Friday Night Date Night

Friday Night Date Night is a feature on my blog that showcases movie reviews (mostly movies that were adapted from books). Hopefully some of these reviews will help you decide what to watch on your date night or a night of relaxing at home.

Sticking with my theme of Marvel characters I decided to check out the movie Thor.  Now I've heard some good and some bad things about Thor (both the movie and the character) and I wanted to check it out for myself.  While others may portray Thor as arrogant and impulsive, this movie not only shows that aspect of his life but also shows how he grows as a person and a future king. 

As for the movie itself, I wasn't a fan.  It was darker than I expected and I wanted more comedy and romance.  There was a lot of fighting and it was more Sci-Fiction/Fantasy than I'm used to.  However, I love how all of these Marvel/Superhero movies seem to set the scene for The Avengers.  I really like how all The Avengers had their own movies first and parts of their movies contain background for the movie The Avengers. 

One good thing about Thor was Chris Hemsworth.  Yikes he is major drool worthy in this movie, especially when his shirt is off and I'm kind of digging the longer shaggy hair.  He played the part of Thor well and I was easily convinced he was the almighty Thunder God.  The acting was great in this movie, the plot just wasn't for me. 

However, I still suggest seeing this movie if nothing else at least for the tie-in for The Avengers.

Friday Night Date Night

Friday Night Date Night is a feature on my blog that showcases movie review (mostly movies that were adapted from books). Hopefully some of these reviews will help you decide what to watch on your date night or a night of relaxing at home.

from splashpage.mtv.com

I am not much of a comic book reader, yet when these comic book heroes are staring in movies I'm all about it.  That is why I knew I had to see The Avengers in the theaters.  Was it worth the $10 ticket, $6 ICEE and $3.50 Twizzlers?  Definitely! 

from theverge.com

The Avengers brings together a group a super heroes to save the earth.  What happens when you get big-ego super-heroes with a save-the-world complex together?  Complete chaos.  It was great!  I loved Stark's (Iron Man) witty comments.  I laughed so hard as he bickered with the other heroes.  Thor and Captain America were kind-hearted, sweet, and incredibly good looking.  Together the Avengers were one kick-butt team ready to take on the world of evil.  I, however, want to know how I can be one of those token humans on the team.  Seriously how did they get that job among the heroes?

from www.vibe.com

I still don't think I completely understand the plot, but the action and humor totally make up for it.  Even if you are not a fan of comics, I highly suggest you see this movie. 

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