Chris Hemsworth, the Australian actor known for his portrayal of Thor in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, recently opened up about his feelings towards the fourth standalone ‘Thor’ movie, ‘Love and Thunder.’ In a candid interview with Vanity Fair for their May 2024 issue, Hemsworth took responsibility for what he deemed as a failure in the film.

Expressing his regrets, Hemsworth admitted that he got carried away with improvisation and the comedic elements in the movie, ultimately feeling like he had become a caricature of himself. He acknowledged that he ‘didn’t stick the landing’ with his performance in ‘Thor: Love and Thunder.’

Despite his gratitude for the opportunities the role of Thor has provided him, Hemsworth confessed to feeling overshadowed by his co-stars in the Marvel films. He described moments where he felt like a ‘security guard for the team,’ noticing that other characters had more exciting storylines and interactions, leading him to question his own character’s depth and development.

However, Hemsworth’s sentiments were countered by his long-time Marvel colleague, Robert Downey Jr., who praised the complexity and depth that Hemsworth brought to the character of Thor. Downey Jr. highlighted the challenges in adapting Thor for the big screen and commended Hemsworth for infusing the character with a unique blend of wit, gravitas, and vulnerability.

While Thor catapulted Hemsworth into the realm of Hollywood action stars, the actor expressed a desire to explore different genres and collaborate with renowned filmmakers such as Christopher Nolan, Kathryn Bigelow, Greta Gerwig, Martin Scorsese, and Steven Spielberg. He also revealed that Darren Aronofsky, who works on his adventure documentary series ‘Limitless,’ is developing two potential projects with him.

Despite the setbacks with ‘Thor: Love and Thunder,’ Hemsworth remains optimistic about his future endeavors in the film industry, aiming to diversify his portfolio beyond the confines of action movies and embark on new creative challenges.