FingFangFoom Reviews THOR

FingFangFoom Reviews THOR

I just attended the World premiere of Thor, so I thought I'd share my thoughts on the film.

Review Opinion
By CreshernThershPlern - Apr 17, 2011 06:04 AM EST
Filed Under: Thor



There have been great expectations when it comes to Marvel’s much anticipated release, “Thor” and, having seen the film for myself at the world premiere, I can certainly say to the fans that it will more than exceed these expectations.

This film is totally different to anything Marvel has released before. It is a true epic. At times it feels like it is two films in one; a film of the superhero genre depicting a superhuman character among mortal men, and a fantasy/ adventure film set in the spectacularly created realm of Asgard.

Visually, it is a sight to behold. The special effects are beyond fantastic. The effects of Asgard, of Jotunheim, are on a huge scale, and the colours used give this movie a very unique aesthetic.

The score is absolutely exquisite. It’s funny because I’ve never been too impressed by Patrick Doyle’s scores in the past. In comparison to John Willams’ Harry Potter scores, Doyle’s was bland, but the score for “Thor” makes it clear as to why Branagh always uses him for his movies. It mixes a grand majestic style with a modern film score style.

I think the greatest thing about this film though, is its characters. Chris Hemsworth’s portrayal of Thor is absolutely wonderful and warm. He’s captivating to watch. He is the perfect mix of arrogant, honourable, sincere and hilarious. In the film, he really owns the role. He has created a really distinct and definable character, much in the same way that Robert Downey Jr. did with Iron Man. And I am sure that this role will boost Chris’ career as it has done with RDJ. Tom Hiddleston is a wonderful villain. It’s clear how perfect he is for that role, and how much effort he put into it. He is a really unpredictable and multilayered antagonist. All the casting is just absolutely perfect. Anthony Hopkins is amazing.

Branagh seems to be one of those directors who just have the knack of getting the best performances out their actors. Everyone in this film is sensational, and Branagh’s classical training certainly comes into play with the style of Thor being what it is.

There is such a great use of humour in the film. It’s absolutely hilarious at times, with much of the comedy coming from Hemsworth. Having said this, the film achieves comedy without detracting from the drama of any good comic book film. I loved all the scenes with Lady Sif and the warriors three. These actors too, were sensational.

There are several moments in the film (without spoiling anything) that will make the fans excited. One involves Hawkeye, another involves Thor ‘becoming worthy’, and yes, there are Donald Blake references. It’s all just absolutely fantastic. There’s plenty of super-fast hammer swinging and flying. And the post credits sequence is absolutely jizzworthy.

I must also say – it is by far the best cameo Stan Lee has made in a film thus far. I laughed SO HARD.

The ending of the film may disappoint some, and it will be interesting to see how Thor will return in “The Avengers,” but for the most part, the storyline is great. It’s really wonderfully devised.

This is a really simple review, but I just want people to know how fantastic this film is. Given that I am one of the first of the general public to have seen it, I felt I had this duty. Have faith that when the time comes for you to see it, you will not be disappointed. What this film really does above all is that it makes you ten times more excited for the avengers than you already were.

It was just so much fun. The action scenes were crazy-good and all Chris Hemsworth scenes are just delightful to watch. He is a true talent.


IT’S SO AWESOME!!!

I give it 9/10
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jazzman
jazzman - 4/17/2011, 6:50 AM
i cant wait
MrReese
MrReese - 4/17/2011, 6:56 AM
:)
TheAmazingSmitty
TheAmazingSmitty - 4/17/2011, 7:00 AM
Best review I've read so far, this movie is going to be great.
Supes17
Supes17 - 4/17/2011, 7:02 AM
I really hope i like this one, idk. The thought of Thor being stranded in a Western town reminds me of Disney's Cars
ezio619
ezio619 - 4/17/2011, 7:26 AM
MAN ,SO PUMPED FOR THIS MOVIE,PLEASE CAN YOU JUST TELL HOW HAWKEYE LOOKS AND CAN YOU ALSO TELL THE POST CREDIT SCENE OR GIVE A HINT PLEASEEEEEEEEEEEEE!!!!!,IF IT WONT GET YOU IN TROUBLE OR ANYTHING BECAUSE IT IS GOING TO LEAK ANYWAY BUT I JUST CANNOT WAIT.
kurekurcubic
kurekurcubic - 4/17/2011, 7:27 AM
what im the most thrilled about is that everybody seemed to be estatic about hemsworth.i think we have new brad pitt-looks and enormous talent.and some who have seen red dawn say he is THE BEST thing about it too.i would love to see him in this new bourne movie
CraptainAmerica
CraptainAmerica - 4/17/2011, 7:32 AM
Great review by the way! Enough without spoiling too much. Sounds like it's achieved and suppassed all expections from the few reviews floating about.

