Thor

This movie was very, very good from start to finish. If you love comic book adventures, then Thor has a good but different look into the life of a superhero movie. It is more of an introductory story rather than an origin since our main protaganist was born to be a super hero, not some accident-gone-wrong mutation like a lot of the others, which works for them, but not for Thor. Thor (played by Chris Hemsworth) is an Asgardian, who are beings from another dimension who are far superior in strength and power compared to people living on Earth. The family drama between Odin (Anthony Hopkins) and his two sons, Thor and Loki(Tom Hiddleston), plays out wonderfully and is essentially the main driving plot in this movie. Thor is a proud and arrogant warrior prince who is destined to be the King of Asgard whenever his father, Odin, thinks he is worthy of that title. Soon into the movie Thor disobeys an important request from his father that ultimately jeapordizes the peaceful times on Asgard by assaulting the Asgardians ancient enemies, the Frost Giants of Jotenheim. Odin is outraged at his eldest son and quickly strips him of his "godly" powers and banishes him to Earth until a time that he learns the error of his actions. Upon Earth, Thor quickly meets a group of scientists led by Jane Foster (Natalie Portman) who, through some mis-adventures, end up helping Thor to find his purpose behind his banishment. Meanwhile, back on Asgard, King Odin is falling into a coma, a rest he needs to replensh his awesome powers from time to time called the "Odinsleep" and cannot continue commanding Asgard, so Thors brother Loki assumes command in his place. But is all good with Loki? He seems to have a mysterious past, and now his motives are a little unclear as to why he wants to rule Asgard. Back on Earth, Thor must quickly learn his lesson in humility and get back to Asgard and set the things he messed up straight. Overall, this movie was very well acted. Director Kenneth Branagh deserves many kudos for getting good performances from his lead actors. Many have said that Tom Hiddleston steals the show with his portrayal of the jealous brother, Loki. And he readily does! The set designs in this movie were top notch- the interiors of Odins Throne room, Heimdalls observatory and parts of the frost giants homeworld were all stage built and they looked wonderful. The small town in New Mexico for the Earth scenes was built as well, but maybe this you can tell as it kind of looks simplistic, but it was still more than serviceable for the movies sake. And I'm kind of tired of people saying Thor and Janes "Romance" was to short to be believable. First of all, who ever said it was a full-blown romance gone full circle? I never once heard either character proclaim their love for one another. This was just Thor and Janes introduction to each other. They developed a crush for each other, and the filmmakers are waiting for the sequels to flesh it out even more. Have some patience people, this will pay off down the road. Buy or rent this movie and enjoy a great adventure with good action, you won't be disappointed! 4.5/5 (rounded up to 5/5)

Thor is, if you are watching the MCU movies in release order, the fourth movie released after Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, and Iron Man 2. If you are watching the movies in chronological order, it is the sixth coming after Captain America, Captain Marvel, Iron Man, Iron Man 2, and The Incredible Hulk. It tells the origin story of Thor (played by Chris Hemsworth) and his brother Loki (played by Tom Hiddleston). The movie actually opens on Earth where an astrophysicist named Jane Foster (played by Natalie Portman) and Dr. Salvig (played by Stellan Skarsgard) are tracking astronomical anomalies (along with their work-study student worker Darcy, played wonderfully by Kat Dennings who steals nearly every scene she is in) hits Thor with their van when Thor is exiled from Asgard. Then the movie flashes back to show what led up to Thor's banishment, and when the movie comes back to Earth, what we get is in part a fish-out-of-water story, in part a love story, and in part a story of a superpowered frat boy becoming a hero. For those who get the 4K Blu-Ray set, there are two discs, a UHD disc with just the movie itself, and then a regular Blu-Ray disc with the special features. The movie looks very good and sounds great. People who are true videophiles who really pay attention to grain and black levels probably will not find the video quality as good as it is for the later movies, but most people will find it a step up from the Blu-Ray, especially with the Asgard colors and the New Mexico landscape. The extras are all ported over from the initial DVD/Blu-Ray release, and include a great commentary track on the movie with director Kenneth Branagh and then there are several behind-the-scenes and making-of featurettes that range from a couple of minutes to just under twenty minutes. Then, there is a Marvel one-shot that sets up the end scene of The Incredible Hulk and how Tony Stark was selected to go visit General Ross, the theatrical trailers, and a trailer for the new Avengers Animated movie. There is also a short look at the Avengers movie which was in production at the time Thor was released. Overall, the movie is really good. It has a great blend of comedy, action, and drama, with a little bit of romance between Thor and Jane, mixed in (but that is kept on the backburner for the most part and does not get too over the top). The supporting cast, including Anthony Hopkins, Renee Ruso, Idris Elba, Ray Stevenson, Jamie Alexander, and Colm Feore is great, and the movie expanded the role of Clark Gregg's Phil Coulson even more than it was expanded in Iron Man 2. The post-credits scene (this was in the days when there was not both a mid-credits and post-credits scene) set up both Captain America (which was the next movie in release order) and the storyline of The Avengers. Hemsworth did a great job in the role and got absolutely jacked for it, really looking the part of a god-like hero. It is definitely a movie worth watching and the 4k disc is worth the upgrade.

