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Marvel releases unique spectacle, shocks all
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BY WYATT ASHLOCK
Arts/Entertainment & Opinions Editor
Superhero movies come out all the time, but Marvel’s “Eternals” (2021) is a different breed of a superhero movie.
Throughout history the Eternals have stayed in the shadows, not interfering with human conflict unless deviants are involved. After the events of Thanos in “Avengers: Endgame” (2019), a new threat arrives that will bring them out of the shadows to try and save all of humanity from extinction.
Director Chloé Zhao makes a mark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) that will never be forgotten. Her take on the Eternals is very well done, as she does an excellent job at introducing 10 new heroes and many other characters, while giving each of them their own story and character development.
Each actor was perfectly selected for their role and brings more representation to the MCU. Marvel introduces their first deaf superhero, with Lauren Ridloff’s portrayal of Makkari, and the film also introduces more characters of color into the universe.
Several elements of this movie are admirable. The cinematography and musical score make for a true work of art. While traveling through different times and places, Zhao does a superb job at making sure the audience feels connected to the movie throughout the entire
experience, and the music adds a captivating sense of suspense and excitement. While the story does cram a lot of information into one movie, it also has a balanced variety of comedy and drama to keep it serious yet light-hearted.
Moreover, the cinematic-generative imagery (CGI) in this movie is unlike anything Marvel has taken on before. From fulI worlds, weapons and characters, “Eternals” is a spectacle from beginning to end.
My only drawback is that at certain points it feels like the movie should have been split into two parts, so that each of the characters could have more rounded character arcs. Since this movie introduces plenty of new concepts including Celestials, Deviants and other mystical terms, the audience will have to pay close attention.
I went into this movie hesitant, but it blew me away. It was spectacular, and I cannot wait to see what will happen next for the Eternals after the cliffhanger that ends the movie. While I did not necessarily agree with some of the plot decisions, I still think it is among of the most unique movies I have seen.
This installment is definitely in my top five Marvel movies of all time. The movie also has a few surprise character introductions that will shock audiences.
I highly recommend that anyone go see this movie, even if you have never seen a Marvel movie before. This is a great movie to start with to dip your toe into the Marvel Universe. I rate this movie a 4 out of 5 tiger paws.
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Over 100 people attended Monday night’s show, making it one of the most attended Guitarmageddon performances yet.
Guitarmageddon excites crowd
BY WYATT ASHLOCK
Arts/Entertainment & Opinions Editor
The Division of Music hosted an epic concert most commonly known as Guitarmageddon on Monday, Nov. 8. The concert brought students together for a time of epic music. For senior students, the event kicked off their “Guard the Tiger” night as part of Battle of the Ravine week.
Guitarmageddon is directed by Dr. Bruce Johnston and his Guitar Seminar class, which all guitar principal majors take each semester. Johnston and his students work hard each semester to put on an amazing concert for everyone.
The concert, a bi-annual event held by the OBU guitar and bass music majors, began about six years ago. Dr. Gary Gerber wanted the guitar majors to have an opportunity to host their own performance on campus and presented the idea to Johnston.
“I wanted to do something a little less formal than a concert hall performance,” Johnston said. “It needed to feel more like a ‘gig’ at a venue.”
Johnston then met with Tim Harrell, director of Student Life, and they decided that Dr. Jacks would be the best place for the concert.
“I let everyone play on every song, which means we’re basically a guitar ensemble,” Johnston said. “With everyone playing on every song, it becomes quite an overwhelming guitar aesthetic; so I jokingly called it ‘Guitarmageddon’ the first semester. We held it, and it just stuck.”
Guitarmageddon helps students learn to navigate the band dynamic and hosting one off performances.
“We work really hard to put this thing together,” Johnston said. “We
Dr. Bruce Johnston and his students perform at Guitarmageddon. The group has worked all semester to put on this concert. (photo by Hannah Adamson) inevitably always end up biting off more than we can chew when it comes to the amount of material and level of difficulty; so we’re up on that stage working hard to pull
