There are many actors on the movie scene who have achieved huge success in their careers thanks to a single role that made them known to the general public. One of them is exactly Chris Hemsworth, best known for his role as Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The Australian actor began his career with small roles that gradually led him to the role of a Norse god and, as a result, to worldwide fame.
Luke’s brother Liam Hemsworth, both actors, Chris has also played other roles besides his work with Marvel. Alternating successes and failures, the interpreter has included several feature films in his curriculum that vary in genre and depart from what is considered his main role. On his birthday, we dug through his filmography to find 10 roles which remind us that Chris Hemsworth is not just Thor.
10. Black hat
2015 film directed by Michael Mann and starring Chris Hemsworth. In the film, the actor plays Nick Hathaway, a computer genius who is enlisted by the US government on a mission to stop a criminal group responsible for several cyberattacks. The film was one of major failures of that year. Although the film was praised in Italy, the film was panned by critics worldwide.
The criticism expressed mainly refers to the protagonist. The problem is not so much with Hemsworth’s interpretation as with his own. conflict with the character. The actor’s appearance belies the idea of a computer genius, an element that isn’t even very much in the movie. In addition, the title also had issues with the soundtrack. Harry Gregson-Williamsone of the composers hired for the film disassociated himself from the final result, stating that several instrumentals were never included and several instruments he never used appear in the film.
9. Chris Hemsworth in a fairy tale
snow white and the hunter 2012 film directed by Rupert Sanders. The film is a dark fantasy adaptation of the fairy tale “Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs”. In the film, Hemsworth plays a hunter sent by a witch to kill Snow White, played by Kristen Stewart. A title considered too violent by many brings even more of Hemsworth onto the scene. dark and painfulmourning the loss of his family. The actor still manages to show a sufficient performance, which, however, cannot take a lower position.
The title saw some success, allowing the producers to prepare a spin-off that would be both a prequel and a sequel to the previous title. In this second project, the Australian actor becomes Main charactertalking about the hunter’s past, as well as his future after the adventure with Snow White.
8. Chris Hemsworth becomes the Men in Black
2019 director’s film F. Gary Gray. Chris Hemsworth takes on the role of MIB in the spin-off of the acclaimed trilogy starring Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones. Joined by Tessa Thompson, our beloved god of thunder dons a black suit to stop a dangerous threat that comes straight from the agency. The title has undergone a lot of production restlesswhich led to several rewrites of the script and even confused the actors themselves.
Considered a failure in all respects, Hemsworth’s interpretation still manages to justify itself. nice on the screen, offering pleasant and funny moments, which, however, are not enough to save the film, which suffered from numerous problems.
7. 12 soldiers
2018 film directed by Nikolai Fulsig 12 soldiers is an adaptation of the book “Mounted Soldiers” by Doug Stanton. The plot of the film is based on life Mark Snutch, a soldier sent to Afghanistan after the attack on the twin towers. In the film, Hemsworth plays the role of Snatch, who is called Mitch Nelson in the feature film.
The title shows a good war movie with a great Hemsworth leading the whole caravan. A solid action game that can entertain and make you think, staging a very real story that tells a story that has become anti terrorism symbol.
6. Chris Hemsworth in The Cabin in the Woods
Film by Drew Goddard 2011. That house in the forest considered one of the best horror discoveries of the 2000s. Hemsworth plays Kurt Vaughan, a university student who travels with his friends to a remote house in the woods. Although the actor doesn’t play the lead role, he still manages to be very strong, delivering some of the film’s best moments, including by far the most. funny and unexpected.
The project mixes horror and comedy, dramatizing a gory story that satirizes the genre it represents through stereotypes, comedy and horror. Story unique and original with unexpected twists and turns to keep you entertained from start to finish.
5. Whaling with Chris Hemsworth
ron Howard 2015 film, Heart of the sea this is an adaptation of the novel In the heart of the oceanthe story is based on the story of an Essex whaler who inspired the famous moby dick by Melville. Although the title was a flop at the box office and critics still regard it as an average title, Chris Hemsworth plays the captain and whaler very well. Owen Chase.
Carrying the whole project on his shoulders, the actor very convincingly got used to the role. An adventurous and strong character shines through, obsessed with a whale that can give him and his family a better life. Suffering and anguish like Captain Ahab they break the screenpressing the viewer to the final bars.
4. Spiderheads
2022 title directed by Joseph Kosinski and starring Chris Hemsworth as the antagonist. The film is about a modern prison where inmates experiment with mind-altering drugs. At the head of this institution we find Steve Abnestiplayed by the very good Chris Hemsworth. Without a doubt, the mad scientist is the most interesting character in the story, who, despite following the stereotype of a psychopathic genius, manages to intrigue the viewer as he tries to uncover the motives behind his insane plan.
The title received good reviews, telling a fairly compelling story, sometimes suspenseful and unsettling. Pair Hemsworth-Teller this works very well, completely restoring the rivalry they build over the course of the story.
3. Tyler Rake
Bronze medal for one of the last films with the actor. Director Sam Hargrave, Tyler Reik marks Hemsworth’s entry into the adrenaline-pumping and frantic action, done in the style of the saga of John Wick and makes it his own. In the film, Hemsworth plays Tyler Rake, a former soldier turned mercenary who struggles every day with the pain of losing his daughter.
The role seems to fit the Australian star perfectly as he portrays exactly what Rake should be, a man. precise, hard and cruel. He strikes with force and no mercy, managing to glue an audience to the screen between fistfights that always asks for more. The title was a great success and became the most viewed on Netflix. This notoriety led to the release TylerRake 2 (here’s our review), in which Chris returns angrier and wilder than ever.
2. 7 strangers in El Royale
On the second rung of the runway, we see a work in which Chris Hemsworth again plays the role of a villain, but this time with something extra. 7 unknowns in El Royale is a 2018 project written and directed by Drew Goddard. An interesting story that immediately immerses viewers in a story full of secrets to discover seven characters, each of which hides a secret. The intriguing but slightly jumpy film is definitely one of the best projects the Hollywood star has been involved in.
His role is also very interesting. Hemsworth in movies Billy Lee, image of the figure of Charles Manson. Despite only appearing in the last installment, the character manages to steal the stage from the other main characters, bringing one of the feature film’s highlights to the stage. Definitely one of the interpretations. best actor.
1. Chris Hemsworth runs like the wind in Rush
In “Pole Position” we find Chris Hemsworth again directed by Ron Howard. hurrybiopic about the famous Formula 1 driver Niki Lauda. The plot is based primarily on the famous rivalry between the Ferrari driver and James Hunt, the world champion at McLaren, best known for his tumultuous life. Hemsworth brings to the stage what is undoubtedly his most important role, with a performance that manages to work from start to finish, giving the audience a performance. faithful and persuasive piloted by James Hunt.
The whole project is based on the rivalry of two riders, Two sides of the same coin. The first is accurate, prudent and devoted to duty. The second is completely restless, he thinks only about running and entertainment. However, both are excellent drivers driven by great passion and a common goal. win the world title. The constant banter between the two creates the perfect atmosphere in the film, forcing the viewer to take one of the two sides, while the gripping story continues between emotion and laughter.
These are the roles of Chris Hemsworth that we think should be remembered along with the most famous one. A role that, however, allowed the actor to become someone in the industry and therefore gave him the opportunity to star in the titles mentioned above. We wish Happy birthday an Australian star waiting to see who will be the next character to be included in a future ranking.