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Marvel Studios has started a tradition with its choices of
directors for Thor. First Kenneth Branagh was plucked from the world of
Shakespeare & art house movies to direct Thor; now the director of Monster,
Patty Jenkins, has been confirmed as the director for Thor 2.
Thor 2, the Phineas & Ferb movie and Johnny Depp’s The Lone Ranger get new release dates...
It’s great to see a woman given a film of this size and a
male Super hero movie at that. (Although that the distinction still can be made
is a shame) Of course with Thor 2 looking to further the relationship between
Jane Foster & Thor, whilst likely exploring the relationship between Sif
& Thor, it could be another piece of ‘casting’ that fits perfectly the
story being told. Of course this particular love story (triangle?) will be told
against the backdrop of several alien worlds as the rest of the 9 realms will
be getting more of a focus too.
Here’s the press release...
“Marvel Studios announced today that Patty Jenkins will
direct "Thor 2," which will be released in theaters on Friday,
November 15, 2013. Chris Hemsworth and Natalie Portman will return to star in
the film along with Tom Hiddleston. Marvel Studios’ Kevin Feige will produce
the sequel to this summer’s blockbuster "Thor," which has grossed
over $448 million worldwide to date.
Patty Jenkins previously directed "Monster"
starring Charlize Theron, who won an Academy Award for her performance in the
film. Jenkins, who received an Emmy nomination for directing the pilot of AMC’s
acclaimed series "The Killing," has also directed episodes of
"Entourage" and "Arrested Development." Most recently, she
directed “Pearl,” one of the five short films that comprise Lifetime’s original
movie "Five."”
The Avengers...
Thor...
Captain America...
Horray, more Thor to the people. But, I agree with you, it is sad that we still have to be amazed that a woman is given the same job as a man. The only downside with this is that I wouldn't be surprised if people will argue that if the film flops it 'll be because a woman cannot do action : (
ReplyDeleteMet I'll bet £100,000 right now that if the film under performs in any way it'll be "can a woman really direct a big action / super hero film?" No doubt. :(
ReplyDeleteHopefully it's another step down the road to the first great female super hero movie.