Full of thunderous riveting action scenes

Rating: 8/10 (5 May 2011)

"Thor" was a great Marvel film. Although not on the same level as "Spider-Man", it was still good and highly enjoyable. I wasn't expecting to enjoy this film as much as I had, which was a pretty pleasant experience for me.
Thor is a powerful warrior in the realm of Asgard. He was set to become next in line for King, but was banished from his homeland and was sent to Earth after one of his thoughtless actions.
The plot seems very 'normal' and/or 'cliche' for science-fiction movies, but "Thor" proved that even a mediocre and often-used plot could be turned great. The mythological additions to the movie were wonderfully done. It made the film more interesting.
The fighting scenes were all really intense and my eyes were really glued to the screen. I can't even choose a favorite action sequence! They were all just really good. Another great thing about this movie was the humor. Believe me, there are many one-liners that will most likely get you to chuckle.
I loved the twist in the plot, too. I was honestly surprised by it. That was funny because I thought I had the story and the characters all figured out. It turns out that I didn't. (SPOILERS:) It only made me love Loki more. From the beginning, I had this thought that he'd turn out to be the villain (I mean, hello! Dead-like eyes?), and I was right. I wasn't expecting him to be a double-crosser! That was a big, but pleasant, surprise for me. I was sad that he chose to "die" in the end. I wanted him to rule the land of Asgard with Thor. Oh well. (/SPOILERS)
I didn't care for the romance that "Thor" had. Natalie Portman and the rest of her family didn't actually do anything for this film. Except for add to the humor of the movie. (SPOILERS:) I was glad the movie ended the way it did. Unlike the standard that mythology action-romance films seem to have, where when the god falls in love with a mortal, he gives up his god-like status in the end to be with the girl and etc. I'm so glad that "Thor" didn't go down that worn-out road. (/SPOILER)
The only bad thing about this movie was the 3D. While everything did seem to have that 3D effect, the colors were very drained out. It didn't help that the movie already had dark hues to begin with. It was hard to see, especially during the start of the film. But other than that, it was good! Save your money and enjoy this riveting film the classic way: good 'ol 2D style.
Viewed on: May 5, 2011