Thor – Movie Pics

The big screen adaptation of Thor hasn’t made news for a hot minute, and we aim to remedy that. Let me refresh you of the details. One of my favorites, J. Michael Straczynski, is credited with the story behind the film. Kenneth Branagh is directing, which was one of the major draws for Natalie Portman, the film’s female lead. She’s opposite beefcake Aussie Chris Hemsworth who is our thunder god. Anthony Hopkins is dad, also known as Odin. His wife Frigga is the lovely Rene Russo. Kat Dennings, Idris Elba, and Colm Feore will also appear with Tom Hiddleston as Loki.

Today we offer pics from the set! They come from Empire magazine. Thor won’t launch into theaters until May 6th, 2011, so keep it here for all the latest news. Stracynski put on his Facebook page that he filmed a cameo appearance. Of course the film would not be complete without Stan “the man” Lee’s guest cameo, too.