Thor: Ragnarok

Released: 24 Oct 2017

Words by David Jenkins

Directed by Taika Waititi

Starring Cate Blanchett, Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston

A man with long blond hair and a beard, wearing a green top and a red cape, standing in a scene with clouds and buildings in the background.
A man with long blond hair and a beard, wearing a green top and a red cape, standing in a scene with clouds and buildings in the background.
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Anticipation.

Is it just us or are these Marvel movies arriving weekly now?

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Enjoyment.

The same but different. What a difference a genuine comedy director makes.

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In Retrospect.

Get ready to switch up your Marvel movie power rankings.

Superheroes go comedy as Taika Waititi brings some much needed heart, soul and humour to the Marvel universe.

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