанатов Марвел конечно. Но на мой субъективный взгляд, скандинавская мифология не очень вписывается во вселенную Марвел.Прикольный фильмец для всей семьи и фанатов Марвел конечно. Но на мой субъективный взгляд, скандинавская мифология не очень вписывается во вселенную Марвел.

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TRANSFORMERSFANMar 11, 2021

one of the best movies from 2011 next rango, cars 2, kung fu panda, and transformers 3!

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MrPajamasSep 26, 2020

Thor is an amazing film, but it has one big ailment and that is predictability. It was clear to me from the beginning how the film would end, but otherwise it is an amazing Marvelkovka with a predictable but excellent story, soundtrack and action.

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TudorPopescuJan 29, 2021

This is a good origin story for Thor. The special and visual effects look very good for a 2011 movie. There's never a dull moment, something is always happening, I was never bored while watching it. The action scenes were great. For someThis is a good origin story for Thor. The special and visual effects look very good for a 2011 movie. There's never a dull moment, something is always happening, I was never bored while watching it. The action scenes were great. For some reason, there are also a LOT of Dutch angles. I don't mind them, I just think it's interesting.

Thor has a character arc that is executed well. At first he's arrogant and a hot-head, but after spending time with humans on Earth, he is humanized and becomes less selfish and willing to sacrifice for others. We also briefly see Hawkeye for the first time in the MCU.… Expand

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dylieboi69Jan 21, 2021

Thor is a large scale feast for the eyes with a very likable hero, some of the best action in phase 1 MCU and quite a few great moments of comedy. My only issues were Kat Dennings' performance and some jarring camera angles.

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r96skJan 15, 2021

Kinda similar to how I feel about the two films that precede this in the MCU. 'Thor' is a good, solid watch.

It fails to set the world alight, so to speak, but there's entertainment there. It's my personal standout of the three films sinceKinda similar to how I feel about the two films that precede this in the MCU. 'Thor' is a good, solid watch.

It fails to set the world alight, so to speak, but there's entertainment there. It's my personal standout of the three films since 'Iron Man'. I enjoyed seeing the world of Asgard, though the stuff on Earth is a little run-of-the-mill.

Chris Hemsworth is enjoyable and looks the part as Thor, while Tom Hiddleston plays his role more than satisfactorily. Cool to see Idris Elba appear, even if he is underused in the grand scheme of things - as are Stellan Skarsgård and Natalie Portman in truth.… Expand

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noob328Dec 8, 2020

Thor is an okay film. I loved the characters, especially Tom Hiddleston's Loki. I loved the story and I really loved the action sequences.

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Onlyclassicvg1Dec 8, 2020

The Incredible Hulk isn't very Incredible.
Edward Norton gives a good performance but the concept of Hulk itself just seems tired. There is no new outlook on the hero just simply a repeatedly mediocre take on a very one dimensiona

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MahmusSep 25, 2020

It's a lot better than I remembered.

Scenes like Loki confronting Odin about his origin, Thor and Selvig at the bar, Loki visiting Thor in prison, Heimdal just letting the warriors go to Earth because he hates Loki, and Thor asking for aIt's a lot better than I remembered.

Scenes like Loki confronting Odin about his origin, Thor and Selvig at the bar, Loki visiting Thor in prison, Heimdal just letting the warriors go to Earth because he hates Loki, and Thor asking for a horse in a pet shot should be considered among the best scenes in the MCU. I will die on this hill.… Expand

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bertboy93Jun 28, 2020

this movie has some realy good action sequences, the character of thor was very wel developed, Loki in this movie is great. The casting for this movie was very good! At times the pacing is not that good and sometimes stuff that happends onthis movie has some realy good action sequences, the character of thor was very wel developed, Loki in this movie is great. The casting for this movie was very good! At times the pacing is not that good and sometimes stuff that happends on earth is not very interesting.… Expand

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superbatMay 26, 2020

Thor was a somewhat enjoyable movie. The humor was good, as were the visuals. However, there wasn't a tone of action, the Asgard scenes were quite boring, and the pacing was uneven. Chris Hemsworth was solid as the lead hero, though.

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paulthompsonJan 16, 2020

Just the right combination of guts and spectacle balanced with passion and dynamic for the characters. Though still a popcorn film, Thor still delivers intelligent and thrilling writing.

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MarkMartinJan 16, 2020

I appreciate very much how they wrote the script, especially the ones for the denizens of Asgard. Well-spoken without being too clunky as Old English would sound.

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RaymondMorrisJan 5, 2020

I don't mind cheesy superhero films but this one’s pacing was too slow for me.

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SamuelSanchezJan 5, 2020

I don't mind cheesy superhero films but this one’s pacing was too slow for me.

