It's a labyrinth of the mind

I actually don't know how I feel about it. I really enjoyed it, and considering how anticipated it was, it didn't disappoint.

But at the same time I have more problems (not exactly problems, but scenes and things I can point out that didn't sit right) with this film than compared to the first Avengers.

Quick thoughts...

Maybe I'm the only one but I thought there was too much time where the gang was separated. There's no need for them to be together constantly but at least off in pairs or smaller groups - much of the middle seemed like individual character development. I get there needs to be character development (especially for those who don't/haven't had their own films) but part of the appeal of an Avengers film is that the gang is together - loved the opening scene.

Wasn't a huge fan of the romance plot. Not that I don't like either of them, but it felt a little forced into the plot. Wouldn't it just be easier to have a Black Widow (or Hulk) film instead? The other reason I liked the first Avengers film, no need for the love/romance plots.

Going to be an unpopular opinion, but weirdly refreshing to see Thor without Loki.

Every scene that featured Mjolnir was, of course, brilliant.

And why is there such a big gap between the Thor films? The last one was 2013, next is 2017 (late 2017 too). Although 2017 will also have Guardians of the Galaxy 2 (I think?)

I was also pretty amazed at how many familiar faces they were able to fit in. Obviously the super busy girlfriends, Pepper and Jane, were too busy.