Thor
The original Thor is better than The Dark World, generating some intrigue as it gradually reveals Marvel’s spin on Norse mythology, but that’s about it. Hiddleston is, once again, the standout in a cast that could have thrived with a better script, but Thor is mostly a dry fantasy film masquerading as a superhero romp. It’s got soap opera dramatics that make the most of some of its actors’ talents, but without the wit and humor of later films, it’s just a forgettable hero’s journey. — Kenneth Shepard
