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Thor: Tales of Asgard

Thor: Tales of Asgard

Adventure · Animation · Action · 2011

Hungry for adventure, Thor secretly embarks on the journey of a lifetime, joined by his loyal brother Loki, whose budding sorcery equips him with just enough magic to conjure up trouble, along with the Warriors Three - a band of boastful travelers reluctant to set sail on any adventure that might actually be dangerous. But what starts out as a harmless treasure hunt quickly turns deadly, and Thor must now prove himself worthy of the destiny he covets by saving Asgard itself.

Movie details

Thor: Tales of Asgard

“Before the hammer ... came the sword.”

2011 Adventure · Animation · Action 1h 17m

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6.3 / 10

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Hungry for adventure, Thor secretly embarks on the journey of a lifetime, joined by his loyal brother Loki, whose budding sorcery equips him with just enough magic to conjure up trouble, along with the Warriors Three - a band of boastful travelers reluctant to set sail on any adventure that might actually be dangerous. But what starts out as a harmless treasure hunt quickly turns deadly, and Thor must now prove himself worthy of the destiny he covets by saving Asgard itself.

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The people responsible.

Directed by

Sam Liu

Written by

Greg Johnson

Matthew Wolf

Matthew Wolf

Thor (voice)

Rick Gomez

Rick Gomez

Loki (voice)

Alistair Abell

Alistair Abell

Fandral (voice)

Tara Strong

Tara Strong

Sif (voice)

Paul Dobson

Paul Dobson

Hogun (voice)

Chris Britton

Chris Britton

Odin (voice)

Clancy Brown

Clancy Brown

Frost Giant (voice)

Court is in session

Put Thor: Tales of Asgard on trial.

Two incompatible taste archetypes. One film. Read the arguments, then issue a completely binding cultural ruling.

The defence The Adrenaline Seeker

“Momentum is a formal choice.”

The velocity sharpens instinct and tension, making every beat land before self-importance can settle in.

The prosecution The Auteur Devotee

“Speed as an alibi.”

The film races past its weak spots and hopes acceleration will keep the audience from inspecting the evidence.