Thor: The Dark World

- 2013
- US
- 1h 52min
- 12A
- Directed by: Alan Taylor
- Cast: Chris Hemsworth, Tom Hiddleston, Natalie Portman
- UK release: 30 October 2013
Thor (Hemsworth) returns to Asgard to find the peace threatened by the re-emergence of old enemies the Dark Elves, led by Malekith (Eccleston). Despite experienced director Taylor, it's less satisfying than Branagh's original; Thor has become one-dimensional and the greater emphasis on humour makes for a more uneven style.
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