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BenjaminCollinsJan 5, 2020

The fight scenes were boring. I know Marvel is an expert at fight choreography but why did this one play like a video-game ad? No intelligent twists and totally predictable storyline.

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BrandonEvans1Jan 5, 2020

Almost every Marvel film focused on action, but this one was different. It honed in on character development.

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DonaldHarrisJan 5, 2020

Amazing work on Asgard by the VFX team. Looks absolutely gorgeous without going overboard.

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AnthonyWhiteJan 5, 2020

Beautiful set design and costumes, great, solid acting all around, and much better action scenes than other superhero movies out there - except maybe Iron Man. Overall a pretty darn good film.

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MatthewJacksonJan 5, 2020

I would rate this film a little higher than the Iron Man films just because of the fact that it delivered more than I expected.

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DanielThomasJan 4, 2020

The story keeps you glued to the screen, the pacing keeps you on your toes, and the acting and writing makes you appreciate the film even more. Good job Marvel!

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ChristopherAndeJan 3, 2020

From start to finish filled with great quality writing. You just get drawn in by the story and the pacing is good.

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CharlesTaylorJan 3, 2020

Perfect story. Perfect casting. Perfect amount of CGI and SFX. Perfect directing. Perfect writing. Perfect performance 10/10 overall.

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JustinCampbellJan 2, 2020

The pacing felt too slow for me but storytelling was good. It was still enjoyable.

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LarryAdamsJan 2, 2020

It's exciting and certainly all-around entertaining for a comic book adaptation.

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NicholasLopezJan 2, 2020

There's a delicate balance between comic book fantasy and Norse mythology in this film and they were able to lay it all out perfectly.

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JacobKing1Jan 2, 2020

I would give it a 7/10. A good superhero flick but I know they can do better than this.

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JeffreyYoungJan 2, 2020

Not a bad movie for the first film in a trilogy. Still expected a lot because this is Marvel but pretty decent.

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ThomasMooreDec 30, 2019

Great storytelling and depiction of how Asgard looks. Additionally, they did an awesome job in setting up Thor's family dynamics.

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richardmillerDec 29, 2019

I loved how Chris Hemsworth did justice to the Norse God of Thunder. He is truly made for this role as much has Tom is made to be Loki.

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JosephWilson1Dec 29, 2019

Impressive superhero film that goes well with the Iron Man solo movies that Marvel has released.

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DavidBrown1Dec 24, 2019

Both Loki and Thor make such a huge impression on screen. The two actors who portrayed these gods are surely top-tier!

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WilliamJones1Dec 23, 2019

Tom Hiddleston is such a great actor! Chris is pretty great too but Tom has such a mesmerizing aura whenever you see him on-screen that it's hard not to be absorbed by the film.

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MichaelWillDec 23, 2019

Both Chris Hemsworth and Tom Hiddleston showed that they can be among the star players in the film industry worthy to be included in this movie.

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RobertJohnsonDec 23, 2019

I didn't expect to like Thor as much as I did. Marvel sure knows their characters and they demonstrated that expertise by creating a superhero film that's a mix of Marvel comics and Norse mythology. Good job!

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ShawnSmithNov 6, 2019

I haven't seen Chris Hemsworth act in any other film and this is the first time I've seen him in action, but I gotta say he really did justice to this role. Big thumbs up to Marvel for doing a great job on this casting!

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JessieCollinsNov 8, 2019

It's like Thor was actually made to fit Chris Hemsworth rather than the other way around! Marvel couldn't have done a better job at casting than this!

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JaneHallNov 6, 2019

Not a big fan of the action sequences but story-wise, this film did great. It really explains how Thor came to be and why he is the person he is now.

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BradleyStewartNov 6, 2019

How Asgard was explained and how Thor came to be was explained really well. One of the better superhero origin stories for sure.

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LoganWrightsNov 6, 2019

Chris Hemsworth plays a great god of thunder! Much like how Downey has molded into his character, Iron Man, Chris has done the same thing too as Thor.

