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Thor [DVD]

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 21,319 ratings
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Thor
Genre Action & Adventure
Format Multiple Formats, AC-3, Color, Dolby, NTSC, Subtitled, Dubbed, Widescreen
Contributor Chris Hemsworth, Colm Feore, Rene Russo, Jaimie Alexander, Idris Elba, Kenneth Branagh, Natalie Portman, Tadanobu Asano, Anthony Hopkins, Josh Dallas, Clark Gregg, Tom Hiddleston, Kat Dennings, Stellan Skarsgård, Ray Stevenson See more
Language English
Runtime 1 hour and 54 minutes

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The epic adventure Thor spans the Marvel universe from present-day Earth to the cosmic realm of Asgard. At the center of the story is The Mighty Thor, a powerful but arrogant warrior whose reckless actions reignite an ancient war. As a result, Thor is banished to Earth where he is forced to live among humans. When the most dangerous villain of his world sends its darkest forces to invade Earth, Thor learns what it takes to be a true hero.

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Of all the folks in long underwear to be tapped for superhero films, Thor would seem to be the most problematic to properly pull off. (Hypothetical Hollywood conversation: "A guy in a tricked-out, easily merchandisable metal suit? Great! An Asgardian God of Thunder who says stuff like thee and thou? Um, is Moon Knight available?") Thankfully, the resulting film does its source material rather proud, via a committed cast and an approach that doesn't shy away from the over-the-top superheroics. When you're dealing with a flying guy wielding a huge hammer, gritty realism can be overrated, really. Blending elements from the celebrated comic arcs by Walter Simonson and J. Michael Straczynski, the story follows the headstrong Thunder God (Chris Hemsworth) as he is banished to Earth and stripped of his powers by his father Odin (Anthony Hopkins) after inadvertently starting a war with a planet of ticked-off Frost Giants. As his traitorous brother Loki (the terrific Tom Hiddleston) schemes in the wings, Thor must redeem himself and save the universe, with the aid of a beautiful scientist (Natalie Portman). Although director Kenneth Branagh certainly doesn't skimp on the in-jokes and fan-pleasing continuity references (be prepared to stick around after the credits, Marvel fans), his film distinguishes itself by adopting a larger-than-life cosmic Shakespearean air that sets itself apart from both the cerebral, grounded style made fashionable by The Dark Knight and the loose-limbed Rat Packish vibe of the Iron Man series. Glorying in the absolute unreality of its premise, Branagh's film is a swooping, Jack Kirby-inspired saga that brings the big-budget grins on a consistent basis, as well as tying in with the superhero battle royale The Avengers. --Andrew Wright

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  • Is Discontinued By Manufacturer ‏ : ‎ No
  • MPAA rating ‏ : ‎ PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned)
  • Product Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 0.6 x 5.4 x 7.5 inches; 2.4 ounces
  • Item model number ‏ : ‎ MFR097361439648#VG
  • Director ‏ : ‎ Kenneth Branagh
  • Media Format ‏ : ‎ Multiple Formats, AC-3, Color, Dolby, NTSC, Subtitled, Dubbed, Widescreen
  • Run time ‏ : ‎ 1 hour and 54 minutes
  • Release date ‏ : ‎ September 13, 2011
  • Actors ‏ : ‎ Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston, Stellan Skarsgård, Kat Dennings
  • Dubbed: ‏ : ‎ French, Spanish
  • Subtitles: ‏ : ‎ English, French, Spanish
  • Studio ‏ : ‎ Paramount Pictures
  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0034G4P80
  • Number of discs ‏ : ‎ 1
  • Customer Reviews:
    4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 21,319 ratings

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
21,319 global ratings
This was my first 4k movie to experience.  It did not disappoint!
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This was my first 4k movie to experience. It did not disappoint!
The picture was great, just not as sharp as I had thought, but the sound, unbelievable!! Scared me the first time it got loud. Takes you right back to the theatre. And this is another thing I love about Marvel, they give you so many special features. I only watched a couple of featurettes, but I'm guessing they are a good two hours worth!! More on that and others later!
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Jason Vorhees
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellence même
Reviewed in Canada on February 27, 2024
Mezouani
5.0 out of 5 stars Dvd
Reviewed in France on December 12, 2023
Michal Sawicki
5.0 out of 5 stars Great introduction to a Thor character in the MCU
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 9, 2023
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Michal Sawicki
5.0 out of 5 stars Great introduction to a Thor character in the MCU
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on September 9, 2023
I must say, the "Thor" movie serves as a fantastic introduction to this iconic character. Although I've always found Thor a bit boring in the comics, Chris Hemsworth's excellent portrayal in this film completely changed my perception.

