...Thor: The Lightning Blunder...
Movie Review - I know that some people may disagree with me on this; but in reality this movie is just a piece of cake without the strawberry topping on it. I am not a real fan of Thor but I knew him in the comic book as a very powerful super hero with super big ego. Compare to Iron Man or Ghost Rider; his power derive from his mighty hammer, Mjolnir. But his true strength came from his fighting skill and weapon speciality. In this movie, it felt like watching Twilight but with a big hunk of muscle.
The story started when the Frost Giant invaded earth and threaten the Nine Realms. Then came King Odin to the rescue. With so many casualties on both sides, Odin came out in victory and steal the source of the Frost Giant power; the Casket of Ancient Winters. When peace and truce were achieved, Odin tell the tales of war to both his son, Thor and Loki. When they grow up, Thor was made to be king but his ascension to the throne was disturbed when the Frost Giant were trying to steal the casket.
After the incident, Thor went to the Frost Giant planet and wanted to discover the truth even by force. Without thinking, Thor started a riot and all hell was broke lose until his father Odin rescued them. But the long time truce was broken, and both side were ready for war. Fill with anger, Odin took away Thor's power and hammer and cast him away to earth. Accidentally, He was later discovered by a group of scientist led by Jane Foster. And the rest you must discover it yourself when you watch the movie.
There are certain parts of the movie that I felt so cheesy. How did a strong headed person become a soft hearted person in an instant? Is it because Thor was in love? That aspect in the movie that I could not get it. Compare to Iron Man 2, the romance was quite little but some part of the scene showed how Tony Stark fell in love bit by bit for his secretary. In this movie, he is just showing the constellation to Jane then everything was cheesy.
The the worst part is the battle sequence. A small town was attack by the guardian and Sif and the Warrior Three was easily defeated? This was just to give way to Thor regained his senses and power. Anyway, it is not all that bad. But I do admit the humour in this movie is really good. Part of the movie, I do laugh a lot especially the part Thor was ran over by a car - TWICE! It was hillarious.
Conclusion - The movie was not that bad though. I do admit I love the reimagine of Asgard and the clothing props were excellent. The acting was also great (in a sense). The only weakness in this movie is the cheesy romance and the action sequence. I think this movie will not be like another Spider-Man or Iron Man and not that worst as Ghost Rider or The Hulk. I prefer this movie is like the 2008 Incredible Hulk. This movie is just a taste of what to come for The Avengers movie that is coming in 2012 soon. Next up, Captain America.
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