There is no need to rehash what the movie is about since so many have done a great job in retelling the storyline. There are always naysayers who have to pick apart perfectly good movies. I am not a fan of comic books nor have I ever read one of them. I am a fan of mythology and especially Norse so I found the movie very entertaining. The acting was excellent and believable. Chris Hemsworth made the film. He was perfectly cast in my opinion. The actor who played Loki was excellent as well. Each of the actors actually did a great job. Nothing can be taken and adapted and be exactly like the source. The motion picture is a unique medium in its own right. I felt all the special effects were awesome. I liked the way they flashed back to see why Thor fell to Earth. It was a good touch. I caught the in jokes in the movie and it wasn't from reading comic books. I have probably watched this movie six times now and it is one of the best superhero movies I have ever seen. I have seen many and series with them as well since I am an older woman. I found it a breath of fresh air that the movie was more than a lot of fast action sequences and battles, yet you do get your fill. It made the story more plausible that even though some of the characters were referred to as gods and had super powers,the characters and their actions felt realistic and that they had feelings and emotions beyond "look at me and kneel to me," which was how Thor first acted with his arrogance when he arrived on Earth. In the end, he learned humility and self-sacrifice, which was predictable but would have caused the movie to fall flat without it. The theme itself is nothing new but there isn't much new to put in films, so that leaves the way it is presented and the actor portraying the part. They raised him above a mere brute with powers to a god who gains insight into what it means to care about others without expecting anything in return. The romance issue was very subtle and well portrayed. I thought it was excellent and I have pre-ordered the movie and can hardly wait until the sequel comes out and yes, there is going to be a sequel because despite what some said they are making a Thor 2 because this movie was very successful. It is a good, solid, fun, fantasy movie.

