The fabricated imagery of Asgard to be a perfect amalgam of advanced technology with ancient mythology. It was quite a drastic contrast with the home world of the Frost Giants which was vastly simpler in terms of detail and color, but equal in terms of “epic” scale.
Thor is a very entertaining film that showcases a very charismatic performance of one of Marvel’s powerhouse licenses. There are enough “wow” moments to justify the expense at the box office.
The cinematography variety in the action sequences was very much satisfying. The audience gets plenty of wide shots to appreciate that “epic” scale but it also pushes in to medium and close-up shots to remind the audience that a real actor is still participating in the scene, thus selling the illusion in a more effective way.
Directed by Kenneth Branagh starring Chris Hemsworth, Anthony Hopkins and Natalie Portman.
When Thor openning the show into theaters on May 6th 2011, Thor hammered into the #1 spot in theaters this throughtout the weekend. Opening in 3955, Thor averaged $16,800 per theater.
Thor, a powerful but arrogant warrior, is sent down to Earth as punishment for reigniting a reckless war. But after a dangerous villain from his world sends the darkest forces of Asgard to invade Earth, the hammer-wielding Thor will learn what it takes to be a true hero in order to save mankind.
One clear strength of this film was the CG artistry and effects that created Thor’s home world of Asgard and the supernatural abilities of its warriors. Clearly, the one word that was used frequently during production staff meetings was “epic” and that scale did not disappoint. It is a shame that Thor’s wielding of Mjolnir was limited to one sequence in the beginning and one during the film’s climax, but when he does, the god of thunder is not to be trifled with. The lightning effects were dazzling, but what was more impressive was the varying impact blows from the hammer itself whether it was thrown, used in flight or used in common melee as each seemed to have its own distinct sound effect. 