Summary: Film version of
the popular Marvel comic-book superhero. The youthfully arrogant and over proud son of a god finds himself banished from his heaven-like realm by his father and must learn humility, compassion and love on Earth before he can regain his place among his people.
Things I Liked: A few witty lines of dialogue (many from Kat Dennings). The decision to cast Chris Hemsworth - a relative unknown - in the lead. The performances of Tom Hiddleston (Loki) and Clark Gregg (Agent Coulson). The makeup and physical appearance of Odin, played by Anthony Hopkins.
Things I Didn't Like: The film's plot and story, which featured a great many holes and provided too few hurdles for the film's protagonist to overcome. The filmmakers' rendering of key characters (both supporting and otherwise) as archetypes rather than complex beings. The dialogue, which too often failed to further the story and contributed to wooden performances. The art direction, while impressive and accomplished, did not appeal to me personally. Likewise the film's often overwrought costume design and uninventive creature design. The sound design and poorly chosen sound effects.
Two Stars out of Five Stars
FilmWatch Ratings Legend:
One Star: Hated it
Two Stars: Didn't like it
Three Stars: Liked it
Four Stars: Really liked it
Five Stars: Loved it
Sunday, November 11, 2012
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