Thor's script is mildly lacking. The Asgard scenes clash with the Earth scenes, the fights are repetitive, side characters are useless, politics are one-dimensional, it's mostly boring, and the plot is predictable (including the fake bittersweet ending). However, Loki has motivation and Thor's generic arc is competently executed. Meanwhile, the acting is often overdramatic but is performed proficiently enough. Generally, Thor is more serious than the MCU eventually becomes. Thus, the film is needlessly cliche and dour, but its formulaic nature makes it inoffensive. Viewers won't necessarily despise it, but it only evokes the faintest of emotions.
Technically, Thor is competent but bland. The tone internally clashes, remaining serious despite its ridiculous content. The editing is basic, the soundtrack is forgettable, the production design is elaborate but empty, and the effects are extensive yet CGI heavy. Conversely, the sound utilizes stings, risers, echoes, humming, complex mixing, and emotional silence. Plus, the cinematography employs overheads, camera rolls, and lighting. However, its use of skewed angles is overdone and the color pallet is often drab. Overall, Thor's filmmaking is mixed but favorable enough. That, combined with the mild emotions, makes Thor a lackluster but passable experience.
Writing: 4/10
Direction: 6/10
Cinematography: 7/10
Acting: 7/10
Editing: 6/10
Sound: 8/10
Score/Soundtrack: 5/10
Production Design: 7/10
Casting: 9/10
Effects: 7/10
Overall Score: 6.6/10
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