It's no secret that Thor's movies are generally deemed the weakest in the Marvel collection. That's not to say the character is bad, or that Chris Hemsworth is a lesser actor, because neither statement is true, but overall his films have lacked a solid identity compared to Iron Man's action comedy vibe, and Captain America's sincerity. But based on the Comic Con trailer for Thor: Ragnarok they may have found it....
What Stands Out
Can We Talk About The Soundtrack?
The music for this is all instrumental and sounds modern, (it was "Immigrant Song" by Led Zeppelin last time) and it FREAKING RULES!!! It sounds like symphonic epic eighties synth metal (a phrase that's never been used for a score before) and seem to perfectly capture the film's vibe, color palette, and imagery. I don't know who made this music, but if this isn't what the score sounds like Imma be pisssed.
The Buddy Comedy Vibe
I'm very happy that this film is both giving Chris Hemsworth a chance to show off his comedic chops again and going for broke as a comedy. This trailer also gives us the best look at the banter between Thor, Bruce and Bruce's angrier half Hulk. The thing I actually find most fascinating about is whether the duo's scenes will differ depending on whether it's Bruce or Hulk. I have supreme confidence in director Taiki Waititi to deliver the laughs, but it's an interesting wrinkle that also feels cut from a decade this movie is embracing....
Full On Eighties Ridiculousness
I love how colorful, bright, and unapologetically silly this movie appears to be. Fans of Waititi know that he loves eighties American culture and it seems like he's embracing all of the weird, fun, and vibrant tendencies of eighties science fiction. Put another way, the general storyline looks like its being played straight (I mean it is the God of Thunder facing off against the Goddess of Death), but the jokes seem to be based around the characters, not the plot's inherent silliness.
What Isn't Hulk Gonna Fight?
So far I counted Hulk fighting Thor, a giant Wolf, and a Magma God-like creature. Solo movie or not, it looks like Ragnarok is gonna give us all of the Hulk smashing he can handle.
Verdict: Can I Watch This Now and Have Fun Already?
This has easily looked liked the most gonzo Marvel movie to date and I want it in front of my eyes already!
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