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MoViEbUfF17Jul 6, 2019

Thor from what I’ve seen is the most mixed movie in the mcu it’s either like it or hate it I’m in the majority that like it in fact it’s the first marvel movie I would consider good so let’s go over the plot. So there is a place called AsgardThor from what I’ve seen is the most mixed movie in the mcu it’s either like it or hate it I’m in the majority that like it in fact it’s the first marvel movie I would consider good so let’s go over the plot. So there is a place called Asgard and the Ruler Odin tells his two sons Thor and Loki that one of them is worthy to be the ruler of Asgard we cut forward and were at the ceremony who Thor is crowned king until it’s interrupted by frost giants Thor is mad and convinces his friends and Loki to fight the dark elves Odin gets mad at Thor because he just started a war so Odin banishes him to earth with his hammer we then find out that Loki is a frost giant and is adopted with puts Odin in a coma type thing while on earth Thor runs into three scientists Jane, Darcy and Eric who study lightning and weather. Thor locates his hammer and tries to take it back but gets kidnapped by shield and escapes then on Asgard Loki releases a monster to earth which almost killed Thor but Odin cries and it gives Thor back his powers so he goes back to Asgard to defeat Loki but Loki commits suicide off the rainbow bridge and the movie ends. Similar story to iron man its rating went down over time as it was received fine by the public when it came out now people just realize how bad it is but I still think it holds up there are a lot of boring parts and I think some of the cg doesn’t hold up but I give the movie a solid 7/10… Expand

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IsjanHamelJun 27, 2019

Very Nice movie!! Sometimes lacks a little bit of character building but love that it continues the Avengers story

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Wavy_YeezyMay 5, 2019

One of the best of the Marvel Origin films. It was absolutely hilarious how Thor interacted with the humans on earth. It was very emotional suprisngly for a MCU film.

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DerekReideApr 23, 2019

Quite a classic superhero movie indeed. I liked it. Definitely much better than the weaker Phase 1 films.

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DudeFromIcelandApr 13, 2019

People love to rag on the first two Thor films but this one is pretty solid. This type of story, the fish out water story, has been done a million times but it's still enjoyable. It's got good humor and some decent action scenes. ChrisPeople love to rag on the first two Thor films but this one is pretty solid. This type of story, the fish out water story, has been done a million times but it's still enjoyable. It's got good humor and some decent action scenes. Chris Hemsworth and along with Tom Hiddleston put in the standout performances as Thor and Loki.… Expand

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TyranianApr 12, 2019

Really enjoyed this Thor film, Hemsworth is great, as is Hiddleston and Hopkins. Very enjoyable.

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ShiningLionMar 26, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This film's greatest strength is its visual art, particularly in the world of Asgard. The plot and characters are stereotypical, and the Asgardians' personalities border on self-parody. Perhaps that's what gives this film an air of silliness about it that lets me not take it as seriously as other MCU films expect me to take them. The dynamic between Loki and Thor is the linchpin of the film, despite an attempt to shoehorn in an unconvincing romance with Natalie Portman's character (guess I didn't get enough of that in Star Wars). The CGI is erratic... one moment stunning, and at the next moment having the finesse of a 90s made for TV tornado movie (Night of the Twisters I'm looking at you). There's a moment or two that are hard to swallow (like Thor's "sacrifice" against the iron giant), but the film is just cute enough for me to forgive it. It really is a bit of fun. Don't take it too seriously and you'll probably enjoy it. Some moments made me feel like I was watching some nerds at a comic book shop doing a LARP but to be honest I kind of enjoyed that. I was surprised by how much I liked the character Loki and am looking forward to how the story progresses in future films.… Expand

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lori007101Jan 6, 2019

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The first hammer throw of the Thunder God! The hammer-wielding and good-looking Thor in his first adventure in the MCU. Director Branagh passionately takes over the narrative style, from this comic book template. You can already see, however, that Branagh is a big Shakespeare fan. Almost monumental, he draws the figures of Thor, Odin or Loki. The city of Asgard is also more likely to come from Hamlet than Marvel. The story tells Branagh well and he also incorporates a lot of humour. For when Thor falls to earth, he has already lost the power of a God. It's not until the second half of the film that stands out. Therefore, it is amusing that the arrogant and beautiful Thor himself falls on the snout and remains equally entitled. Of course, Thor is the hero, so you have to disguise it that he is the same as a human being. He can still fight better and has more strength than three people combined.
In addition to Hemsworth as Thor, there are other confessed performers to his side. Natalie Portman gives the typical, chaotic scientist. While she's a bit cranky, she makes her likeable alongside the overpowering heroes. Stellan Skaarsgard is an old professor who is more than a father figure to Portman. And, of course, Anthony Hopkins as Konigsgott Odin, who still brings a bit of sparkle to this hero saga. Narratively and visually, Branagh has managed not to straddle the adventure on torture for long. You look at it to the performers, which was fun. But among the other Marvel heroes, Thor remains rather weak in content. Although Thor is like that, everything remains self-evident and remains superficial. Conclusion: A colorful adventure that is told briskly. Only character drawing is left behind!… Expand

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CooperReviews44Dec 5, 2018

Thor is a pretty good film. Thor is a lovable brute and the fish out of water humor really works well and it has a certain unique charm to it. Some of the jokes really do not work and some certain performances are awful. The plot is very slowThor is a pretty good film. Thor is a lovable brute and the fish out of water humor really works well and it has a certain unique charm to it. Some of the jokes really do not work and some certain performances are awful. The plot is very slow and not all that interesting but it is aided by the Villain, Loki's motives and intentions to make is father proud. Its something we can all relate to. The film is about making brash and selfish decisions and also about approval and love. It works well and the action bits where phenomenal. Overall a very good film with a lacking plot and lack of new interesting ideas.… Expand

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criticssuckdickAug 3, 2018

This actually in my opinion pretty fun movie.
I understand why people don't like it.

