![]() Thor Ragnarok Trailer: Everything You Missed. WARNING: This article contains potential SPOILERS for Thor: Ragnarok–The long- awaited first trailer for Thor: Ragnarok has arrived, revealing even more epic looks at its new short- haired hero, a glimpse of Asgard’s ancient history, Cate Blanchett’s villainous Hela, and more story teases and easter eggs than fans could have hoped for. We’ve broken down a few of the bigger Ragnarok trailer topics for fans to take home, but for the diehard MCU addicts, or simply those thrilled to be more excited than ever for a new Thor movie, we’ve got you covered. ![]() We’re breaking down each and every reveal from the Ragnarok teaser trailer, so needless to say, there may be SPOILERS aplenty as we theorize and speculate on the story beats, battles, and larger plot details teased in the new footage. A Trip to Muspelheim. It’s tempting to expect that Thor’s next solo film would follow the hero doing something. The Hulk and the God of Thunder do battle in a new trailer for 'Thor: Ragnarok', the Marvel epic from 'What We Do in the Shadows' director Taika Waititi. Stuck in a foreign world without his hammer, Chris Hemsworth's Thor must face off against the Hulk in order to return to Asgard — see the first 'Thor: Ragnarok' trailer. But the Ragnarok teaser begins with the titular Asgardian god of thunder wrapped in massive chains, tumbling down a deep, dark hole, coming to rest suspended over a burning volcanic crack. Opening with such a “I bet you’re wondering how I wound up here” gag is fitting for director Taika Waititi, but the forces at work behind Thor’s predicament are open to some serious speculation – fueled mainly by the backdrop of the scene, and not the hero debuted within it. To be more specific, it’s the glowing demonic faces in the architecture we’re referring to here. Those faces alone are unlike anything that’s been shown in the world of Asgard to this point, and the first thought must be connected to Ragnarok. That being said, there’s a good chance that we’re looking at Muspelheim, one of the Nine Realms of Norse mythology – the one licked with flames, and home to torment and pain. Hell, in other words. It’s a realm that’s been teased in previous Thor movies, and while the visual design here is a bit different from the previously released Muspelheim concept art, it does seem a match for the glimpse of Muspelheim shown in Thor 3. Marvel's "Thor: The Dark World," now on Blu-ray 3D Combo Pack, Blu-ray, DVD, Digital HD and Digital 3D, continues the big screen adventures of Thor, the Mighty. We dissect every moment of the Thor: Ragnarok trailer fans may have missed, from Marvel easter eggs to plot secrets. Movies and TV Watch: Thor and Hulk battle in space in wild, new ![]() The reasons for Thor’s presence, and the fight awaiting him is what’s teased next. Surtur, Perhaps? The focus of the shot is obviously the spinning Thor, gently hanging as the glowing faces around him cry out in silent shrieks. But pay closer attention to those faces, and you’ll notice they’re actually alive, in a sense. Not sentient, and not moving in the way that audiences might expect from a fantasy- inspired vision of Hell. The faces are simply being lit by fire, as if the light emanating from them and making their faces visible is approaching. So, what do we make of this design element? Thor tumbles down into a darkly lit cavern, and the walls and decorations around him slowly begin to burn as if something– or someone has turned on a lightswitch. Or is simply approaching, bringing the fire with them. As the face become fully lit, and heat can be seen radiating from their eyes and mouths, Thor turns towards the camera, fully lit as if another massive source of fiery light has suddenly appeared before him. Take that implied light source and add in Thor’s expression – far, far from excited about what he’s now looking at – and there’s a good chance it’s Surtur who stands before him. That in itself isn’t a shock, since Ragnarok. But given the rest of the trailer, this seems to be a plot beat that’s yet to be explored or detailed. In the comics it was actually Surtur who started Ragnarok itself, so if Thor is seeking him out – before his hair is cut – then perhaps the god of thunder is still trying to puzzle out the glimpse of doom he witnessed in Age of Ultron. Either he’s chasing the wrong enemy. Hela’s Arrival. We’re referring here to the brief shot of Hela walking out of. As the air ripples and tears in a swirl of black magic or energy, Hela confidently struts out, flexing her fingers in preparation of a fight(?). The architecture visible behind the rippling energy could be a match for the yellow sandstone of Asgard, but it’s hard to tell (later shots of her in the trailer confirm this could be the case). Shots like these may seem the most inessential, where overall plot twists and storylines are concerned. But in their own way, they hint at the larger mythology being teased or established. What is this black energy meant to represent? ![]() Is this Hela’s escape from her ancient prison? Is this a glimpse of her unique brand of magical attack, or simply an effect of her entry or exit from one plane to another? It seems a carefully constructed shot to unveil her in full costume (possibly descending a staircase), so is this the audience’s first glimpse of Hela in the actual film? If so, then the questions of where she is, and where she’s coming from become even more important. All theories are absolutely welcome. ![]() ![]() ![]() Thor Lives The . Nevertheless, the action jumps to Thor in sad back alley, hurling his trusty Mjolnir at a target revealed to be Hela. Before we get to his target, fans shouldn’t miss the rest of the shot’s reveals. For starters, this shot is confirmation that Thor’s trip on Earth won’t be confined to he and Loki in street clothes, searching for