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Greater Detroit's Original Cultural Events Weekly — Thursday, April 26, 2018 DOWNTOWN MONITOR The Marvel Universe Explodes in Avengers: Infinity War A Review by Paul Arlon I was among the privileged the Scarlet Witch Black disparate. vel effort being released this Aveng- Widow, Captain America, light-hearted take on even There’s the rub…Marvel has weekend—Avengers: Infin- ers: Infinity War. There was Spider-Man, Black, thePanther, creatorthe most Stan threatening Lee, included situa a- made movies out of comic ity War. Here we have all of audiencelittle advance to first detail see about White Wolf tion. Lee imbued every one the aforementioned Marvel - of his comic book characters childish imagination and biggies facing the most dan- er than it had the entire Mar- Last year’s , DCetc. comic Yowser! book with a bit of wit and this has books,amusement and keptin their the joyprod of- gerous threat yet to all life what the film contained, oth- Quiteextravaganza the assemblage! featuring the carried on through the mov- in the universe – the enor- deed it does. Justice League (Batman, Su- made movies that tried to be mous bodied purple-skinned velHot Universe on the heels in play. of And,the stu in- perman, Wonder Woman, uct.dramatic DC, went and alladult-oriented. serious, and Titan warlord Thanos (Josh pendously successful block- Aquaman, the Flash ies. In effect, comic (book)- Wonder Brolin). He's intent upon buster Black Panther, every Cyborg relief, and usually clever. - Woman - capturing the essence of all Marvel superhero from the team-up movie that ,threw and When DC, in their esti And, other than existence which is encapsu- last iteration of their Uni- every ),important was another character such mable miscalculation, re to compete., their When big screenthey have ef lated in six so-named Infin- verse – other than the Fan- in their respective Universe viveddeath-culture the Batman impresario character, fortsto rely just on don’t the havecurrent the legsBat ity Stones tastic Four, the X-Men at the wall. first under the helm of goth- Man with a single source of life the Netflix Hell’s Kitchen The big difference between ther blackened their sto- in snippets the only droll hu- itself —Time,, each Space, one instilled Power, Defender series shows , upand – these two comic book pano- Timryline Burton, with Frankand then Miller’s fur mor ,in Ben a two Affleck, and a to half deliver hour Mind, Soul and Reality. Suf- Thor Guardians of the plies is simply this – the humorless Dark Knight Galaxy, Dr. Strange, Iron Man, franchise is in trouble. not mentioned in the Bible… Bruce, theBanner/Hulk, Vision, written by its venerable couldn’t have become more, the movie, I would suggest their- fice it to Continuedsay that this on Pagestuff 2is Marvel Universe as first two comic book Universes, Now, onto the massive Mar 2 DOWNTOWN MONITOR Thursday, April 26, 2018 CINEMA CULTURE Continued from Page 1 A Community Designed for Adults 55 & Better Check Out Our Affordable Apartments ✷ Rent Based On Income ✷ All Utilities Included ✷ We Accept Vouchers NOW LEASING! Hurry! Availability is Limited! 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The other Stonesencounters have the been previously secreted mentionedaway, and Thanosgathered and Marvel his massive forces. armiesAll out havewar ensues. waged warExpect on whateverplenty of loud planets explosions hold them, and until impressive he is finally CGI scenes. down toThis just movie the two is everything on earth. And, that here, Marvel he - has to show for itself, and then some. Directed by the Russo brothers, Joe and Anthony, with a screenplay written by Chris topher Markus and Stephen McFeely. Besides those already named, this vast cinematic endeavor stars Chris Evans (Captain America), Elizabeth Olsen (Scarlet Witch), Scarlett- Johansson (Black Widow), Mark Ruffalo (Bruce Banner), Tom Holland (Spider-Man), Chris Hemsworth (Thor), