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Kenneth Branagh is one intense bastard in the first trailer for Prodigal, a short film directed by Benjamin Grayson, Branagh's long-time assistant. In Prodigal, some kids are showing supernatural abilities, complete with the spooky black contact-lens eyes and demonic expressions as they make shit go haywire. More »
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Christopher Nolan reveals the unexpected similarities between Batman and Bane. Andrew Stanton discusses the Martian monsters of John Carter. See new set photos from The Hobbit and Game of Thrones, and get the lowdown on the new True Blood characters! More »
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The director, writers, and cast of Thor recently sat down to explain why Thor is the first superhero that's actually science fiction, how to make an Asgardian prince relatable, and what lies ahead for the characters in future movies. More »
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The Thunder God will not be denied. Marvel has released 27 high-res stills of Thor, the cosmic superhero epic with Shakespearean overtones. Look upon the mighty son of Odin, plus Heimdall, Sif, Frigga and the Warriors Three. More »
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The first ever clip from Thor is out, and it showcases the Norse God's nastier side, and Natalie Portman and Kat Denning's comedic talents. What do you think — does the "myth out of water" humor work so far? More »
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While discussing his upcoming exorcism thriller The Rite, legendary actor Anthony Hopkins told us a little about the world of Thor, and the great weight that is placed upon you when you play the god Odin... both literally and metaphorically. More »
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One of the best parts of Marvel's superhero movie franchise is searching for the next super shout-out or cameo. Nick Fury was introduced in Iron Man, and Thor in the sequel. So, which superhero is in Thor? Spoilers ahead... More »
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Looks like Thor's burly Frost Giants received a total makeover for their upcoming appearance in Marvel's superhero blockbuster. Get a closer look at this mythic character reboot. More »
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A few new images have been released from the Thor set, showing the Norse God and Loki getting ready to face off. Plus a new look at Natalie Portman as Thor's love interest, Jane Foster. More »
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Though Thor is the story of a god who crushes his enemies with a magical hammer, Kenneth Branagh's Thor movie is set in a scientific universe. Or so it seemed from footage we saw this weekend, especially of Destroyer. More »
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Watch the mighty Thor running, jumping and blowing up a 7-11 on the Thor movie set. ET has a 4 minute look at the new superhero film, including interviews with Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman and director Kenneth Branagh. More »
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The latest Marvel movie rumor is almost too good to be true: Joss Whedon's the leading contender to direct The Avengers, and it's not an April Fools joke. Meanwhile, another rumor, about trouble on the Thor set, is already busted. More »
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The most interesting thing about Natalie Portman's casting in Thor isn't just her chance to redeem herself from the Star Wars prequels — it's what her role tells us about the Thunder God's surprising status in the movie. Spoilers ahead! More »
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Marvel Comics chief Joe Quesada has been talking about the company's upcoming Thor movie, including what comics it'll draw from, why Kenneth Branagh is the ideal director, and the problems of making a Thor movie in the first place. More »
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Thor director Kenneth Branagh has reportedly added a third god to his pantheon. Brian Blessed is heavily rumored to be on board as Thor's father Odin, bringing his trademark combination of Shakespearean showmanship and utter eye-rolling insanity to the role. More »
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Director Kenneth Branagh's history may be more highbrow, but his Thor movie is going to be very faithful to the comics (and to the Avengers movie franchise), says Marvel Comics editor-in-chief Joe Quesada. More »
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A debate about Mary Shelley's Frankenstein broke out in the comments on a post about how Guillermo del Toro is remaking Frankenstein. I claimed that this Kenneth Branagh joint was probably the last "great" Frankenstein flick — others disagreed. So I went back and watched it, and present to you as evidence of its greatness this scene from when Branagh has just awakened the monster (a very naked Robert De Niro, covered in lube). More »
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