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by Matt Goldberg Posted:June 2nd, 2010 at 9:28 pm
Collider reader “Dan” has sent us some concept art of Chris Hemsworth as Thor. Earlier today, we ran a story about AICN landing concept art of Chris Evans in his Captain America outfit. While we were very circumspect about saying these images were official, it is telling that both of these images have leaked today and they have the same artistic style. You can also see how they compare to the official shot Marvel released in April.
What’s especially cool about these Thor images is it’s the first shot we’ve seen of the Norse god wielding his hammer, Mjolner. It’s cool that not only does the top of the hammer glow, but you’ll notice that the grip also emanates blue light. It’s also interesting to see the size of Mjolner in proportion to Thor’s body. Of course, it’s not the size of the hammer, but how you use it. How it’s used in Thor is probably leveling buildings and fighting Norse gods.
Hit the jump to stop with the less-than-clever innuendo and check out the concept art. Thor hits theaters on May 6, 2011.
For those who don’t know, Thor is being directed by Kenneth Branagh (Hamlet). The film also stars Natalie Portman as love-interest Jane Foster, Anthony Hopkins as Thor’s papa, Odin, and Tom Hiddleston as Loki, the film’s villain. The film also stars Ray Stevenson (Punisher: War Zone), Tadanobu Asano (Mongol), and Joshua Dallas (The Descent: Part 2) as the Warriors Three; Idris Elba (The Wire) as Heimdall, Stellan Skarsgard (Angels & Demons) as Selvig, and Jaimie Alexander (Kyle XY) as Sif.
Click on an image to see a larger version and sound off in the comments section about your thoughts on these images.
I'm not really feeling the cape, at all!
That last picture looks like Will Ferrel.
Not to be a total buzz kill but, Captain America & Thor are better left in the realm of animation & print. Otherwise, they'll just look foolish as 'live action' superheroes.
Besides, having the Incredible Hulk as THE main nemesis in the much touted 2012 “Avengers” film is quite frankly s-t-u-p-i-d. Hulk is not a villain. Stick to the storyline in the Ultimate Avengers. It would make for a much more interesting film imo.
Aren't they going with the original Avengers arc where Loki tricks Hulk, which is what ends up making him the villain?
From what I hear, Hulk starts as the villain, but by the end they take down Loki, or something to that effect. I could very easily be wrong, however.
I don't know what Marvel Comics you've been reading, but the Hulk has been cast in the antagonist role more times than I can count.Hell, the Avengers first assembled to fight him because he was being manipulated by Loki.So Hulk being the initial villain isn't so far fetched.
I think these might actually be marketing stills… the kind of character shots you usually see on boxes of Fruit Roll Ups or Skittles or whatever.
actually, this makes me optimistic for captain america more than anything else. I know the feel of the Thor costume from the actual pic, and feel its a big improvement. if that same jump applies to thor, then were in business.
Based on these pics, I think the villains in Thor should be Ziegfreid and Roy.
Is that a pride float I see on the Rainbow Bridge?
I'm really liking this concept art. Love Thor's look, glad there isn't a helmet. Still not liking Mjolner, but I'm not exactly the target demographic on that any way. Good deal Marvel.
I predict Rex Reed will love this movie.
Me too and I'm open on Mjolner – I'd rather wait and see it with realistic VFX rather than a single concept artistry type still, assuming these are legit of course.
Mjoliner
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it's “Mjolnir!!!”
http://marvel.com/universe/Thor_%28Thor_Odinson%29
Agreed. These images do have me more interested in seeing the overall look of the Universe in this film. To be optimistic, Thor looks like he will fit in visually with the rest of the Avengers nicely.
whats up with those boots? jesus.
NOBODY could pull off that cheesy costume. Sometimes it doesn't pay to be so faithful to the source material.
