Game of Thrones vet Alan Taylor confirmed to direct Thor 2

Patty Jenkins had been hired, at the suggestion of star Natalie Portman, to direct Marvel’s THOR 2. But as Jenkins and Marvel had continuing script discussions it became clear that Jenkins, who hasn’t directed a film since 2003’s MONSTER, was in over her head. So despite Portman’s protests, Marvel and Jenkins parted ways and the search for a new director was on. Enter “Game of Thrones.”

Marvel was looking at two directors who had been working on the popular HBO series – Alan Taylor and Brian Kirk. Well over the holidays, it was confirmed that Taylor has gotten the gig and will begin directing THOR 2 (which I’m sure will have a fancy subtitle) next year.

How happy that makes Portman, who was reportedly “furious” when Jenkins was fired, remains to be seen. It also remains to be seen whether Marvel gives a shit. Let’s all be honest and admit that the Jane Foster storyline was the least interesting part of the original THOR. More Asgard please.

Another good question to ask regards who the villain will be in THOR 2. Loki will be the main villain in THE AVENGERS and audiences will likely need something fresh for the THOR sequel. Maybe Enchantress?