Despite its occasionallybipolarquality, Thor: The DarkWorldis a hugely entertaining and well-written continuationofMarvel's Phase 2, combining heart, spectacleand a cleverlightness of touch.
Disney dubbed the next slate of superhero features as Phase 2, with plans for Thor: TheDarkWorld, Captain America: The Winter Soldier, Guardians of the Galaxy, The Avengers 2, Ant-Man and possibly more.