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BasilZeroJun 16, 2018

Thor was a refreshing take to the MCU compared to the previous movies. Taking place in a fantasy setting for most of the movie and mixing it up with the real world - Thor takes the storytelling for a ride mixed with a lot of comedy and actionThor was a refreshing take to the MCU compared to the previous movies. Taking place in a fantasy setting for most of the movie and mixing it up with the real world - Thor takes the storytelling for a ride mixed with a lot of comedy and action packed scenes.… Expand

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tamcwlmmMay 1, 2018

It's a good movie, but not a good introduction movie to the character of Thor. We get to see THE Thor only a few minutes, in the beginning and the end. Throughout the movie Thor is considered a crazy person without powers. Tom Hiddleston isIt's a good movie, but not a good introduction movie to the character of Thor. We get to see THE Thor only a few minutes, in the beginning and the end. Throughout the movie Thor is considered a crazy person without powers. Tom Hiddleston is great as Loki, the god of mischief. Hemsworth is also great as Thor, and I'm glad it's Chris, and not Liam.… Expand

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HTGamerApr 24, 2018

Thor is a good origin story for the God of Thunder. The story is about a young prince who has to learn the hard way how to be a proper King. The CGI art style in rendering the world of Asgard and Jotunheim is wonderful. And the story hasThor is a good origin story for the God of Thunder. The story is about a young prince who has to learn the hard way how to be a proper King. The CGI art style in rendering the world of Asgard and Jotunheim is wonderful. And the story has plenty of situational jokes. The star of the show though is neither Thor nor Odin, it's actually Loki. Tom Hiddleston did a wonderful job in portraying the character of the God of Mischief and was even selected to be the main villain in The Avengers and keeps appearing in new MCU movies. But Chris Hemsworth's portrayal of Thor is a bit stiff, no wonder they had to overhaul the character in Ragnarok.… Expand

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NolanLundgaardApr 24, 2018

While this wasn’t a universal favorite, I really enjoyed Thor. The God of Thunder was pretty awesome in this film.

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alejandro970Apr 22, 2018

A fortunate blend of elements of Nordic mythology and the comic created by Lee and Kirby, keeping the most fidelity. Naturally, has the dynamic sequences of action, doses of humor and Easter eggs that points to Avengers project. TomA fortunate blend of elements of Nordic mythology and the comic created by Lee and Kirby, keeping the most fidelity. Naturally, has the dynamic sequences of action, doses of humor and Easter eggs that points to Avengers project. Tom Hiddlestone is remarkable as the villian.… Expand

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merijnjApr 18, 2018

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Thor is a surprisingly original movie in the MCU. Gods, gateways and creatures from other worlds. It is a fresh breath of air to the MCU. However, Thor has it's problems. The CGI was sometimes distracting to look at, the Frost Giants(73/100)
Thor is a surprisingly original movie in the MCU. Gods, gateways and creatures from other worlds. It is a fresh breath of air to the MCU. However, Thor has it's problems. The CGI was sometimes distracting to look at, the Frost Giants in particular. The plot is pretty well set up in the way that Thor (Chris Hemsworth) needs to proof that he is worthy of holding Mjölnir. This sets up a pretty good conflict within Thor (Chris Hemsworth). Loki (Tom Hiddleston) also was a pretty good villain and not like any other villains we've seen so far in the MCU.… Expand

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Termin8terApr 13, 2018

Thor has quite recently been mightily overshadowed by the resounding success of the third and final Thor film: Thor: Ragnarok. Which was a great film, don't get me wrong, but the first Thor shouldn't be hated or cast aside just becauseThor has quite recently been mightily overshadowed by the resounding success of the third and final Thor film: Thor: Ragnarok. Which was a great film, don't get me wrong, but the first Thor shouldn't be hated or cast aside just because Raganarok was the best. Thor is a good movie. It's not great, but it's not decent either, it sits squarely at good. The soundtrack has some great tracks, Tom Hiddleson and Chris Hemsworth play an amazing Loki and Thor, and Anthony Hopkins plays a great Odin too. The acting from most of the cast is great, and Thor's character arc is very straightforward, but satisfying. The CGI is awesome as well. In conclusion, definitely give this film a watch if the opportunity arises, but don't go out of your way to see it.… Expand

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DeepKamateApr 7, 2018

I love the fantasy style of this movie, the main character and action. It knows how to ironize at himself, be beautiful and exciting, both in terms of plot and action scenes. In my opinion, this is the best "Thor" from the whole trilogy.

