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The epic adventure Thor spans the Marvel Universe from present day Earth to the mystical realm of Asgard. At the center of the story is The Mighty Thor, a powerful but arrogant warrior whose reckless ... read more read more...actions reignite an ancient war. As a result, Thor is banished to Earth where he is forced to live among humans. When the most dangerous villain of his world sends its darkest forces to invade Earth, Thor learns what it takes to be a true hero.-- (C) Paramount Pictures

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PG-13, 1 hr. 55 min.

Directed by: Kenneth Branagh

Release Date: May 6, 2011

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DVD Release Date: September 13, 2011

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  • jmanard52
    May 8, 2011
    jmanard52
    Easily one of the best looking Marvel movies so far. I was never a big Thor fan in the comics but this movie had me locked in. Overall i think this movie shines thanks to Hemsworh, Hiddleston the supportin cast. It takes its place among the top super hero films Marvel has done no... read morew that they are in control.
  • MidnightMadwoman
    May 26, 2012
    MidnightMadwoman
    And to think, I never used to much care for superheroes. The only thing I can think of that I didn't like about this film was how they made Asgaard another planet (I think), rather than an alternate terrestrial plane or something. I really love the elements that drive this story:... read more the classic imperialistic bloodlust that typifies all famous mythological warriors is what leads the characters to create problems for themselves, and Thor can really only grow and mature as a character once he gets past it. I was really impressed how they succeeded in making Thor seem really alien on Earth, which is really hard to do to handsome humanoid characters. My favorite element, among many gems, was definitely Loki. He is really far from a one-dimensional villain; he's got depth, motivation and a real heart, so much so that there were times I found myself rooting for him. You can tell you've got a good thing going when it seems like a shame for either side to prevail over the other in the end. If anyone understands how vital it is to have a strong villain it's Kenneth Branaugh, a man who's excelled in the past by playing Iago onscreen. Even the Forst Giants were interesting. What a wonderful film.
  • StarCrossedVoyager
    May 19, 2012
    StarCrossedVoyager
    I only really watched this because I wanted to know the characters before watching The Avengers, and as soon as the brilliant space visuals came up on screen I wished I had seen this in the cinema (and then when Loki showed up I definitely kicked myself!). As an introduction film... read more it did great. I really got a sense of who these characters were and there were some really great funny bits but overall I think it was slightly too long which was annoying. It boasts a brilliant cast which really paid off however when Jane and Thor kiss... That was awful. It was so obvious they really weren't into it and were doing a stage kiss and it ruined the moment.
  • fb619846742
    May 16, 2012
    fb619846742
    An entertaining if largely forgettable and very familiar story of a should-be king (Chris Hemsworth) cast down into exile after starting a war in the distant realm of Asgard. While Hemsworth turns in an admirable portrayal of the demigod, the movie's Shakespearean tone, while an ... read moreinteresting selection, grows tired by halfway through. The special effects are, as expected, outstanding, and the acting is relatively good, but the film contains a hollow center where we don't truly care about Thor or the rest of the characters as much as we probably should. Overall, it falls into the same category of "Captain America" as okay but not good/great, spectacular in spurts but totally missable. Wait to see Thor in action in the super fun "The Avengers".
  • fb100001493964409
    May 2, 2012
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    So, I am going to see "The Avengers" this Friday. No matter what. And it occurred to me that I hadn't seen "Thor" or "Captain America" (I haven't seen "The Incredible Hulk" in its entirety, but no offense to Bruce Banner, I haven't exactly felt the urge to seek it out). I realize... read mored that I needed to cram them in before I went and saw "The Avengers", starting with "Thor" followed by "Captain America." So, how was Thor? Pretty good. Not "Iron Man", but certainly better than "Iron Man 2." It has the hardest job of all the Avenger films by far. Narcissistic playboy that constructs power armor? Seems legit. A super soldier project from WW2 thawed out from the ice? I'll roll with it. A man who transforms into a green monster when he's mad? Getting kind of out there. A Norse god come to Earth with ALL of the previously mentioned characters all existing in the same universe somehow? WHAT? As you can see, Thor was the weirdest gamble of the Avengers crew by far, and they pulled it off. The plot is very basic, but the characters are plenty enjoyable and there are some clever twists (however, before the movie pats itself on the back, the ending "surprise" isn't even close to surprising, and one fakeout by the movie is pretty obvious towards the end). The risky gamble has certainly paid off though. Overall, it's good fun, and you can do far worse.
  • fb733768972
    May 2, 2012
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    THOR is entertaining as all hell, and Chris Hemsworth really brings a likeable personality to his character. This film has the perfect run time needed and the visuals were stunning, and although the action was awesome, is was a bit unbalanced. There is an opening action scene tha... read moret is far too big to just be an introduction to the mighty character, because after that sequence, all you want is more of that, which you never get, but small sprinkles of action throughout the film. That being said, the summer movie season is off to a fantastic start. THOR has been banished to earth, and I couldn't imagine a better time the movies than watching someone learn what everything is while I also watch a superhero find his powers. In short, I highly recommend this summer popcorn flick to all superhero fans. I went it clueless about the THOR character, but I came out with my mind in Asguard! This thunderous movie is a great kick-off for the summer movie season. Although the action lags a bit, and Kat Dennings is annoying as hell, the story is fantastic, the visuals are amazing, the characters are likeable, it's funny, and it is a must see. THOR DELIVERS
  • fb1378820053
    April 10, 2012
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    Another Brilliant Marvel Comic adaption. Thor is Witty, Funny and Charming. Chris Hemsworth is fantastic as "Thor" and Newcomer Tom Hiddleston as the Brilliant Villain "Loki"(Who will feature in the upcoming film "The Avengers" and the Thor Sequel.) The Film doesn't feel as Epic... read more and on a large scale as previous Marvel films but Thor is still a great summer superhero film.
  • danperry17
    April 8, 2012
    danperry17
    The production design, top to bottom, is spectacular, and unlike some of the Marvel movies, Thor doesn't significantly bog down in origin story, (perhaps because little had to happen, he just fell to Earth). The backstory is intriguing, as is his arrival on Earth and what that me... read moreans to an unsuspecting small town in New Mexico. Take excellent casting - Anthony Hopkins, what? - and opulent direction by Branagh, (which isn't the movie's only similarity to Hamlet), and combine it with big action and effects to make a highly watchable summer popcorn movie. I still probably won't go near Thor 2, but this one was totally worth seeing. Pure entertainment.
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    April 6, 2012
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    March 9, 2012
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    An incredibly entertaining movie. This movie expertly captivates audiences in the character development of Thor. Action is lacking any sort of entertainment value, 80% of the shots that are done in this movie have this "tilt" to the camera that makes one wanna tilt their head so ... read morethat they can see clearly, and much of the things that works in this movie has been taken from much better superhero movies, but one cannot deny that this is an entertaining movie that teaches good themes.

