Thor: The Dark World
Stars: Chris Hemsworth, Natalie Portman, Tom Hiddleston, Stellan Skarsgard, Idris Elba
Acclaimed director Alan Taylor (“Game of Thrones”) is at the helm of this sequel to Thor and the original cast, much to our delight, is also on board. “Every 5,000 years the worlds align, allowing an ancient darkness to strike,” so says the trailer, and Thor has his hands full battling that aforementioned darkness. Marvel has definitely crafted a winner with this franchise.
Two words if you’re still on the fence about seeing this film: the gorgeous Idris Elba; OK, that’s four words, but pardon us for being dazzled by his … portrayal of Heimdall. –p.d. lee
