As a seasoned gamer who’s spent countless hours immersed in various worlds, I can wholeheartedly say that the transformation of Thor in “Thor: Ragnarok” was nothing short of a game-changer – a cinematic level-up if you will. Taika Waititi injected a vibrant energy and wit into the Marvel Universe that, while arguably overstepped in “Thor: Love and Thunder,” was pitch-perfect in “Ragnarok.” Cate Blanchett’s portrayal of Hela was a masterclass, and it’s no surprise to hear she learned a thing or two about green screen acting and hammer throwing from none other than Chris Hemsworth.
In Thor: Ragnarok, there’s a remarkable change in the film’s tone compared to other Marvel movies. This shift was not only noticeable for Thor as a character but also for the entire Marvel Cinematic Universe. Director Taika Waititi infused the series with an invigorating humor and energy, although some might argue it became excessive in Thor: Love and Thunder, it was spot-on in Ragnarok. The movie was a delight to make, as even Cate Blanchett herself attested.
More recently, Cate Blanchett shared insights with GQ regarding notable film characters, including her portrayal of Hela in Thor: Ragnarok. Many would concur that she shines in this role and stands among the top MCU villains thus far. Blanchett herself admitted to acquiring valuable knowledge on set, which she continues to apply in handling large green screens during performances. Moreover, she picked up hammer-throwing techniques from Chris Hemsworth during filming. To elaborate…
It felt like there was a really playful, exciting energy. Fresh winds were moving through. It was great. I learned so much. Literally, which I’m still doing on Borderlands not to go ‘pew pew’ when you’re shooting the guns. You gotta throw a lot of stuff, whatever your bits are gonna be, CGI’d, from your hand. [I got] hammer throwing lessons from Chris about how I could actually make it like it’s a line, you had to have energy through your arm.
Cate Blanchett openly acknowledges that Marvel films sometimes begin shooting without a fully written script, with the storyline coming together as the film progresses. This isn’t typically something that gets brought up, but it seems she found the process of piecing together the story, or a jigsaw puzzle if you will, quite enjoyable. What’s more, she was unaware that she was the first major female villain in the Marvel Cinematic Universe until later on, and she took pride in this role. She went on to say…
Creating a Marvel movie is like assembling an enormous, intricate puzzle. What I didn’t fully grasp at the time was that it was the first instance of a female villain being portrayed on screen, which made it all the more thrilling. However, I knew that Taika would add his unique touch to the story, and Chris was more than willing to be flexible, generous, and hilarious, ready to steer this project in an unexpected direction.
Although it appears that Hela’s comeback in “Thor: Ragnarok” seems improbable, given the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s multiverse concept, even as Kang is phased out and Doctor Doom takes center stage, a return for Cate Blanchett is by no means impossible. For now, we can only look forward to seeing her acting alongside Thor and Loki at Disneyland in the meantime.
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2024-08-20 20:40