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Thor - Ragnark
Nov. 18th, 2017 10:01 pmI'm not sure this is a film review exactly. So make of it what you will.
Saw Thor: Ragnark with cjlasky aka movie buddy. (The requirements of a good movie buddy -- is someone who loves films, will stay past the roll of the credits, analyze the film with you to death and beyond, and tends to like the same types of films you do. There's nothing worse than going to a movie with someone who a)doesn't appreciate a good superhero or action flick (ie. does not like the same films you do) and b) doesn't want to discuss them afterwards. Used to go with MD and she had no interest in discussing the movie. Cjl loves to discuss movies and loves superhero flicks, sci-fi and fantasy flicks.)
Thor is a hilarious film. I was cackling throughout it. Sometimes laughing so hard I couldn't breath.
I'd say it's a whole lot more amusing than Guardians of the Galaxy Vol #2 which had a lot of jokes that just did not work or fell flat, while Thor's had jokes that worked and stayed true to the characters, not to mention furthering their relationships and the plot. It also helped to make the lead likable -- Thor sort of pokes fun at himself. There's a self-deprecating wit there that makes a lot of his hero speeches palatable. When otherwise they wouldn't be. Also the interaction with him and Loki works.
There's quite a few hidden comic gems, that I won't spoil you on. ( spoilers )
I haven't laughed this hard during a film in ages. The writing is quite good, it does not take itself too seriously (unlike *cough*the DC franchise*cough*) and keeps the plot moving.
Cate Blanchett reigns it in as Hela and is rather wonderful. She's also beautiful and her scenes are often like looking at a painting.
The film itself is a sight for the eyes -- there are images in here that feel like paintings. That's why I felt the need to see it on the big screen. Various sequences are like looking at a beautifully wrote, layered, and painted Micheangelo painting of a fight scene between the Gods.
It's as if Marvel took a page from Snyder's book, lightened things up a bit, added more colors and provided wit and a cohesive plot.
Plot wise? It's simple. It works. And it furthers all the character arcs forward, along with the film franchise in a new way.
Afterwards, we had barbecue, and drinks at Hill County Chicken. While it rained outside.
Overall a lovely day at the movies. And it was a great time to see the movie -- since most of the obnoxious film goers had already seen it three or four weeks ago, and were busy watching Justice League in 3D.
The movie cost $16.50 (sigh, in may it cost $15.50...). So neither cjl nor I felt an overwhelming need to follow up with Justice League in a few weeks time. (We might see Shape of Water or Black Panther though.) Justice League just doesn't appear to have the sense of humor or sense of fun this one did. It also clocks in at 3 hours, as opposed to the solid 2 hours of Thor. Keep in mind that's not including 30 minutes of movie trailers. Seriously there are a lot of movie trailers. And half of them I could have done without. Plus, we have cell phones now. Although very few people used them. The guy in front of me did for the first part of the film, but got sucked into the action and finally stopped. So, I really have to want to see a flick -- to spend 16.50 and put up with the audience.
Not to mention the time -- which including the thirty-forty-five minute subway ride, is about anywhere from 3-4 hours. It's cheaper and easier to see it "On Demand" or via Amazon or Netflix streaming. (Costs $4.95 -5.95 on Demand.)
We felt much the same way about seeing BladeRunner -- no interest in the sequel. Loved the original however.
Anyhow, I'd give this film a solid A or A-. Maybe A- deducting points for all the fight scenes, which to be fair are pretty much the point of the movie.
Saw Thor: Ragnark with cjlasky aka movie buddy. (The requirements of a good movie buddy -- is someone who loves films, will stay past the roll of the credits, analyze the film with you to death and beyond, and tends to like the same types of films you do. There's nothing worse than going to a movie with someone who a)doesn't appreciate a good superhero or action flick (ie. does not like the same films you do) and b) doesn't want to discuss them afterwards. Used to go with MD and she had no interest in discussing the movie. Cjl loves to discuss movies and loves superhero flicks, sci-fi and fantasy flicks.)
Thor is a hilarious film. I was cackling throughout it. Sometimes laughing so hard I couldn't breath.
I'd say it's a whole lot more amusing than Guardians of the Galaxy Vol #2 which had a lot of jokes that just did not work or fell flat, while Thor's had jokes that worked and stayed true to the characters, not to mention furthering their relationships and the plot. It also helped to make the lead likable -- Thor sort of pokes fun at himself. There's a self-deprecating wit there that makes a lot of his hero speeches palatable. When otherwise they wouldn't be. Also the interaction with him and Loki works.
There's quite a few hidden comic gems, that I won't spoil you on. ( spoilers )
I haven't laughed this hard during a film in ages. The writing is quite good, it does not take itself too seriously (unlike *cough*the DC franchise*cough*) and keeps the plot moving.
Cate Blanchett reigns it in as Hela and is rather wonderful. She's also beautiful and her scenes are often like looking at a painting.
The film itself is a sight for the eyes -- there are images in here that feel like paintings. That's why I felt the need to see it on the big screen. Various sequences are like looking at a beautifully wrote, layered, and painted Micheangelo painting of a fight scene between the Gods.
It's as if Marvel took a page from Snyder's book, lightened things up a bit, added more colors and provided wit and a cohesive plot.
Plot wise? It's simple. It works. And it furthers all the character arcs forward, along with the film franchise in a new way.
Afterwards, we had barbecue, and drinks at Hill County Chicken. While it rained outside.
Overall a lovely day at the movies. And it was a great time to see the movie -- since most of the obnoxious film goers had already seen it three or four weeks ago, and were busy watching Justice League in 3D.
The movie cost $16.50 (sigh, in may it cost $15.50...). So neither cjl nor I felt an overwhelming need to follow up with Justice League in a few weeks time. (We might see Shape of Water or Black Panther though.) Justice League just doesn't appear to have the sense of humor or sense of fun this one did. It also clocks in at 3 hours, as opposed to the solid 2 hours of Thor. Keep in mind that's not including 30 minutes of movie trailers. Seriously there are a lot of movie trailers. And half of them I could have done without. Plus, we have cell phones now. Although very few people used them. The guy in front of me did for the first part of the film, but got sucked into the action and finally stopped. So, I really have to want to see a flick -- to spend 16.50 and put up with the audience.
Not to mention the time -- which including the thirty-forty-five minute subway ride, is about anywhere from 3-4 hours. It's cheaper and easier to see it "On Demand" or via Amazon or Netflix streaming. (Costs $4.95 -5.95 on Demand.)
We felt much the same way about seeing BladeRunner -- no interest in the sequel. Loved the original however.
Anyhow, I'd give this film a solid A or A-. Maybe A- deducting points for all the fight scenes, which to be fair are pretty much the point of the movie.