With "The Avengers" due for release in 2012, there might have been a temptation on the part of Marvel Films to not be thorough with the two releases of 2011, "Thor" and "Captain America: The First Avenger". The first of the two releases...did much to eliminate that line of thinking. "Thor" plays well on two levels--as a story of intrigue and betrayal among Norse Gods, it seems as if it is "Hamlet" on steroids; but carries some moments of surprising humor and pathos. The humor strikes many who have known the Marvel character as surprising--after all, Thor and the fellow Asgardians have been primarily known for their Elizabethan English (The usage of "thee" and "thou") and Thor's own rather severe nature. Which is why credit must be given first and foremost to Kenneth Branagh. Branagh has certainly had a history with The Bard's works, having directed "Henry V" in 1989 and "Hamlet" in 1996. Certainly the Asgard part of the story--Thor's ascension to King of Asgard subverted by his half-brother Loki, and Loki's ascension to Odin's throne--plays as a Shakespearean tale... But the earthbound part of the story--Thor's banishment to Earth, developing his relationship with the astrophysicist Jane Foster, and learning that a true leader will make sacrifices for the greater good--comes in a part of the tale which is at points humorous (If not laugh-out-loud funny), touching...almost endearing in many ways; while mixing in the action that superhero movies have to have. Branagh mixes both elements of his Shakespearean training and more traditional leanings quite well here, and creates a very good introductory story. Of course, it helps that the cast doesn't sleepwalk this out. Chris Hemsworth pulls a magnificent double in this movie (For that matter, Hemsworth and his wife--Elsa Pataky, who played the Brazilian police liasion to Dewayne Johnson in "Fast Five"--probably rolled in a bunch of money this past summer). Hemsworth captures a headstrong, willful, quick-to-anger warrior at the start; when cast out of Asgard without his powers he comes off as arrogant and spoiled--and maybe a little bit touched--but grows in the story. But Hemsworth also provides charm and a pretty good gift for physical comedy that enhances the characterization. Tom Hiddleston's Loki steals the show. It is a brilliantly nuanced character that plays all sides against each other for his benefit, but Hiddleston gives the character a unique soul--angered at his origins and feeling deprived of his birthright, and willing to take out his anger on both his Asgardian family and the Frost Giants. Anthony Hopkins and Rene Russo bring regality and power to Odin and Frigga--it is particularly nice to see Russo back at work after about a ten-year absence...Stellan Skarsgard plays Erik Selvig with a bemused look, but honest concern for Jane Foster; and Kat Dennings is a riot as Darcy Lewis. Among Thor's fellow warrior gods, Jaimie Alexander's Sif is a delight--she seems to lead the Warriors Three (Including Ray Stevenson's Volstagg--Stevenson seems on course to become a member of "The Mighty Marvel Movie Players", people who have done different roles in Marvel movies, since he played Frank Castle in "Punisher: War Zone...). Natalie Portman's Jane Foster is notable..touching, and brilliant. Given that it follows her dark turn in "Black Swan", Portman has to call on a lightness and humor that hasn't been seen much with her. Her Jane is a brilliant woman with a bad dating history, and when she has Hemsworth's Thor drop out of the sky onto her RV, she's a little overwhelmed by the mystery and the slightly imperious (Though charming) behavior. The key sequence of the movie--when Thor proves himself a hero worthy of Mjolnir, the mighty hammer--is Portman at her best; sad at Thor's initial sacrifice to The Destroyer, but her shock at what happens when the hammer returns to Thor--her "Oh...my...god??!?" is priceless, as is her comments about Thor's usual clothing after defeating The Destroyer. To paraphrase that line, Jane is a good look on Natalie. Notable among the special features is the "one-shot" where Clark Gregg's Phil Coulson, the SHIELD operative from the Iron Man movies does a little manipulating in a side-story (Which also explains a scene from "The Incredible Hulk"...). Again, Marvel Films could have been very sloppy with this story, figuring that nothing really counts until the summer of 2012. But Kenneth Branagh didn't allow that, Chris Hemsworth couldn't allow that, and Natalie Portman wouldn't allow that. Highly recommended.

Before I get to the movie, a couple of points I think worthy of mention. First of all, if like me you are one of the people trying to embrace the new 3D wave, and have shelled out for the equipment to do so, it's a shame that you cannot buy a bare bones 3D version of the film. DVD and now Blu-Ray have always given the choice it seems of a standard 1 disc release, and then a 2 or 3 disc "special edition" with bonus features etc. While these are nice to have, it's harsh to have to shell out for the 3D release, with 4 discs, if you have no need for the other copies, perhaps this will change as 3D becomes more mainstream and affordable. Secondly, watching this movie demonstrates the huge disparity or broad width of the PG-13 rating, with the exception of a few scary images, this film has no sex, no bad language, very little to offend, and the violence is stylized and succinct. One wonders how a movie like this, which I was happy to watch with younger children (7 & 9) after seeing myself first, has the same rating as something like the Twilight franchise? Perhaps this deserved less, others more or we need a middle rating in between? Anyway, the movie itself. Both the 3D version specifically and the BD version in this set have phenomenal pictures and sound, the opening part of the movie is quite darkly lit, but that is nothing to do with the reproduction here. The 3D is also nicely done, controlled like Avatar, without the director feeling the need to throw things out of the screen all the time and say "this is 3D!" like the rather ridiculous "Drive Angry". The story is an old and has been well told in many formats over the years, young petulant and headstrong Thor get's on the wrong side of his father the King, thanks to some back stabbing connivance by younger brother Loki, and ends up on Earth, to find himself, and learn humility, sacrifice and how to be a king, not just a warrior. The action is well interspersed and the movie moves at a nice pace, plenty of eye candy, some humor, and enough references to the upcoming Avengers flick next year to keep the comic book fans happy. That said, and to reiterate the comments of others, this is a stand alone movie, whether you are familiar with the comics, Norse legends or not, and is well directed by Kenneth Branagh. Good old fashioned storytelling it is, the movie opens strong, builds well, and ends satisfyingly, with enough of a crack in the door for a sequel, or to whet your appetite for the upcoming aforementioned Avengers movie. Heroes, villains, battles, betrayal, loyalty, and action abound, even the love interest is tastefully handled and compliments the story. I for one was very impressed with relative newcomer Chris Hemsworth (I don't really count his cameo at the beginning on the Star Trek remake) and think he will definitely be one to watch. 5 stars for great entertainment, relax and enjoy with the whole family, just remember some of the scary stuff will be too much for very young viewers probably.

