Thor Ragnarok
When you saw Thor and Thor 2: The Dark World you got brought into the magical world of Asgard. I remember when my daughters saw Thor for the first time. They both gasped at the wonder and beauty of Asgard. They really enjoyed Thor and the other characters. I love introducing my kids to the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Just like me they are really enjoying these films. I am looking forward to my kids watching Thor: Ragnarok.
In any sequel we are introduced into new characters. In Thor: Ragnarok we have the pleasure to meet a bunch of fascinating people. I want to put the spotlight on two of the new characters. They are Korg and Valkyrie. For me these two were so much fun to watch.
Let’s take a look at each one.
Korg in Thor Ragnarok
Korg:
Directing a film with such high expectations is hard enough, but when you direct and act in the film things can get even more stressful. For Thor: Ragnarok director, Taika Waititi he made it look very easy. Not only did Taika direct the film, but he played the role of Korg.
If push comes to shove I would say that Korg was one of the best roles if not the best role in the film. From the first time we see Korg, who looks like a big pile of rocks we get to understand his character right off the bat.
His first words in the film were, “Over here. This pile of rocks waving at you. I’m actually a thing, I’m a being. Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Korg. I’m kind of like the leader in here. I’m made of rocks, as you can see, but don’t let that intimidate you. You don’t need to be afraid, unless you’re made of scissors! Just a little Rock, Paper, Scissors joke for you.”
Waititi used a soft, gentle voice for Korg which made him even more likable and unforgettable. I may have ordered Korg shirts and got a Korg Funko POP! after seeing the film in theaters. In the Marvel Cinematic Universe he is one of my favorite characters.
Korg is a Kronan warrior who resides on Sakaar. He was forced to become one of the Grandmaster’s champions on the planet Sakaar after his rebellion against him failed when he was unable to collect enough support. Upon meeting the Asgardian Prince Thor, Korg and his friend Miek helped him escape Sakaar with Hulk.
I hope we get see more of Korg as more Marvel movies come out! Anytime I watch that film Korg makes my laugh. One reason that I like him so much is because he is not afraid to tell some dad jokes and puns!
Valkyrie in Thor Ragnarok
Valkyrie:
Valkyrie is a no nonsense action hero who is portrayed by Tessa Thompson. Tessa was a fantastic fit for Valkyrie. She is sort of a wild card in the film. She always keeps us guessing. She is juggling a bunch of emotions in the film and you get to realize why during the movie.
We Valkyrie on Sakaar. She becomes a bounty hunter after her defeat at the hands of Hela. It was her way of getting past the pain of losing to Heal. She finds Thor and sells him to the Grandmaster, only to grow towards him when he told her of Hela’s new invasion of Asgard. Joining the Revengers, Valkyrie looks to help Thor try to defeat Hela.
About Thor Ragnarok:
In Marvel Studios’ Thor: Ragnarok, Thor (Chris Hemsworth) is imprisoned on the other side of the universe without his mighty hammer and finds himself in a race against time to get back to Asgard to stop Ragnarok – the destruction of his home world and the end of Asgardian civilization – at the hands of an all-powerful new threat, the ruthless Hela (Cate Blanchett). But first he must survive a deadly gladiatorial contest that pits him against his former ally and fellow Avenger – the Incredible Hulk (Mark Ruffalo) – and grapple with his silver-tongued adopted brother Loki (Tom Hiddleston), the fierce warrior Valkyrie (Tessa Thompson) and the eccentric Grandmaster (Jeff Goldblum).
Marvel Studios’ Thor: Ragnarok, electrified both audiences and critics alike and now fans can enjoy the colorful cosmic adventure at home. Fans who bring home the Ultimate Cinematic Universe Edition (4K Ultra HD + Blu-ray + Digital) of Thor: Ragnarok will experience all the thunderous action and lightning-fast wit in stunning 4K Ultra HD with next-generation high dynamic range visuals and Dolby Atmos immersive audio.
Exclusive, never-before-seen bonus features include deleted scenes; hilarious outtakes; an exclusive short: part three of the mockumentary Team Thor, retitled Team Darryl and featuring an eccentric new roommate; the evolution of MCU’s heroes culminating in Avengers: Infinity War; numerous making-of featurettes which explore the unique vision of director Taika Waititi; the story’s unstoppable women; the effortlessly charismatic Korg; the tyrannical leader of Sakaar, the Grandmaster; and the film’s comic-book origins; audio commentary by Waititi; and more.
The action, humor, drama and spectacle, bursts into homes Digitally in HD and 4K Ultra HD, and Movies Anywhere, on Feb. 20 and on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD and On-Demand on March 6.
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