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- First reviewMay 2, 2008
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First: STAY AFTER THE CREDITS TO THE VERY END. Second: Why Are You Reading This When You Could Be Watching Avengers? Spoiler FREE!
PostedMay 5, 2012
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5
Special Effects
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5
Art Direction
3
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5
Acting
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5
Story
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5
Camerawork
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Seriously. If you need your hand held on the decision to go see this movie you probably shouldn't be walking around unsupervised.
When Iron Man was released, after the credits (This is only a spoiler if you've been imprisoned for a decade) the appearance of Nick Fury was not only a nice bonus to the film but when he said "I'm here to talk to you about the Avengers Initiative." it became something more, it became the biggest promise of cinematic things to come since the first rumors of the Star Wars Prequels, the difference being that when The Avengers finally assembled they delivered...over and over again. I'm still a little shocked that it came out as good as it did since the very idea of such a film coming together logistically flirts with impossibility. For once it seems, the studio suits who are usually hell bent on destroying good movies worked together, got contracts ironed out, freed up schedules, parted the Red Seas and allowed massive event to take place. The movie was written and directed by Joss Whedon (Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Cabin In The Woods, Toy Story) and I suspect any comic book fan who wasn't into his work before will be now. None of this would matter if the story and dialogue hadn't been good but Whedon's writing is the secret weapon of this film. Not only do all eight principles have a voice, but each is unique and rings true for the character. Thor sounds like Thor should. When Bruce Banner and Tony Stark meet they have the kind of conversation two super-geniuses would be expected to have.
The cast is impeccable. Yes, I wish things had worked out with Edward Norton because I honestly believe he was the best Bruce Banner in recent years and would have loved to see him play in this sandbox however Mark Ruffalo does a good job in the unenviable task of replacing him and The Hulk truly is incredible and more than makes up for Norton's absence...trust me. Many are concerned that this will basically be Iron Man 3 with good reason since the character and the actor playing him are just that awesome but fortunately each member of the team is given multiple moments to shine to the point where you would be hard pressed to pick a favorite character. For two hours the entire Marvel Universe is truly alive and that's quite an achievement.
The action sequences are pitch perfect and there's very little I can say without giving anything away so I'll just say: When (spoiler) fights (spoiler) it was great, but then when (spoiler), (spoiler) and (spoiler) all fight and (spoiler) hits (spoiler)'s (spoiler) with (spoiler) that was awesome but NOTHING prepared me for the third act when (spoiler) goes (spoiler) on (spoiler)!!! Maybe my favorite thing to happen in a movie ever. So stop reading and run out to the theater NOW! And stay AFTER THE CREDITS all the way to the VERY END there's MORE THAN ONE BONUS SCENE.
When Iron Man was released, after the credits (This is only a spoiler if you've been imprisoned for a decade) the appearance of Nick Fury was not only a nice bonus to the film but when he said "I'm here to talk to you about the Avengers Initiative." it became something more, it became the biggest promise of cinematic things to come since the first rumors of the Star Wars Prequels, the difference being that when The Avengers finally assembled they delivered...over and over again. I'm still a little shocked that it came out as good as it did since the very idea of such a film coming together logistically flirts with impossibility. For once it seems, the studio suits who are usually hell bent on destroying good movies worked together, got contracts ironed out, freed up schedules, parted the Red Seas and allowed massive event to take place. The movie was written and directed by Joss Whedon (Buffy The Vampire Slayer, Cabin In The Woods, Toy Story) and I suspect any comic book fan who wasn't into his work before will be now. None of this would matter if the story and dialogue hadn't been good but Whedon's writing is the secret weapon of this film. Not only do all eight principles have a voice, but each is unique and rings true for the character. Thor sounds like Thor should. When Bruce Banner and Tony Stark meet they have the kind of conversation two super-geniuses would be expected to have.
The cast is impeccable. Yes, I wish things had worked out with Edward Norton because I honestly believe he was the best Bruce Banner in recent years and would have loved to see him play in this sandbox however Mark Ruffalo does a good job in the unenviable task of replacing him and The Hulk truly is incredible and more than makes up for Norton's absence...trust me. Many are concerned that this will basically be Iron Man 3 with good reason since the character and the actor playing him are just that awesome but fortunately each member of the team is given multiple moments to shine to the point where you would be hard pressed to pick a favorite character. For two hours the entire Marvel Universe is truly alive and that's quite an achievement.