What truly stood out for me was the quality of the 4K release. The picture is incredibly sharp, bringing every detail to life on the screen. The audio quality is equally impressive, providing an immersive experience.
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Akkoyun
5.0 out of 5 stars Thor - Gott des Donners!
Reviewed in Germany on January 5, 2024
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Akkoyun
5.0 out of 5 stars Thor - Gott des Donners!
Reviewed in Germany on January 5, 2024
Comicverfilmungen haben in den letzten Jahren eine regelrechte Renaissance erlebt und das völlig zu Recht. Im Gegensatz zu einigen älteren Produktionen, die zumindest teilweise ziemlich gruselig waren, überzeugen moderne Filme durch hochmoderne Technik, erstklassige Schauspieler und ebenso talentierte Regisseure. Streifen wie Avengers, Spiderman und Guardians of Galaxy versetzen Fans weltweit in Entzücken.

Thor bildet da keine Ausnahme und bringt sogar zwei besonders prominente Namen ins Spiel: Kenneth Branagh als Regisseur, bekannter Shakespeare-Liebhaber und Schöpfer zahlreicher Verfilmungen seiner Werke, sowie J. Michael Straczynski, der Drehbuchautor und Schöpfer der Space-Saga Babylon 5. Als Schauspieler konnte man auf bewährte Kräfte und aufstrebende Talente setzen. Chris Hemsworth als Thor, ein bisher eher unbekanntes Gesicht, aber der perfekte nordische Hüne mit 1,91 Metern Körpergröße. Der Film entführt die Zuschauer in die Welt von Thor, dem erstgeborenen Sohn von Odin, dem König der Götter. Thor, zunächst aufbrausend, eitel und unreif, wird aufgrund eines unautorisierten Überfalls auf die Welt Jötunheim von Odin auf die Erde verbannt und seiner Kräfte beraubt. Der Zuschauer begleitet Thor auf seiner Reise der Selbsterkenntnis, während er versucht, wieder in die Gunst seines Vaters zu gelangen und seine Kräfte zurückzuerlangen.

Die Besetzung des Films liest sich wie ein Who's Who der Schauspielwelt. Neben Chris Hemsworth als Thor sind Natalie Portman, Anthony Hopkins, Jamie Alexander, Ray Stevenson, Rene Russo und Samuel L. Jackson Teil des beeindruckenden Ensembles. Die visuellen Aspekte des Films sind atemberaubend. Die Darstellung von Asgard, der Heimat der Götter, und Jötunheim, der Welt der Frostriesen, ist von beeindruckender Schönheit und Detailverliebtheit. Die Charaktere werden liebevoll eingeführt, wobei Loki, gespielt von Tom Hiddleston, als undurchsichtige Figur eine besonders interessante Note einbringt. Loki ist eines der wichtigsten Charaktere für die Zukunft des MCU.

Die Handlung mag vorhersehbar erscheinen, doch die spektakuläre Inszenierung, die nahtlose Verbindung von Action und Mythik sowie die rasante Erzählweise halten die Aufmerksamkeit des Zuschauers von Anfang bis Ende gefangen. Was Thor besonders auszeichnet, ist die geschickte Einbindung in das größere Marvel Cinematic Universe. Der Film dient nicht nur als eigenständiges Abenteuer, sondern auch als Baustein für kommende Filme, insbesondere für das Avengers-Franchise.

Abschließend kann ich Thor als einen visuell beeindruckenden, actiongeladenen und unterhaltsamen Film empfehlen. Die Mischung aus Mythologie, Charakterentwicklung und beeindruckenden Effekten macht ihn zu einem echten Highlight im Genre der Comicverfilmungen. Wer sich also auf ein filmisches Spektakel einlassen möchte, sollte Thor definitiv eine Chance geben.
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Alejandro Ruiz
5.0 out of 5 stars Muy buena película en aun buen precio.
Reviewed in Mexico on January 5, 2020