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Thor 2: The Dark World - Film review


'When Jane Foster is possessed by a great power, Thor must protect her from a new threat of old times: the Dark Elves'.

'THOR 2: The Dark World' is the action-adventure/sci-fi/fantasy sequel to Marvel's 2011 film Thor, which continues the adventures of Thor, the mighty avenger, god of thunder, in the Marvel Universe.

Jam-packed with special effects and a brilliant story line, Thor: The Dark World will keep you rooted to your seat from beginning to end.

Although thrilling from a technological point of view, there is the opinion that the SFX within the film, and the focus on the action and seemingly superfluous fight sequences, has deterred from the emotional connection between the characters and the audience; and has hindered the general enjoyment that might have been more accessible.

Some say that the film is a missed opportunity, that the film is saturated with tedious dialogue and the characters are too bland.

The acting however, is to be praised: Tom Hiddleston's marvelously malevolent performance as the untrustworthy Loki, and Chris Hemsworth's angst-ridden character who battles through everything to save the one he loves.

The chemistry between these two actors is perhaps what keeps the film going. The scenes that they have together are full of fun, and at times sadness, but it is their brotherhood that is the running theme throughout this sequel.

However, although some were disappointed with the film, it is still a terrifically exciting film worthy of its predecessors that is sharp, funny and full of surprises.

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