The product was just as expected.

Ok here's the skinny, I love the movie simply because "Follywood" did not totally screw it up. I am still pissed as all hell about the fact that when "Follywood" gets their hands on a comicbook character they think they can outdo the original writers, sorry "Follywood" big mistake, it ain't happenning. Who say's ain't, ain't a word ohh yeah, english majors, but I digress.Part of the reason comics are so popular is that they are very well written and the people who read really don't want his or her characters to messed up via "Follywood's screenwriters who think they are staying true to the characters or want to put their own spin on a great story. Thor was a great quick shot in to the world of one of Marvels most mistreated characters. We seem to always want to knock down or degrade our demigods, I'm not touching the real deal equation. The movie was definitely cool from a comic book fans perspective, even if there was no Donald Blake involved in the movie. Although his alter ego plays a very pivitol role in the comics until the year 2000,, and while Jane Foster was not a nurse all is forgiven. I came in to the movie not seeing a single trailer on purpose, as I have read and own about 75% of the Thor comics Marvel has produced. I have been reading them since he first ran in to the Hulk, back in Journey in to Mystery issue 112, and then I got in to Norse Mythology. So I am what Marvel would have called back then a "True believer" or Merry Marvel Madman. I loved the visuals, the timing was almost flawless and for an actor who was pretty much unknown to most Americans I think he did a really good job, and as always I wanted most special effects , especially when it came to what the hammer is actually capable of doing. I would dare say, that I would like to see another Thor movie this time without his half brother involved. But as most Most comic book fans of Thor know, that's almost impossible though, but Crusher Creel AKA "The Absorbing Man" would be a great nemesis for Thor as well as "the Celestials". Hell there could even be a subplot feautring Hercules after all Thor saved "Herc" from Zeus's brother Pluto. All in all a well put together effort if not completely accurate by "Follywood" So yeah, spend your money, put this one in your archives under the "Fun, Action, and fantasy section", it belongs there. It is way better than either Fantastic Four movies which were such a dissapointment to many fans of the books, but that's "Follywood" for you, Thos is a great little flick, it's a keeper.

This review comes from a long-time fan of comics. This is one of the very best Marvel movies yet, and Thor had to be one of the hardest comics characters to adapt to film. I believe they've managed to do such a great job that even people who never really were all that fond of Thor in the comics will really like this movie. One problem they overcame was the costumes. The versions they came up with for the film are recognizable, but avoid looking foolish- even Loki's horned helmet. They neatly side-stepped the "Donald Blake" subplot. They had the wisdom to avoid having Asgardians speak with "thees and thous". They avoided offending viewers (generally) on the subject of "godhood", and even got a bit of humor out of it. And the humor, throughout the film, was done well, and was never forced. There were pleasant, natural tie-ins with Bruce Banner, Stark, Hawkeye, SHIELD, and Nick Fury. The set designs were wonderful. Asgard looks like Jack Kirby with Norse Viking decoration. The banquet hall looked like Maxfield Parrish painted it, and Bifrost was dazzlingly perfect. I always wondered what Thor saw in Jane Foster. Thanks to Natalie Portman, I know now. Aside from the consideration of being true to its comic book roots, the acting, direction, special effects, wardrobe, cinematography, sound, and music are all consistently top-notch. HERE FOLLOW SPOILERS! I loved the way they came up with a visual symbol for the spell Odin cast on Thor's hammer. The Destroyer was more scary-looking than ever. (And I read his original appearance when I was 12 years old.) Although they didn't explain it in the film, the Destroyer isn't a robot. It's a hollow, magical suit of armor, activated by and filled with Odin's power. Using it against the frost giants, then having to charge it back up probably helped bring on the Odinsleep. Some critics said Thor's change of heart, evidence of an increase in maturity and wisdom, came too rapidly to be believable. He believed that his careless actions had been partially responsible for his father's death! He was filled with grief and guilt. That would tend to calm him down some, I should think. I was glad that Jane kissed him, instead of him acting like he had some "right" to her. I liked the way you could tell that he was glad that Jane was searching for him at the end. Ah, the course of true love... I really can't find a false note in this entire film, and recommend it wholeheartedly.

