Insider sources involved with Marvel Studios' upcoming comic book movie Thor, have revealed a major plot point to IESB.net.
The added info answers how moviemakers plan to transition the Norse thunder god from his "swords and sorcery" period piece to a modern world follow-up in The Avengers -- where Thor is also slated to play a part.
The pesky problem -- one of bridging the fantasy/reality gap -- had even the most forgiving comic book movie fans worrying. How do you put a mythological character, wielding a magic hammer, alongside technological and science-based characters like Iron Man? Such a clash between hammers and high-tech would stretch believablity beyond its breaking point -- especially among a non-nerd audience.
So what is the fantastical fix that will successfully insert Thor into modern day L.A? Introduce Doctor Donald Blake into the mix. Our spoilers have revealed that the good Doctor will make a quick cameo at the end of the Thor movie.
Dr. Blake was the original host for Thor in the comic books. As a man existing in the "real world," he discovers mighty Mjolnir (The hammer of Thor) in a mountain cave and becomes possessed with the god's mythological power.
While this explanation may not completely smooth out all the fantastical wrinkles, at least it provides a reason for why a long-haired dude with a hammer is flying alongside rocket-powered Iron Man.
Also alluded to in the report is that director Kenneth Branagh will play a small part in the movie.