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Critic Reviews

Anthony Lane
May 16, 2011
Anthony Lane, New Yorker

There is pleasure to be plundered from some of the battle scenes, especially when Thor is confronting ice monsters with blood-red eyes, and from the culture clash that resounds when he descends to pre... Full Review

Roger Ebert
May 12, 2011
Roger Ebert, Chicago Sun-Times

The story might perhaps be adequate for an animated film for children, with Thor, Odin and the others played by piglets. In the arena of movies about comic book superheroes, it is a desolate vastation. Full Review

David Edelstein
May 9, 2011
David Edelstein, New York Magazine

A giant notch up is Hiddleston, who'd make a good Edmund in King Lear: You register the chip on his shoulder rather than the villainy. Full Review

J. R. Jones
May 6, 2011
J. R. Jones, Chicago Reader

This is eminently missable, though the mosaic design of Asgard, Thor's mythical realm, is pretty cool. Full Review

Peter Rainer
May 6, 2011
Peter Rainer, Christian Science Monitor

I approached this new lollapalooza with an open mind that was quickly addled by loads of back story and front story and an ear-splitting avalanche of special effects. Full Review

Chris Vognar
May 6, 2011
Chris Vognar, Dallas Morning News

Nothing against the buff, blond God of Thunder, but Thor just doesn't have a built-in wow factor among the nongeek brigade. Full Review

Lisa Kennedy
May 6, 2011
Lisa Kennedy, Denver Post

[Kenneth Branagh's] Shakespearean chops add texture in scenes that require the care and feeding of literature's grander themes: pride, paternity and honor. Full Review

Tom Long
May 6, 2011
Tom Long, Detroit News

Essentially, when the movie comes down to Earth it's pretty good. But when it spends time across the universe -- and it spends a lot of time across the universe -- it's pure geek fare. Which may thril... Full Review

Christopher Orr
May 6, 2011
Christopher Orr, The Atlantic

For those with a taste for the genre, Thor is a worthy addition to the pantheon. Full Review

Amy Biancolli
May 6, 2011
Amy Biancolli, Houston Chronicle

The visuals are breathtaking without it, all swirling cosmic nebulae and mythic cityscapes of the Norse-god capital Asgard. Full Review

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