I got the package. It came fast and it’s a great entertainment. Great movie.

950 A.D. - Die Norweger führen ein beschauliches Leben auf der Erde. Jedoch werden sie jäh heimgesucht von Invasoren des Planeten Jotunheim, den Frostriesen. Nur durch Odin, den Herrscher von Asgaard und seine Armee kann die Menschheit vor dem Untergang bewahrt werden. Die Frostriesen werden wieder nach Jotunheim verbannt und ihrer Machtquelle beraubt, die fortan in Asgaard verwahrt wird. Daraufhin kehrt Friede ein und Odin widmet sich der Erziehung seiner beiden Söhne. Thor, der zu einem kräftigen, aber auch hochmütigen Krieger heranwächst und Loki, der sich oft List und Tücke zu seinen Verbündeten macht. Am Tage von Thors Krönung kommt es zu einem Zwischenfall. Einige Frostriesen finden den Weg nach Asgaard, vorbei am Torwächter Heimdall und ihnen gelingt es, bis zu der gestohlenen Machtquelle vorzudringen. Nur durch das Eingreifen des mächtigsten aller Wachen, dem Destroyer, gelingt es, den Angriff zu vereiteln. Thor jedoch sinnt nach Rache und widersetzt sich, gemeinsam mit seinen 4 treuen Wegefährten, dem Befehl des Königs und macht sich auf den Weg nach Jotunheim, um die Frostriesen auszulöschen. Nur mit Glück schaffen sie den Weg zurück und zur Strafe verbannt Odin seinen eigenen Sohn, beraubt ihn seiner Kraft und nimmt ihm seinen Kriegshammer - Mjolmir. Dieser soll ihm erst wieder gehorchen, wenn Thor seiner wieder würdig ist. Thors Verbannung führt ihn auf die Erde, im Jahr 2011, direkt in die Arme der Forscherin Jane Foster und ihrer Kollegen. Dort angekommen lernt Thor den Umgang mit den Menschen und gesteht sich seine Fehler ein. Als er hört, dass er dem Verrat seines Bruders Loki aufgesessen ist, muss er durch Mut und Entschlossenheit sich, seinen Vater und sogar Jotunheim vor dem Untergang bewahren... Thor ist ein Film, der mit tollen Bildern und furioser Action glänzt. Nichtsdestotrotz gelingt es, die Charaktere sehr genau einzuführen. Der Zuschauer kann zu jedem Zeitpunkt einem der Hauptfiguren seine Rolle zuordnen. Ausgenommen davon ist Loki, Thors Bruder. Seine Beweggründe erschließen sich erst zum Ende, lange Zeit bleibt er ein Rätsel und man kann nicht einschätzen, ob er zu den Guten oder den Bösen gehört. Der Film entspricht genau meinen Vorstellungen einer "Marvel" Produktion, überzeugt er doch mit einer kurzweiligen Einführung, überrasschendem Humor, einer Liebesgeschichte und natürlich satter Superheldenaction. Letztere kommt keineswegs zu viel zum Einsatz, sondern ist wunderbar dosiert und weiß zu begeistern. Die Welten von Jotunheim und Asgaard sind einfach überragend gelungen. Auf der einen Seite der dunkle, von Kratern und Schluchten durchzogene Planet Jotunheim, beherrscht von den Eisriesen, auf der anderen Seite die helle, Kraft ausstrahlende Welt Asgaard, beherrscht von Odin. Dazu kommen die immer wiederkehrenden Sprünge zwischen den Welten und der Erde, wodurch die Unterschiede nochmals deutlicher werden. Untermauert wird das Ganze durch eine tolle Klangkulisse, die die gesamte Aufmachung abrundet. Ein Film, den ich jedem Fan von Superheldenfilmen ans Herz lege, genauso aber denjenigen Eltern, die ihrem Sohn was Gutes tun wollen und dabei auch ihren Spaß am Film suchen. Thor bietet die optimale Lösung.

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audio y sub en castellano, buena pelicula, aunque no esta a la altura de otras de Marvel, pero esta bien si quieres saber las historias de los protagonistas de Los Vengadores