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Marvel One-Shot: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Thor's Hammer

Marvel One-Shot: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Thor's Hammer

Science Fiction · Fantasy · Adventure · 2011

Agent Coulson stops at a convenience store and deals with a coincidental robbery during his visit.

Movie details

Marvel One-Shot: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Thor's Hammer

“A quick stop for some gas, donuts and a can of whoop ass.”

2011 Science Fiction · Fantasy · Adventure 4m

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TMDB

6.9 / 10

Community rating

Agent Coulson stops at a convenience store and deals with a coincidental robbery during his visit.

CriticWise case file

What this film says about your taste.

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The archetype split

Who fights over Marvel One-Shot: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Thor's Hammer?

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Directed by

Leythum

Written by

Eric Pearson

Clark Gregg

Clark Gregg

Agent Phil Coulson

Jessica Manuel

Jessica Manuel

Clerk

Jeff Prewett

Jeff Prewett

Robber 1

Zach Hudson

Zach Hudson

Robber 2

Court is in session

Put Marvel One-Shot: A Funny Thing Happened on the Way to Thor's Hammer 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.