The action sequences are pitch perfect and there's very little I can say without giving anything away so I'll just say: When (spoiler) fights (spoiler) it was great, but then when (spoiler), (spoiler) and (spoiler) all fight and (spoiler) hits (spoiler)'s (spoiler) with (spoiler) that was awesome but NOTHING prepared me for the third act when (spoiler) goes (spoiler) on (spoiler)!!! Maybe my favorite thing to happen in a movie ever. So stop reading and run out to the theater NOW! And stay AFTER THE CREDITS all the way to the VERY END there's MORE THAN ONE BONUS SCENE.
Pros well paced, great story, great actors, hulk smash!, avengers assemble!, cap's shield, mjolnir, repulsor blasts
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Thor: Truly Epic Filmmaking!
PostedMay 6, 2011
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That word, "Epic" is thrown around a lot these day. This film is what epic actually means. I was stunned at how good it was, and not just as a comic book movie, this films runs high on all cylinders. The dialogue, the pacing, the action, the acting, the special effects, the general sense of awe one should expect in the story of an outcast god searching for redemption. Kenneth Branagh was an inspired choice to handle this particular film, his Shakespearean background truly pays off in his nimble ability to find the comedy and the drama without turning the whole thing into a farce (which admittedly would be easy to do when dealing with a Norse Thunder God being banished to New Mexico). You'll also see a movie star born in this film, Chris Hemmsworth is the real deal. If you're a guy you'll want to drink with him and if you're a girl...well...let's just say any guys who took a girl to see Thor got a MUCH better date than they were probably expecting. As for us guys the lovely Kat Dennings, Jamie Alexander and of course Natalie Portman more than made up for any lack of balance in the eye candy department. Speaking of visual treats, the effects in the film were truly second to none. The look of Thor's home is truly incredible and The Rainbow Bridge is one of the most beautiful things I've ever seen captured on film. A special nod should also go to Tom Hiddleston who played Loki the villain of the piece, if he could truly be called that. Again Branagh shines in just how expertly he and Hiddleston dealt with this character, he's not a mustache twirling cartoon, and his motivations are easy to empathize with all of which makes him a more serious threat. Yes, there are things only the comic fans get, cameos, references and special scene AFTER THE CREDITS but aside from all those trappings Thor sets itself apart as not just a good comic book movie, but an epic one.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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Finally An Action Film With Layers.
PostedJanuary 31, 2009
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Liam Neeson was perfectly cast in this film and brought just the right mix of intelligence and vulnerability to a character that could have easily been a cookie cutter ex-merc in less capable hands. Morel did a tremendous job letting you get to know the characters so you actually cared about them by the time his daughter is kidnapped. The fights are brutal without being so Bourned up that you can't tell who's hitting who as opposed to a mishmash of images meant to trick you into thinking you've seen something cool. This film is the genuine article. If your taste for action films is closer to The Dark Knight and Casino Royale than it is to Hancock or Underworld then this is the movie for you.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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The Hype Doesn't Do It Justice....
PostedJuly 18, 2008
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If you're bothering to read this review you've probably read all the others and you're thinking one thing "Come on, it can't be THAT good... can it?" There's a reason every review is like that, it's because the answer is an emphatic YES! I don't know if I've ever seen a movie quite like it and I've definitely never seen a comic book movie anything like it (including Batman Begins...this is a whole new level). Truthfully, opening night was my third viewing. I was lucky enough to see it twice before release, one of those was in IMAX and I strongly urge you to see it in that format if at all possible) so the fact that I STILL went to a midnight screening and shelled out my money to see a movie I'd already seen twice for free should tell you something. I'll say it right now: Heath Ledger will win a posthumous Oscar for his performance. I've been reading the comic books based on Batman since 1988 and possibly the best compliment someone like myself could pay is that this was the The Joker as I'd always hoped to see him but honestly... even the comics never nailed quite like this (The Dark Knight Returns and The Killing Joke being two possible exceptions). The performance, like the movie is relentless, unapologetic and will haunt those who see it for the rest of their lives. To get specific is to spoil it so I won't do that, I promise you'll see what I mean as you're watching it. Bale, Oldman, Caine, Freeman all return to their respective roles with such understated brilliance that it's hard to believe these characters aren't real and that Gotham is just a plane ticket away. The scope of this film is incredible. It's truly an epic and one of the rare occasions where two and a half hours doesn't seem long enough.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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STAY AFTER THE CREDITS!
PostedMay 2, 2008
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Okay, everyone knows this is an astounding movie with an incredible cast but next time you see it you MUST stick around for a bonus after the credits roll. You won't be sorry.
Yes, I recommend this movie.
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