I have a few issues with the costume. I'd like to see the tunic look a little more cloth like, not so much like metal or plastic. The glowing Mjolnir seems like a really unnecessary photoshop. That being said, Chris Hemsworth does look like what I would expect Thor to look like and much of the rest of the costume is a very nice modern interpretation of Thor.
More than anything, this makes me want to see some actual scenes in the movie. A lot of what will make this movie good as a fan is the acting. If the actors don't nail down the attitude just right, it'll be a huge disappointment.
“Who's the chick with the hammer?”
“I don't know, but I'm she's on our side.”
“I'm GLAD she's on our side.”
if they are sticking to the ultimate avengers plot then Hulk really is the first enemy… not because of Loki but because of Bruce Banner being jealous…
I really hate it when I do that.
The quote's from the Ultimate Avengers cartoon at the part where they are fighting the Hulk, which is based on the Ultimate Avengers comic where they fight Hulk. Which is an awesome idea for the movie and played out awesome.
As for Thor. Kenneth Branagh directing = awesome!
not liking the cast… Chris does not look anything close to Thor… and they are making the last Punisher guy into Volstagg?…
hate to be negative as i love the marvel movies so far (iron mans and hulk) but this is hard to stomach and take seriously. how will the general public react to it?
Since when did Alienware get into the design concept business?
looks too futuristic, should have made him more viking-esque
Lool. Some german guy found this http://neinjaerledigtlos.blogspot.com/2010/06/t... and fuck, it's true! Thor looks like Zaphod from the Hitchhikers Guide!!!
HAHAHA! is this Will Farrels next movie? i wish it were!
A helmet may have taken away the look of the blow dry BeeJee style hair….
Oh, wait,… a helmet would look ridiculous, right?
Its so bloody fake! There is no way in hell that this is Thor. We all know its fake.
Just bring on the bloody real costume already.
This is turning out to be a comedy. LOL!
Beat me to it. Bingo!
No they changed this a bit, it's not actually Loki who has brainwashed and tricked Hulk, it's actually the Skrull who will be tricking Hulk and brainwashing him.
No they changed this a bit, it's not actually Loki who has brainwashed and tricked Hulk, it's actually the Skrull who will be tricking Hulk and brainwashing him.
Why do the folks making these movies feel the need to put the characters in these plastic/rubber blo-mold costumes? Thor should have an old world feel to his costume because unlike other superheroes what Thor wears are His everyday clothes. Thor does not wear a costume. There are parts of this suit I think work fine. The chest section and the cape are okay. The boots look like something a BMX kid might wear. The hammer looks plastic. The hammer should look like a stone mason cut the thing and stuck a leather wrapped wooden handle in it. It's an old world weapon, not a computer designed high tech devise. Period.
thatbigape- You're right they're really upped the hi-tech look. Looks like they really are going sci-fi for Thor.
That's one puny hammer. He totally has to have a Chihuahua in the other hand.
they're more like zeus in clash, beyond ancient earth tech, think of them as aliens.
compensation.
This is probably his present day costume. I like it
If this is not awesome, I don't know what is. But still no helmet?
On my opinion its is looking like a Power Ranger!
Simply Amazing!!!
Looks way too fake. T_T
@ ghost rider, hulk is a villain in the comics numerous of times…get ur facts straight also these photos are an artistic style (either painted or a filter over a the real photo) he will look ALOT better in film and in action.
He needs to upgrade from the handbag sized hammer, lame.
“Mjolner”…
It's Mjolnir… Jeeze.
The pant and the boot is totally not right… this is not a god. Not even a comics god. Its wrong. A Rock star's pant and a pair of Punk's boot, way wrong.
i wonder how many people who comment actually read the comics and have a basic knowledge of the marvel universe…
It's like there trying to avoid the fact that the costume is supposed to be viking based. Throw in a token cloak and breast plate. and does batman know he borrowed his boots? sorry but the only Hulk this guy looks like he should be fighting is Hulk Hogan.
Im scandinavian and I can tell you that this is not Thor