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Naruto78909Mar 31, 2018

Thor is a very solid movie the action is good the movie stays mostly true to the comics and has a good ending and this is marvels most believable movie yet not as much as iron man and has very good fights and is a decent movie

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JPKFeb 25, 2018

Fun Introduction To Thor
It Isn't Fantastic, But It's Fairly Well Done For Both A Movie And Origin Story In General.

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blazeWFeb 20, 2018

This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Thor is a good film, but could have been better in terms of visual film-making. Story is compelling and characters are fantastic, especially Thor. Thor does not "become" a hero in this story, he is born a hero, but not a righteous one. He finds his path to righteousness in this film. Overall the visuals on Asgard could have been better, as it is a very lively city in the comics it originated from.… Expand

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higgins404Feb 14, 2018

The beginning of this movie felt like it was moving at a snails pace. Once we started learning about the Norse Mythology and how it was going to play into the universe, I was hooked. Great acting by Hemsworth and Portman really helped thisThe beginning of this movie felt like it was moving at a snails pace. Once we started learning about the Norse Mythology and how it was going to play into the universe, I was hooked. Great acting by Hemsworth and Portman really helped this movie grow. My true rating is 6.5, but I'll round up. Obviously, if you are a Marvel fan... must watch.… Expand

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moustachefoxFeb 7, 2018

It's interesting that the film about gods and aliens ended up by far the most personal character piece in the whole MCU. As that universe grows ever more bombastic and bigger, the more I appreciate the quiet thoughtfulness in this film, whichIt's interesting that the film about gods and aliens ended up by far the most personal character piece in the whole MCU. As that universe grows ever more bombastic and bigger, the more I appreciate the quiet thoughtfulness in this film, which still doesn't lack for beautiful visuals and fantasy violence. It's somewhere between fairy tale, Shakespeare, comedy and tragedy, and feels unlike all other superhero movies. Branagh is felt very strongly here, and as a stealth adaptation of the Henriad and King Lear, it's clear his talents were well-utilized. It's a weird concept, and Branagh embraces it and makes it work beautifully. Special kudos to Bo Welch and his set design, which Branagh films in typically grand scale. Thor is charming, his emotional openness, respect for women and journey to overcome his flaws and prejudices a refreshing one in a genre dominated by goody-two-shoes and playboys. But the standout by far is Loki, a fascinating character and performance, full of allegory and tragedy. He takes tropes done to death in fiction and adds a few crucial twists - namely, a lot of heart, and more than a touch of madness - that make us remember that the classic tropes are classic for a reason. His motivations are some of the most compelling and understandable I've ever seen from a comic book baddie, and strangely, sadly human. A mercurial and morally ambiguous Odin is played to perfection by Sir Anthony Hopkins, alternating from bombastic king to regretful father with equal dramatic heft. Kat Dennings as Darcy is a charming female comic relief, and with the nerdy Jane Foster they pass the Bechdel test in the first 5 minutes of the film. Natalie Portman is charming as Jane, who never loses sight of her love of the stars and science, no matter how great Thor looks. Refreshingly, the romance is played more as a slight crush and more mutual friendship instead of some grand romance, leaving the real story where it belongs, with the dysfunctional family dynamics. The climax is also deeply refreshing in the MCU. Rather than cities blowing up and hordes of action, it instead laser focuses in on the two most important characters, and their confrontation promised no easy, happy solution, no matter the victor. It's a beautiful piece about family, fathers and sons, the responsibility of leadership - but it hides a darker underbelly, with surprisingly complex thoughts on empire, assimilation, entitlement, othering, and empathy. All while still being lighthearted, fun and well-paced. I think this film will rightly be remembered as a classic in a decade or so. If it's not - that's the real tragedy.… Expand

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spacebear1Dec 7, 2017

Kenneth Branagh's Thor is an okay film. I loved the characters, especially Tom Hiddleston's Loki. I loved the story and I really loved the action sequences. However, I also don't love the characters, mainly the supporting characters. IKenneth Branagh's Thor is an okay film. I loved the characters, especially Tom Hiddleston's Loki. I loved the story and I really loved the action sequences. However, I also don't love the characters, mainly the supporting characters. I thought Natalie Portman did a pretty good job but the other two characters are so annoying. I also feel that this film started great and just seriously slowed down until the last 20 minutes or so. In the end, this is a fun superhero film and I'll give it a 7.8/10… Expand

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CineAutoctonoOct 28, 2017

"Thor" was a good movie, in short they tell us the origins of one of the most powerful superheroes of Marvel, the special effects were good, the performances, and the story, the leaning camera was almost unnecessary but the film, itself, it was good.