Would you consider messaging me as to what the post credits scene is?
Denn1s
Denn1s - 4/17/2011, 7:35 AM
i can't wait for after-the-credits...
Mason
Mason - 4/17/2011, 7:36 AM
@FingFangFoom - Nice job, man. Thanx alot! Would it be cool if you could put a spoiler highlight area in your review, just for us that don't mind spoiling ourselves. Would be awesome to know what the credits scene is. Cheers.
marvel72
marvel72 - 4/17/2011, 7:48 AM
9/10 i'm i'm rock hard right now.
mrteaspoon
mrteaspoon - 4/17/2011, 8:12 AM
Terrible review. I'm glad to hear this guy liked it, but he didn't really paint a clear picture other than that 'it's awesome'.
DudeGuy
DudeGuy - 4/17/2011, 8:20 AM
Fantastic!
ThomYorke
ThomYorke - 4/17/2011, 8:27 AM
NEXT MONDAY!!!!! :D
SpideyQuad
SpideyQuad - 4/17/2011, 8:33 AM
3 weeks and counting!
jcrash
jcrash - 4/17/2011, 8:46 AM
The after-credits scene are probably already being discussed in the Superhero Hype forums. I usually skip spoiler-y stuff so I couldn't tell you with 100% certainty but I remember them talking about it. They're usually the first to discover stuff so I'm almost 100% sure it's already there.
THORGodOfThunder
THORGodOfThunder - 4/17/2011, 8:46 AM
WICKKEDDD!!!!!
CherryBomb
CherryBomb - 4/17/2011, 8:50 AM

What about Kat Dennings!?!?! :D
how did she do? any secrets?
RockNRollCC
RockNRollCC - 4/17/2011, 8:50 AM
YES
I'm going opening day.
JoshWilding
JoshWilding - 4/17/2011, 8:51 AM
I didn't read the review as I have no idea whether or not it's spoiler free, but I'm glad you got to see it early! Bring on the 25th. :)
TheAmazingSmitty
TheAmazingSmitty - 4/17/2011, 8:52 AM
How was the last fight of the movie? I hope it wasn't anticlimactic like the Iron Man movies.
George88
George88 - 4/17/2011, 9:01 AM
Great spoiler free review FingFangFoom. Two questions though, 1. Is the 3D good? and 2. Would you say its better than Iron Man. For me I reckon Thor's gonna be epic but I'm not convinced its gonna topple Iron Man from the best Marvel movies but we'll see :)
BassMan
BassMan - 4/17/2011, 9:02 AM
after...credits...scene...need...info...NOW!!!!
Sephiroth
Sephiroth - 4/17/2011, 9:03 AM
i wonder how it compares to IM? is it just as good, slightly worse, or slightly better?
Sephiroth
Sephiroth - 4/17/2011, 9:04 AM
@Josh it's 100% spoiler free and i'm thankful that it is.
vxMaverickxv
vxMaverickxv - 4/17/2011, 9:20 AM
Thank you for the review. I won't miss this one.
rocky
rocky - 4/17/2011, 9:23 AM
Thanks for the review, it really made my mouth water. When expectations are high there's always a bit of nervousness so I'm glad to put that to rest for the time being. Can't wait for the 6th
golden123
golden123 - 4/17/2011, 9:26 AM
Why are people so concerned with the after credits scene. The main reason those people are going to watch this movie can't just be because they want to see another movie being advertised at the end. Or casn it?
genesis609
genesis609 - 4/17/2011, 9:28 AM
man im worried about the ending now.... lol
hewilldefytheirgravity
hewilldefytheirgravity - 4/17/2011, 9:28 AM
Cool! Probably goin the night before release day! Thats what I did for Incredible Hulk in 2008 and it was a packed out house!
Hawksblueyes
Hawksblueyes - 4/17/2011, 9:35 AM
Darkmatter: e-mail it to me. I would e-mail it to you if I knew and you didn't.
dahamma
dahamma - 4/17/2011, 9:44 AM
Great spoiler free review FingFangFoom!! i really appreciate it, not everyone wants to be spoiled

My only question is, how is the 3d?
BIGBMH
BIGBMH - 4/17/2011, 9:45 AM
Good to hear! Thanks for posting!
Hawksblueyes
Hawksblueyes - 4/17/2011, 9:52 AM
Thanks Dark!
marcelmelfi
marcelmelfi - 4/17/2011, 10:07 AM
@Darkmatter can you send the post credit scene to my e-mail too?
[email protected]

pleeease

Thanks
ThreeBigTacos
ThreeBigTacos - 4/17/2011, 10:18 AM
Dark: hook a taco up : [email protected]
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