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Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review & 5 Reasons to See It Opening Weekend!

November 2, 2017 By Ashley 24 Comments

Thor is one of my favorite Avengers. Second only to Captain America. When Thor: Ragnarok first unveiled its official trailer I was in nerd Valhalla. This looked to be the best Thor movie ever. My hopes were high going into the screening last week. When you are this excited for something there are a lot of expectations. Well, my expectations weren't just met, they were blown away! Thor: Ragnarok is unlike anything you've seen in the Marvel universe. I'm sharing my spoiler free Thor: Ragnarok review and 5 reasons to see it opening weekend- November 3rd!

10 Reasons To Geek Out Over Thor Ragnarok

Thor: Ragnarok exploded into my top 5 favorite MCU films of all time! Get your tickets now! 

The Action

I'm going to start with the main event. Thor vs Hulk. Now I know we've seen these two go at it before in The Avengers, but trust me, that was just an appetizer for the awesomeness that is this gladiatorial match. 

Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review

Hela strides onto the screen and death comes with her. You know immediately she is not here to play games. Her battle scenes will make you not want to blink for fear of missing something. 
Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review
She seems almost reasonable without her horns, kneel, serve her, you get the idea. But watch out. When that headdress appears you better run or cry out to Heimdall to transport you anywhere but Asgard.

Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review

Facing off against Surtur or Fenris Wolf, the Valkyries vs Hela, I could go on. The action is so epic you will be sitting on the edge of your seat the whole time!

Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review

Humor

Thor really gets to work those comedic muscles of his in this one. And I'm here for it. I promise you will be laughing and loving every second of this reinvented Thor. 

10 Reasons To Geek Out Over Thor Ragnarok

The Characters

Cate Blanchett as Hela brings a fierceness and cunningness to the screen that makes you love her and hate her all at the same time. Not only is she bad*ss but she is the first leading female villain in the MCU. 

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I'm 100% team Korg. Sign me up for the fan club, this guy rocks. Pun totally intended. Taika Waititi not only directs but he is also the brilliance behind the scene stealing Korg. His character is just that guy everyone wants to be friends with. He is super cool, funny, lovable, and knows how to wield lethal weapons.

Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review

Thor and Loki have always had a love/hate relationship. Thor looking to see the good and caring for his brother while Loki is stuck in the loop of my family hates me, everyone hates me. In Ragnarok, they are both in an unfamiliar world, where their family bond is important. Loki has to humble himself to work alongside Thor and Hulk.

Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review

I love that Loki is mercurial and Ragnarok shows us that yet again. Loki is not one to let you figure him out for long. This film is definitely trying to push Loki to make some positive changes. The questions are will he and if so for how long?

Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review

Newcomer to the Revengers is Valkyrie, a former warrior turned scrapper for the Grandmaster. She is a formidable fighter with an attitude to boot. I like her sass. Once you get past her rough edges, she is fiercely loyal and you do not want to cross her. I definitely want in on whatever team she is on. 

Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review

The Grandmaster is everything you could want from the brother of the equally eccentric Collector. Jeff Goldblum is genius and Sartaar is something only the imagination of a man like the Grandmaster could create.

Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review

I feel like I can't talk characters without mentioning Heimdall. Idris does it again with some great lines and sick fighting skills. Pretty sure I would not want to fight a guy who could see me coming from anywhere in the Nine Realms.

Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review

The Visuals

Taika Waititi is a visionary and it shows. Just re-watch the trailer and you can see how impressive the visuals are in this film.

Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review

Fun fact: the world of Sakaar, home of Jeff Goldblum’s Grandmaster was inspired by the comic book illustrations of Jack Kirby, who co-created “Thor” with Stan Lee. You can see his inspiration in the guards and the walls of The Grandmaster's viewing room. 

Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review

Mythology 

In Norse mythology, Ragnarok means the end of the universe, the doom of the gods, basically the annihilation of anything and everything. 

10 Reasons To Geek Out Over Thor Ragnarok

Hela (Hel) is not one to be messed with. As the goddess of death, she demands obedience and will show the world what real power looks like. Which makes me think back to The Avengers when Loki remarks how he has real power, and Fury's response is to tell him to ask if real power wants a magazine. I don't recommend asking Hela if she wants a magazine. 
10 Reasons To Geek Out Over Thor Ragnarok
Fenris Wolf is bound until Ragnarok, where he will break free and battle Odin, eventually devouring him. Likewise, the fire giant Surtur (Surtr), also comes out at Ragnarok leading his kind against the gods. Either way, I don't want to mess with these two. I'll just leave Hulk to do what he does best, smash. 

10 Reasons To Geek Out Over Thor Ragnarok

2 Post Credit Scenes

I won't give anything away, but we all know by now not to leave the theater until the credits are completely over. One of them shows a particular immortal. The other, well I have my theories on that one, but I definitely think it is leading us into something that happens in Infinity War.  
This is my face when people leave the credits early…
The film reminded me of the first Guardians of the Galaxy, a lot of laughs, action, thrown in with some serious scenes and clenched fists on the edge of your seat moments. Not to mention a pretty sweet soundtrack. Thor: Ragnarok is the best reviewed film in the MCU and that is no accident. It is an amazing piece from start to finish. It will be one of those films you can watch a 100 times and still laugh and love it just as much as the first time. 
And there is this guy named Chris in it. Just putting it out there that Taika must have heard all of us wishing for more shirtless Thor.