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Bugger217Sep 13, 2017

Thor is essentially split into two parts. One taking place in Asgard, the realm where Thor comes from, and the other taking place on Earth. The Asgard portion of the film is magical. It's visually spectacular and there's a genuine sense ofThor is essentially split into two parts. One taking place in Asgard, the realm where Thor comes from, and the other taking place on Earth. The Asgard portion of the film is magical. It's visually spectacular and there's a genuine sense of place. Chris Hemsworth has the right kind of swagger as Thor. Tom Hiddleston is a revelation as Loki. Anthony Hopkins brings appropriate amounts of gravitas as Odin.

The Earth portion is less than magical. It looks a lot cheaper, and not just because it's literally more "down-to-Earth." The sets are poorly constructed, and it's here that the film's most uninteresting characters and plot points are introduced. Thor's fish-out-of-water moments are amusing, but Natalie Portman is terribly miscast as his love interest, and their chemistry isn't very strong. Kat Dennings' character is supposed to be funny, but comes off as annoying.

Regardless, there's more good than bad to be found here. The cast is mostly great, the action is a lot of fun, Asgard is a joy to spend time in, and it's here that Marvel Studios truly began to properly build their cinematic universe, bridging multiple franchises, without feeling overstuffed or incomplete.… Expand

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Kes4278Jul 31, 2017

Well, can't say I am a little disappointed. I mean the movie is descent.Chris Hemsworth and Tom Hiddelston were great.Natalie Portman was alright. I would give it a fair 7/10

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MonkiReviewsJun 20, 2017

A good movie, but not Marvel's best. The characters were great, and showed the characters change a lot through the whole thing. The special effects were not perfect, but had great moments. This had more good than bad though, so it is worth a watch.

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miccaelJun 2, 2017

perhaps one of the best Marvel entry movies, next to Iron Man.
Really love this movie. I cannot understand why critics' score is so low.
I think Marvel did very good job with setting up Thor

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SonicHD7Jun 1, 2017

As the son of Odin (Anthony Hopkins), king of the Norse gods, Thor (Chris Hemsworth) will soon inherit the throne of Asgard from his aging father. However, on the day that he is to be crowned, Thor reacts with brutality when the gods'As the son of Odin (Anthony Hopkins), king of the Norse gods, Thor (Chris Hemsworth) will soon inherit the throne of Asgard from his aging father. However, on the day that he is to be crowned, Thor reacts with brutality when the gods' enemies, the Frost Giants, enter the palace in violation of their treaty. As punishment, Odin banishes Thor to Earth. While Loki (Tom Hiddleston), Thor's brother, plots mischief in Asgard, Thor, now stripped of his powers, faces his greatest threat.… Expand

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ZerpnosMar 4, 2017

Dünyaya ışınlanan Thor ilk başta olayları araştıran birileriyle tanışır ve kıza aşık olur. Güzel zamanlar geçiren Thor artık çekici bulmanın vaktini geldiğini anlamıştır fakat biraz geç kalmıştır. Agents of Shield denen ekip çoktan çekicinDünyaya ışınlanan Thor ilk başta olayları araştıran birileriyle tanışır ve kıza aşık olur. Güzel zamanlar geçiren Thor artık çekici bulmanın vaktini geldiğini anlamıştır fakat biraz geç kalmıştır. Agents of Shield denen ekip çoktan çekicin etrafını çevirmiş ve incelemeye başlamıştır. Sonunda çekicine kavuşan Thor, Dünyaya gönderilen Yokediciyi ardından Asgarda saldırmak isteyen kötüleri durdurur.… Expand

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SCarlisleSep 26, 2016

Thank God for Paramount Pictures, Marvel Studios, Kenneth Branagh, and Kevin Fiege for delivering one of the greatest superhero films onto the big screen to date! Thor is wonderful in nearly all of it's ways! The setting of Asgard is one ofThank God for Paramount Pictures, Marvel Studios, Kenneth Branagh, and Kevin Fiege for delivering one of the greatest superhero films onto the big screen to date! Thor is wonderful in nearly all of it's ways! The setting of Asgard is one of the most beautiful atmospheric environments seen in film history to date! The plot is very solid, and the characters are amazing! Before watching this film, I found it hard for me to relate to Thor, but what Kenneth Branagh did in this film is unprecedented! This movie is absolutely phenomenal! A few iffy plot points prevent the film from scoring an overall perfect score of 10, but that should not take away from how amazing this movie is! Thor is hilarious! You will find yourself literally laughing out loud at certain points in the film. This film just about has everything a superhero film needs--action, comic relief, drama, tear-jerking moments, the list goes on. Thor is awesome! There is not really a whole lot more that can be added to this. Thor is awesome!… Expand

