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Thor: The Dark World

7/10

PG-13

Movie

112 minutes

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November 8th, 2013
Action Adventure Fantasy Superhero
DIRECTOR:

Alan Taylor

PRODUCER:

Kevin Feige

STUDIO:

Marvel

DISTRIBUTOR:

Disney

RATING:

PG-13

RUNTIME:

112 minutes

FRANCHISES:

Thor Marvel Cinematic Universe

PREQUEL:

Thor

SEQUELS:

Thor: Ragnarok Thor: Love and Thunder

DIRECTOR:

Alan Taylor

PRODUCER:

Kevin Feige

STUDIO:

Marvel

DISTRIBUTOR:

Disney

RATING:

PG-13

RUNTIME:

112 minutes

FRANCHISES:

Thor Marvel Cinematic Universe

PREQUEL:

Thor

SEQUELS:

Thor: Ragnarok Thor: Love and Thunder

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Reviews(6)

  • This movie definitely has its weak points, but I often see people say it's the worst Marvel movie and frankly, I don't think it deserves the extreme hate it receives. Maybe it's because I am a big Loki fan, but Loki saves this movie for me and I really enjoy how much we see him and Thor interacting, as well as learning about both of their pasts and their family dynamic. The villain in this film is fairly weak, but Loki and Thor's character development make the movie enjoyable for me.

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    7 /10

  • Christopher Eccleston is criminally wasted in a movie that mixes superhero and genuine fantasy without committing to either. The final fight where Thor is hurled through portals has a little imagination, but there isn't one compelling character in the whole movie.

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    3 /10

  • Not that great but definitely has some great moments. Don't think it is as good as the first film or Ragnarok, but better than Love & Thunder for sure. Took itself a bit too serious with arguably the most underwhelming villain in the entire MCU. I think it looks good though.

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    6 /10

  • The Dark World is stronger than most people give it credit for. Loki and Thor's journey is a welcome exploration of their characters, the creative set pieces are still memorable, and there is a good blend of practical and digital affects. But a dull romantic subplot, superfluous and largely underused supporting cast, and criminal misuse of Christopher Eccleston left me wanting more.

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    6 /10

  • It's not the worst made MCU movie, but it's definitely one of the most forgettable. There's no stand-out moment that I'll refer back to when thinking about the Thor franchise as a whole, let alone the MCU. The film's biggest blunder is not utilizing Christopher Eccleston. He could've really elevated the film given the chance, and Malekith was an underwhelming villain who didn't feel nearly as powerful as he is in the comics.

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    3 /10
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Synopsis

Thor tries to restore order across the Nine Realms when an ancient enemy returns: Malekith and the Dark Elves, ready to drown the universe in darkness. The crisis turns personal after Jane Foster becomes linked to the Aether, putting a target on her back and forcing Thor into a risky plan that even pulls Loki into the mix.


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Chris Hemsworth

Thor

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Natalie Portman

Jane Foster

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Tom Hiddleston

Loki

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Christopher Eccleston

Malekith

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Anthony Hopkins

Odin

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Jaimie Alexander

Sif

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Zachary Levi

Fandral

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Ray Stevenson

Volstagg

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Tadanobu Asano

Hogun

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Idris Elba

Heimdall

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Rene Russo

Frigga

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Adewale Akinnuoye-Agbaje

Algrim / Kurse

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Kat Dennings

Darcy Lewis

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Stellan Skarsgård

Erik Selvig

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Alice Krige

Eir

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Clive Russell

Tyr

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Jonathan Howard

Ian Boothby

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Ramone Morgan

John

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Obada Alassadi

Navid

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Imaan Chentouf

Maddie

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Claire Brown

Volstagg's Wife

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Henry Calcutt

Volstagg's Child #1

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Ava Caton

Volstagg's Child #2

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Abbie McCann

Volstagg's Child #3

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Thomas Arnold

Desk Officer

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Thor: The Dark World succeeds at building on the Thor (and Avengers) foundation to offer a bigger and more exciting adventure for Marvel's God of Thunder.

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