their wayward father. Thor will eventually return to his full Asgardian form, cape and armor included. Why Hela would make a trip to New York to put an end to Thor’s mission is anyone’s guess, but the question now becomes: which part of the city will get the honor of hosting her arrival? On a more comedic note, Thor’s hammer toss reveals a patch of wall behind him decorated with graffiti reading “SKUX LIFE.” It’s a nod to director Taika Waititi’s New Zealand roots, with the word being a bit of New Zealand slang for things that are cool, gangster, sharp, edgy, slick. Since it was used often in Waititi’s recent Hunt for the Wilderpeople, the word cropped up in plenty of interviews and press. Moving from a quirky, comedic hit to a Marvel blockbuster. Mjolnir Shatters at Death’s Touch. As we mentioned before, Thor’s toss doesn’t turn out as expected. Mjolnir mau have been unstoppable in prior films, but at Hela’s hand, it is subuded. Not just stopped in its tracks, either. A single touch of Hela’s fingernail, and the hammer forged in the heart of a dying star shatters to pieces. On one hand, it demonstrates the true extent of Hela’s power in the Marvel Universe (nothing is beyond death). On the other, it makes it clear. To the audience, and judging by the marketing surrounding Ragnarok, it could mean Thor’s – and Hemsworth’s – days of simply swinging a hammer are over. It’s not the first time Thor has been without his hammer in the MCU, but his goal is no longer to regain his “worthiness.” Without his signature weapon. Thor & Loki vs. Hela. When Hela breaks Mjolnir, the result is what you would expect from the destruction of a mystical Asgardian relic. But before the massive, lightning- filled explosion takes over the screen, audiences can notice that it is both Thor and Loki standing side by side in the alleyway, both taking the full brunt of the explosion. We knew from set photos that Thor and Loki would both be seeking their father, Odin on Earth (Midgard), but their placement here – together, standing opposite Hela as she shatters one of Asgard’s mightiest weapons – could bear as much thematic weight as it does to the plot. Because for all Loki’s mischief, he’s still more interested in ruling Asgard than seeing it destroyed so easily. It’s still unclear just how heroic a turn to expect from Loki, since temptations to do so in the past have resulted in even more treachery. That being said, he’s stopped short of killing his brother at every turn. And in taking the throne from Odin in The Dark World, he apparently sent his adopted father to Earth, instead of killing him. Next to nothing is known about the interactions between Loki and Hela, if there are any, and where they may fall on the villainous scale. It’s safe to assume that Loki and Thor enter yet another shaky alliance, but with this scene, there may be reason to think Loki might finally come to his senses. For the sake of a kingdom to rule, if nothing else. Hela in All Her Ancient(?) Glory. For those following the trickle of Thor 3 concept art, the reveal of Cate Blanchett’s Hela is a bit less grand than expected. That’s largely due to her massive, spiked headdress – confirmed in concept art to be heavily based on the comic book version. It’s missing in the shot of her in the alleyway, but it does make an appearance in the trailer. The most memorable of those shots being the one seen here, depicting Hela in full costume, make- up, headdress, and taking a pose that might actually be an inspection of her finger nails (that’s the impression, anyway). The difference between this depiction and the one seen elsewhere may be explained by a passage of time. Aside from the dreamlike color scheme, slower motion, and heavily evocative imagery suggesting a prologue or flashback, the landscape itself seems to be completely unformed – as if the scene being shown was set in a time before Asgard. The Thor movies have already established the kings of Asgard as bringing some sort of structure to the universe, so if we know Hela will be escaping imprisonment, as Blanchett has discussed, then it’s entirely likely audiences will get to see her defeat and capture. As an added bonus, this could be hint at Hela’s own change of character and personality. She may be chilling and detached here, but her eerie smile and tussled hair may be a sign of how thousands of years being locked away have changed her. Asgard Unites Against Hela. Despite two films having featured it as a primary setting, this shot of Asgard’s soldiers arrayed against Hela stands out. Not only because it’s more soldiers than have ever been shown to comprise Asgard’s military, but because Thor and Loki appear not to be present. Thor: Ragnarok . Additional information will be added as it becomes available. Release Date. It is a sequel to Thor, Thor: The Dark World, Avengers: Age of Ultronand Doctor Strange and the seventeenth installment in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, while also being the fifth installment of Phase Three. His devious brother, Loki, has taken over Asgard, the powerful Hela has emerged to steal the throne for herself and Thor is imprisoned on the other side of the universe. To escape captivity and save his home from imminent destruction, Thor must first win a deadly alien contest by defeating his former ally and fellow Avenger.. The Incredible Hulk! Kevin Feige will be returning to produce and Chris Hemsworth will be returning in the title role. Other candidates at the direction of the movie were Ruben Fleischer, Rob Letterman and Rawson Marshall Thurber. Erik Selvig in the movie. Cate Blanchett and Tessa Thompson were confirmed to be playing the major villain Hela and the hero Valkyrie respectively, while Anthony Hopkins and Idris Elba reprised their previous roles. The working title for the film was .
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