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MovieLover123Jul 17, 2016

Not going to lie, I know the plot is nonsensical and the CGI sometimes is mediocre, however the MCU finally has a good villain character in Loki and the hammer is pretty awesome. Overall, it is a great summer popcorn flick and nothing more.Not going to lie, I know the plot is nonsensical and the CGI sometimes is mediocre, however the MCU finally has a good villain character in Loki and the hammer is pretty awesome. Overall, it is a great summer popcorn flick and nothing more. It will definitely not age well, but I definitely enjoyed it while in the moment.… Expand

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Compi24Jun 27, 2016

As far as quasi-coming-of-age-action-adventure-superhero films go, "Thor" is without a doubt among the best. In all seriousness though, Kenneth Branagh had a demigod (tee-hee) of a task on his hands in trying to simultaneously sell theAs far as quasi-coming-of-age-action-adventure-superhero films go, "Thor" is without a doubt among the best. In all seriousness though, Kenneth Branagh had a demigod (tee-hee) of a task on his hands in trying to simultaneously sell the magical realism of the fantastical world at hand, whilst furthering the overall narrative that was "Phase One" of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. And, to be quite frank, he pulled it off. In spades. "Thor" not only accomplishes both of the aforementioned feats, it also introduces us to the charismatic stylings of both Chris Hemsworth and Tom Hiddleston, while also teaching us that Branagh himself indeed has a few action-oriented tricks up his directorial sleeves. Overall, "Thor" is great entertainment and I regret missing when it came out.… Expand

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ElectroNickMay 1, 2016

Thor hd always been one of the more boring characters in the Marvel universe since there wasn't really more to him outside of being a Norse God. This film though really fixed that as Thor has a similar character arc to Tony Stark but thereThor hd always been one of the more boring characters in the Marvel universe since there wasn't really more to him outside of being a Norse God. This film though really fixed that as Thor has a similar character arc to Tony Stark but there are a few differences. Thor starts as a prideful prince who lets the power get to his head but later learns the value of mortal life. He goes to Earth after being cast out from Asgard which gives way to interesting character interactions. Chris Hemsworth is a perfect choice to play the God of Thunder and he has great chemistry with Natalie Portman as Jane Foster. There is also a nice comrade re with the Warriors three much like their comic book counter parts. Anthony Hopkins carries a strong presence as Odin which is standard for such a powerhouse actor. The one actor who really steals the show is Tom Hiddleton as Loki. He is a devious character hence why he is called the God of Mischief but he is sympathetic as well in this incarnation. He is so good as the god of mischief that he even fooled me on more than one occasion which makes him a great villain since he is manipulative and unpredictable. Kenneth Branagh directs this film with his trademark visual flare making this film not only fun to watch but also beautiful to behold. This film made me a new Thor fan and I can't wait to see what awaits him in the future.… Expand

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Cinemassacre94Mar 20, 2016

Kenneth Branagh invests this comicbook epic with a weighty yet never overbearing Shakespearean dimension.

Neither the star pupil nor the dunce of the Marvel superhero-to-screen class, “Thor” delivers the goods so long as butt is beingKenneth Branagh invests this comicbook epic with a weighty yet never overbearing Shakespearean dimension.

Neither the star pupil nor the dunce of the Marvel superhero-to-screen class, “Thor” delivers the goods so long as butt is being kicked and family conflict is playing out in celestial dimensions, but is less thrilling during the Norse warrior god’s rather brief banishment on Earth. With Aussie hunk Chris Hemsworth impressive in the lead and helmer Kenneth Branagh investing the dramatic passages with a weighty yet never overbearing Shakespearean dimension, pic looks sure to reap big B.O. on the strength of its ready-made audience, but faces a tougher time attracting viewers for whom this type of fare is the exception rather than the rule.

Although the comicbook has been in print since 1962, Thor hasn’t scored much more than supporting roles and guest spots in various toons and telepics since. With this in mind, scripters Ashley Edward Miller, Zack Stentz and Don Payne have wisely penned an unhurried but engrossing half-hour setup of the lesser-known Marvel character and the three worlds he inhabits.

Opening snapshot in New Mexico finds astrophysicist Jane Foster (Natalie Portman), her gal-pal/assistant Darcy Lewis (Kat Dennings) and Jane’s mentor, Dr. Erik Sevig (Stellan Skarsgard) investigating a twister-like atmospheric disturbance. In their haste to discover what’s come down in the storm, their RV knocks down Thor (Hemsworth), a buff and bearded stranger.