Spoiler Free Thor Ragnarok Review

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Thor Ragnarok is in theaters everywhere November 3rd!

10 Reasons To Geek Out Over Thor Ragnarok

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  1. Avatar for ShannonShannon

    November 2, 2017 at 9:36 am

    I can never seem to keep up with the latest movies, so I had no idea that Thor Ragnarok was even a thing! I love superheros though so I’ll be heading to the theater to see this one!

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  2. Avatar for Jacqui OdellJacqui Odell

    November 2, 2017 at 9:41 am

    My son loves Thor. He has been begging to see this movie when it comes out.

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  3. Avatar for corinne & kirstycorinne & kirsty

    November 2, 2017 at 2:59 pm

    I have loved the first Thor, not so much the second one and I could not wait for the third one! I love Loki! Such a great character!

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  4. Avatar for Amber MyersAmber Myers

    November 2, 2017 at 3:24 pm

    This sounds like it’ll be a fabulous movie. We’ll probably go see it! Sometimes we have left the movie when the credits roll, oops! We won’t this time.

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  5. Avatar for Jen TemcioJen Temcio

    November 2, 2017 at 5:24 pm

    Overall this movie sounds freaking awesome. I think I am most excited to see Cate Blanchett!

    Reply
  6. Avatar for Sarah BaileySarah Bailey

    November 2, 2017 at 7:40 pm

    I cannot wait to see Thor – it sounds like it such a great move and of course I have loved the previous ones, your spoiler free review just has me more excited.

    Reply
  7. Avatar for Claudia KruschClaudia Krusch

    November 2, 2017 at 8:36 pm

    I have been so excited to see Thor: Ragnarok. We are going for girls night to see it.

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  8. Avatar for KeikilaniKeikilani

    November 2, 2017 at 9:31 pm

    We are always ready for the next Thor movie!!! This ones looks so awesome.

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  9. Avatar for The Jedi WifeThe Jedi Wife

    November 2, 2017 at 11:21 pm

    I love movies that have humor in them! I’m unfortunately traveling for work so I can’t see it this weekend, but it will be watched soon!

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  10. Avatar for Emman DamianEmman Damian

    November 3, 2017 at 12:30 am

    I can’t wait to watch it this weekend! It looks like a great action film!

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  11. Avatar for HeidiHeidi

    November 3, 2017 at 12:47 am

    I am such a fan of super hero movies, and this one looks like it won’t disappoint! I haven’t had the TV on much lately, so I didn’t even know it was coming. I’m so glad I saw this review!

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  12. Avatar for Yvon LuxYvon Lux

    November 3, 2017 at 7:41 am

    Ummm I only need one reason to watch this movie…..THOR!! But looking forward to watching the chemistry between Chris, Tom, and Mark!

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  13. Avatar for KittyKitty

    November 3, 2017 at 8:25 am

    I heard from my friends that this movie was good and hilarious… I am not up to new movies as I just gave birth so can’t wait to watch this one 😄

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  14. Avatar for Jessica TaylorJessica Taylor

    November 3, 2017 at 9:43 am

    I can’t wait to see this in the theatre! I am such a huge Thor fan!

    Reply
  15. Avatar for Kelly HutchinsonKelly Hutchinson

    November 3, 2017 at 12:09 pm

    I swear this movie looks the best of the Thor movies so far! I am super excited to take my daughter to see it. She is a huge fan!

    Reply
  16. Avatar for Sondra BarkerSondra Barker

    November 3, 2017 at 12:49 pm

    This is so exciting! I definitely want to see it when it comes out!

    Sondra xx
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  17. Avatar for HeatherHeather

    November 3, 2017 at 6:48 pm

    Now that you’ve seen it, can you come babysit? I seriously can’t wait to check it out myself! I love the humor mixed with the action. This looks like it won’t disappoint.

    Reply
  18. Avatar for AkamatraAkamatra

    November 4, 2017 at 4:56 am

    As a Greek I love mythology. I wish I had the time and a good babysitter so I could watch a movie once in a while.

    Reply
  19. Avatar for Jennifer LJennifer L

    November 5, 2017 at 1:15 am

    Oh great review, just love how you laid all the highlight points. Now im more excited to check out the movie. Love a good Thor & hulk bromance.

    Reply
  20. Avatar for ChuckChuck

    November 5, 2017 at 7:33 am

    Been waiting for this!! Will surely watch it!!

    Reply
  21. Avatar for Chelsea PadgettChelsea Padgett

    November 7, 2017 at 3:10 am

    We are going to see it this week. I can’t wait. I’m so bummed they cut his hair, but I heard nothing but great things about the movie.

    Reply
  22. Avatar for Sapana VSapana V

    December 2, 2017 at 1:06 pm

    I love Thor and this movie is completely stunning.

    Reply

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