Thor
5 Stars
Romance. War. Camaraderie. Betrayal. These are basic elements present in Norse Mythology. This movie captures all of these age old elements of storytelling and fits them nicely within Marvel's setting. The film brings these classic literary figures to life, as well as Marvel's addition to Asgard, The Warror's Three.
Thor's (Chris Hemsworth) own arrogance and brash decision making cause his father Odin (Anthony Hopkins) to banish him to Earth. As a result Thor is reduced to that of a normal human and must find his hammer, Mjölnir and earn back his godly powers. Along the way he faces obstacles from a betrayer in Asgard but presses on, and with the help of The Warriors Three (Ray Stevenson, Tadanobu Asano, and Josh Dallas), finds his way back to Asgard to take back the throne.
Like other Marvel themed movies, this is also an origin story that sets up the plot behind Thor's struggle within the Marvel universe nicely. And for Avengers fans there's yet another tie in after the credits that points toward a possible motive for Thor's return to earth. It's just another savory treat hinting what's in store for the Avengers movie, so it might be worth sticking around to see.
Overall this action packed movie has a lot to offer for both Marvel and Norse Mythology fans and is certainly worth your time and money, which is why I've given it a thundering:
5 Stars
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