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Chris Hemsworth Disappointed with Thor Role, Promises Better Performances

Apr 30, 2024 4:05 PM

Actor Chris Hemsworth has expressed his dissatisfaction with his portrayal of Thor in "Thor: Love and Thunder," acknowledging that he felt like a parody of himself. Hemsworth, known for his role in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU), shared in a Vanity Fair interview his exhaustion from the pressures of his career and his involvement in back-to-back movies. Expressing a desire to diversify his roles beyond high-stakes, big-budget films, Hemsworth mentioned his upcoming role in the "Mad Max" prequel, "Furiosa," where he has taken a deeper dive into character development under the guidance of director George Miller.

Did Chris Hemsworth enjoy his performance in "Thor: Love and Thunder"?

No, Chris Hemsworth did not enjoy his performance in "Thor: Love and Thunder," feeling he turned the character into a parody and missed the mark with his portrayal.

"Thor: Love and Thunder" is Hemsworth's latest appearance as the iconic Asgardian hero, Thor, in the MCU. The feedback from Hemsworth highlights an ongoing conversation in the film industry about typecasting, actor burnout, and the creative challenges of sustaining a character over multiple films. Hemsworth's candidness reveals the intense pressure actors often face in blockbuster franchises, and his upcoming role in "Furiosa" is a highly anticipated shift that may showcase his versatility and dedication to character immersion.



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