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Kenneth Branagh Finally Talks About Directing Marvel's Thor
FirstShowing.net —
... in September, Branagh has been keeping quiet about the project, but MTV finally got him to break down and talk about directing "The Mighty Thor." ...
Kenneth Branagh Confirms He Is Directing Thor
FlicksNews.net —
... MTV got a chance to talk Kenneth Branagh, which he confirmed that he is directing Thor for Marvel. He had this to say about why he chose to make the film and casting: ...
Kenneth Branagh Talks Thor
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MTV got a chance to talk to Valkyrie Kenneth Branagh on Saturday about directing Marvel Studios' upcoming Thor adaptation, scheduled for a July 16, 2010 release. Here's a clip: So what's the appeal of "Thor," Kenneth? "To work on a story about one of the immortals, Gods, extraordinary beings, inter-dimensional creatures," he enthused. He continued excitedly, "There's science fiction and science fact and fantasy all woven into one. It's based on Norse legends which Marvel sort of raided in a brilliant way." You can read more of the interview here .
Kenneth Branagh Talks Thor
ComingSoon.net - 30 most recent stories —
MTV got a chance to talk to Valkyrie Kenneth Branagh on Saturday about directing Marvel Studios' upcoming Thor adaptation, scheduled for a July 16, 2010 release. Here's a clip: So what's the appeal of "Thor," Kenneth? "To work on a story about one of the immortals, Gods, extraordinary beings, inter-dimensional creatures," he enthused. He continued excitedly, "There's science fiction and science fact and fantasy all woven into one. It's based on Norse legends which Marvel sort of raided in a brilliant way." You can read more of the interview here .
Weekend Movie News Wrap Up: December 14, 2008
Screen Rant —
... together and all of that is very exciting. Someone sensational is going to play the part but it is early days.”
Fifteen years ago Brannagh would have been a great fit for the role, but alas- that’s not going to happen. The Shakespearean star has had a bit of career resurgence recently with his Sleuth remake, along with his starring role in Valkyrie as well as BBC television’s detective show Wallander.
Source: MTV
That’s it for now. See you at the movies. ...
Branagh talks Thor
Filmstalker —
... Kenneth Branagh talked to MTV about the film and clarified that the title will be Thor, or rather he thinks that it will be Thor, that may change. “To work on a story about one of the immortals, Gods, extraordinary beings, inter-dimensional creatures...There’s science fiction and science fact and fantasy all woven into one. It’s based on Norse legends which Marvel sort of raided in a brilliant way... ...It’s a chance to tell a big story on a big scale...It’s a human story right in the center of a big epic scenario.” Now that description sounds right up Branagh's alley ...
Kenneth Branagh talks Thor
Total Film News —
... also espouses on exactly why he chose to make the film: To work on a story about one of the immortals, Gods, extraordinary beings, inter-dimensional creature. There s science fiction and science fact and fantasy all woven into one. It s based on Norse legends which Marvel sort of raided in a brilliant way. He certainly sounds up for the challenge, and we re predicting he ll deliver something great. Provided we can get over our fear of another Mary Shelley s Frankenstein. [Source: MTV ] Question: Help Branagh out. Who would you cast as the warrior god?
Kenneth Branagh Says Thor Will Be “A Big Story on a Big Scale”
/Film —
... MTV was able to catch up with director Kenneth Branagh over the weekend to talk about his upcoming big screen adaptation of Marvel’s Thor. Branagh explained that he was attracted to the project for the opportunity “to work on a story about one of the immortals, Gods, extraordinary beings, inter-dimensional creatures” and that “it’s a chance to tell a big story on a big scale. It’s a human story right in the center of a big epic scenario.” ...
Kenneth Branagh Talks About Directing The Mighty Thor
Film School Rejects —
... seems to have come with the most speculation and cynicism. Unlike Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk or Captain America, Thor is more than just a man — he’s a god. That element of his character is looked upon by fans and pundits as the one thing that could steer his feature film debut toward being kitschy and completely implausible. Though as director Kenneth Branagh explained when he spoke for the first time about the project this week to MTV, there is more to it than just science fantasy, saying that the appeal of Thor is “to work on a story ...
Kenneth Branagh Talks Thor
TheMovingPicture.net - Movie News - Movie Trailers - Movie Reviews - TV - DVD - Rumors - Casting News —
... He spoke with MTV and revealed why he wanted to work on the project and that recent casting rumors, one that put Journeyman star Kevin McKidd in the lead role, are still premature. ...
Kenneth Branagh Opens Up About 'Thor'
Get The Big Picture —
... "There’s science fiction and science fact and fantasy
all woven into one. It’s based on Norse legends which Marvel sort of raided in a
brilliant way," the triple threat told
MTV.
As for why he took the extremely challenging job in the first place, Branagh
replied, "To work on a story about one of the immortals, Gods, extraordinary
beings, inter-dimensional creatures." ...
Huzzah! Kenneth Branagh Talks About Directing 'Thor'
Cinematical —
... is directing Thor -- well, here it is. MTV caught up with Branagh at a Valkyrie junket, and he was all too happy to declare yay, verily. "I am directing Thor, or The Mighty Thor as you might like to call it. I think [the title] will be Thor." ...
Kenneth Branagh Offically Doing 'Thor,' Lead Role Yet To Be Cast
:: The Playlist :: —
... When MTV.com caught up with British Thespian Kenneth Branagh this weekend at the "Valkyrie" junket, the Shakespearean actor clarified the rumors surrounding his involvement with the big-screen adaptation of the Marvel comic, "Thor." ...
Clybersurfing: Branagh discusses “Thor” subject; Twilight destroys Dark; and Star Wars: The Musical!
Cinefantastique Online —
... MTV’s Splash Page blog has an interview with Kenneth Branagh, who discusses his upcoming directorial assignment, a film adaptation of the Marvel comic book hero Thor. Of course it is too early for Branagh to reveal any news-worthy details, such as the casting of the lead; instead he offers up some enthusiastic generalities: ...
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io9 —
... The Thor movie is a huge, motherhonking massive epic saga, with a human story at its center, says director Kenneth Branagh. And he says the movie is about "one of the immortals, Gods, extraordinary beings, inter-dimensional creatures. There’s science fiction and science fact and fantasy all woven into one. It’s based on Norse legends which Marvel sort of raided in a brilliant way." [MTV] ...
Are you ready for Thor
We Are Movie Geeks —
It’s in the works that Kenneth Branagh has been asked to direct Marvels next hero to get screen time THOR. Now their is no word yet on who will playing Thor or any of the other characters. However it is certain that Kenneth will direct and a Thor movie is making its debut in the theaters.
Source: http://splashpage.mtv.com/2008/12/13/exclusive-kenneth-branagh-breaks-silence-on-thor-says-casting-talk-is-premature/
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Casting call for Kenneth Branagh’s “Thor”
Cele|bitchy —
... in December, MTV asked Branagh a few questions about the movie and got some usual stock answers.
So what’s the appeal of “Thor,” Kenneth? “To work on a story about one of the immortals, Gods, extraordinary beings, inter-dimensional creatures,” he enthused.
He continued excitedly, “There’s science fiction and science fact and fantasy all woven into one. It’s based on Norse legends which Marvel sort of raided in a brilliant way.”
[From MTV]
Now, finally, the first full-blown news on the film comes in the form of a casting ...
