Thor

Combatants, such as Frost Giants, are 'skewered by blades, pounded by hammers (sometimes vanishing into dust under the assault), frozen and crushed' in battles. For instance, during the battle on Jotunheim, Thor and his allies engage in forceful combat, resulting in many Frost Giants being struck down or falling into abysses. The Destroyer, a large automaton, blasts fire, causing widespread destruction and throwing people against buildings and vehicles. Thor, even without his hammer, engages in hand-to-hand combat, 'beats up several guards' and 'roughs up about a dozen doctors, orderlies and police officers' in a scene where he attempts to retrieve Mjölnir. He also defeats a large beast by rocketing into its mouth and exiting through its head, leaving a 'gaping wound'.

Darcy Lewis makes a suggestive comment about Thor when he is unconscious, stating, 'Does he need CPR? 'Cause I totally know CPR'. Later, she remarks on his physique when he is shirtless, saying, 'You know, for a crazy homeless person, he's pretty cut'. Thor and Jane Foster share a 'long, passionate smacker' kiss on the lips, and Thor also 'delicately kisses her hand twice'. Thor is seen shirtless, which is noted as a moment where women in the film (and audience) admire his muscular build.

Characters use the words 'd*mn' once, 'a**' once, and 'h*ll' four or five times. There are 'several instances' or 'a half-dozen times' where God's name is misused, often in exclamatory phrases like 'OMG' (Oh My God). One source also mentioned a single use of the 's' word (presumably 'sh*t') and 'd-it'.

The movie explains that the Asgardians are 'aliens from a faraway world—a place where science and magic are one and the same,' attempting to ground their 'god-like' powers in advanced technology. Loki is depicted as a 'sorcerer' who uses 'spells and trickery,' such as creating illusions and conjuring magic bolts during battles. Thor's hammer, Mjölnir, possesses powers like changing the weather and being summoned remotely, which are visually presented as magical. While these elements are prominent, the film's framing device aims to demystify them as science not yet understood by humans.

In a comedic scene, Thor, new to Earth's customs, is shown 'drinking heavily' with Erik Selvig at a bar. Thor consumes a significant amount of alcohol very quickly, contributing to a humorous cultural misunderstanding.

The Frost Giants are portrayed as 'demonic-looking' and 'vicious monsters,' and their appearance and aggressive actions can be frightening. The Destroyer, an 'indestructible automaton,' causes significant terror and destruction with its fire blasts. Life-threatening situations, such as Thor nearly dying after confronting the Destroyer, and Loki's acts of betrayal and malice, create suspense and tension throughout the film.

Thor openly defies Odin's orders by leading an unauthorized attack on Jotunheim, stating, 'You are an old man and a fool!' in response to his father's reprimand. This act of 'willful disobedience' directly results in Odin stripping Thor of his powers and exiling him. Loki engages in widespread deceit and manipulation, lying to Thor, Odin, and others, and plotting to usurp the throne, including attempting to murder Laufey, the Frost Giant king.

The movie attempts to explain the Asgardian 'gods' as 'aliens from a faraway world' whose science is merely 'magic we don't yet understand,' avoiding direct theological conflict by recontextualizing their nature. Despite its 'pagan roots,' some Christian reviewers found 'solid, but not overt, Christian, redemptive elements' in Thor's character arc, highlighting themes of 'heroism, humility, reconciliation... and sacrifice for others'. Thor's journey of self-sacrifice and subsequent return to power is seen by some as echoing Christian narratives of redemption and resurrection.