Bulk of the action in the first couple of reels sets up Thor’s fall from grace in his homeland, Asgard, a heavenly realm ruled by his supremely wise but aging father, Odin (Anthony Hopkins). Just moments away from peacefully ascending the throne ahead of brother Loki (Tom Hiddleston), Thor leaps into an eye-popping interdimensional portal and leads an unauthorized attack on Jotunheim, home to their enemies, the Frost Giants, led by reptile-like Laufey (Colm Feore). Odin’s punishment: Thor is dispatched to Midgard (Earth) with his magical hammer, Mjolnir, but cannot use the mighty instrument until he overcomes the classic mythological shortcomings of arrogance and impetuosity.

Speckled with amusing fish-out-of-water humor as Thor marches around a dusty New Mexico town like he’s still in Asgard, the story promises much from the attentions of government agent Coulson (Clark Gregg) and Thor’s brewing confrontation with the Destroyer, a hulking creation that resembles a high-tech suit of armor and shoots fire from its eyes. He’s joined in this endeavor by Asgard warrior pals Sif (Jaimie Alexander), Volstagg (Ray Stevenson), Fandral (Josh Dallas), and Hogun (Tadanobu Asano).

Yet Thor’s smackdown with the Destroyer is all too brief and anticlimactic when stacked up against the spectacularly rendered rumbles in other dimensions. Though Thor’s romance with Jane is passable, thanks largely to Portman’s sterling work in a thinly written role, the couple isn’t given enough alone time or meaningful dialogue to raise the relationship above the ordinary.

It’s a different matter in the heavens. Hopkins rises to the occasion with a restrained yet powerful portrayal of a father forced by conscience to deal the bitterest of judgments upon his chosen heir, and Hiddleston gives a finely tuned perf as the sibling whose loyalty or otherwise to Thor remains a tantalizing question until deep into proceedings. Almost unrecognizable as the star of Aussie soap “Home and Away” in the mid-2000s, Hemsworth holds his own in distinguished company and will serve the series well in any sequels and “The Avengers,” Marvel’s all-star superhero bash skedded for 2012 release. Given only a handful of lines, Rene Russo is under-used as Odin’s wife, Frigga.

As the living actor and director most closely associated with Shakespeare, Branagh may seem a surprise choice for such material. A childhood reader of the comics, he brings a fan’s enthusiasm and his skill as an actor’s director to the table here. Fitting Hemsworth out with a classical but never pompous British accent and shooting emotionally charged sequences with elegant simplicity, Branagh succeeds in rendering his mythological characters deeply human.

While no fatal missteps are taken along Thor’s path to redemption, pic has a slightly choppy feel, as if it’s trying to squeeze an origin tale and at least part of its sequel into a single entity. Most of the material motors along just fine, though the editing occasionally seems a bit too hurried in moving from one dimension to the next. An extra reel of Earth-bound story might not have gone astray.

Effects work is on the money, with the suspended, glowing Bitfrost gateway from Asgard to other worlds an eye-catching highlight. All other technical credits are thoroughly pro.… Expand

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FuturedirectorMar 17, 2016

Thor is another classic of action films. Maybe the mitology and formula it's a bit confusing or dull for this kind of films, but it really works, with interesting story-telling, human altitude, great interpretations and action-packed. Fans ofThor is another classic of action films. Maybe the mitology and formula it's a bit confusing or dull for this kind of films, but it really works, with interesting story-telling, human altitude, great interpretations and action-packed. Fans of Marvel will really like this film.… Expand

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BarneyOnMTMar 12, 2016

WHAT I LIKED: 'Thor' is majestic, fantastical yet heart-filled. Really, it's a shock it's so good, but thanks Kenneth Brannagh's Shakespearean characterisation, we get one of the better hero origins we've seen. Branagh's attention to detailWHAT I LIKED: 'Thor' is majestic, fantastical yet heart-filled. Really, it's a shock it's so good, but thanks Kenneth Brannagh's Shakespearean characterisation, we get one of the better hero origins we've seen. Branagh's attention to detail is perfect for this world and these characters, as are the incredible cast who are all perfect for their roles. This film will make you smile, triumph, and it'll even tug at your heart strings.
WHAT I DIDN'T LIKE: It could have done with a touch more action and a more interesting plot to add to it's overall impact. Oh, and, what was Loki's plan exactly...?
VERDICT: A fantasy take on Superhero films, 'Thor' is sadly Marvel's forgotten gem - it's actually very good.… Expand

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EpicLadySpongeFeb 4, 2016

Thor wasn't the best opening to a franchise, but it's still strong and holdable at some cases and then there are those cases that remind you to the case of Thor.

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