Key Takeaways:
– Chris Hemsworth is yet to overcome Thor: Love and Thunder's failure, two years after its release.
– Hemsworth believes he didn't handle the film's comedic aspects well, leading to its downfall.
– Fans have shown support, stating that the actor should not be blamed entirely for the movie's failure.
– As for a fifth Thor film, Disney has not yet given its approval, thus leaving Hemsworth's return as the god of thunder ambiguous.
Thor's Rocky Journey in MCU
Chris Hemsworth's Thor had a bumpy start in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). Unlike instant fan-favorites Iron Man and Captain America, Thor initially struggled to gain his footing among the MCU greats. With the first Thor film being perceived as one of the lesser entries in the beginning phases, and the second one, The Dark World receiving widespread criticism, Thor's position looked unstable in the superhero universe.
As a result, Thor's third film saw a significant overhaul in the form of direction by Taika Waititi. Thor: Ragnarok not only surpassed the previous two entries but also established itself as one of the pre-Infinity War greats. Unfortunately, the euphoria was short-lived as Thor: Love and Thunder failed to impress.
Hemsworth's Guilt Over Love and Thunder's Failure
Post the astounding success of Infinity War and Endgame, fans had high expectations for Thor's next adventure – Love and Thunder. However, the film turned out to be a disappointment. Fans felt that overly comedic aspects diluted the seriousness of the film's narrative. Love and Thunder was tagged as one of the worst entries in the controversial Phase Four of MCU.
Hemsworth has publicly stated his dissatisfaction with the film, pointing out that he became too immersed in the wackiness and over-improvisation. In a conversation with Vanity Fair, he candidly admitted he became a parody of himself.
Fans Rally Behind Hemsworth
In spite of the film's regrettable performance, fans have forgiven Hemsworth's misstep. Many have publicly supported the actor, pointing out that the film's issues were primarily in the writing and direction. Fans stress that Hemsworth was merely working off a weak script, and that the critical failure shouldn't lie solely on his shoulders.
Possible Future of Thor in MCU
While the entire episode has put a question mark on the future of Thor, as of now, no new Thor film has been greenlit by Disney. This leaves Hemsworth's return as the god of thunder uncertain. However, fans can look forward to the actor featuring in George Miller's upcoming Mad Max entry, ‘Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga,' which has potential to rank among his most acclaimed performances.
While Thor: Love and Thunder may mark a low point in Hemsworth's MCU career, his candid acknowledgement of his role in the film's shortcomings has restored fans' faith in the actor. As the MCU moves into its next phase, fans hope to see Hemsworth rise to the occasion, just as Thor always does.
In the meantime, Thor: Love and Thunder is available for streaming on Disney Plus. Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is set for a theatre release on 23 May 2024.
