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Friday, May 06, 2011
'Thor' brews a perfect storm of effects, action
From usatoday [excerpt], "Under Kenneth Branagh's direction, Thor has eye-popping special effects, strong performances and, perhaps most notably, 3-D technology put to good use. Though the plot has some holes, the dazzling look of the movie and the earth-rattling action sequences fill in those gaps.
Based on a Marvel superhero comic with Norse mythology origins, this god of thunder tosses off enough comic quips to make the whole enterprise enjoyable.
Not only is it great to look at — thanks to the fusion of superb CGI and the impeccable work of production designer Bo Welch — it's anchored by an appealing performance by Chris Hemsworth. Though he looks every inch a brawny Norse god, Hemsworth is not just a hunk. His charisma and charming grin go a long way toward making Thor engaging."
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Saw it last night, it's a lot of fun!
Jake saw it yesterday, too! He loved it. Shocker.
Woo hoo, summer has started!
I will probably see Thor, but not for a bit.
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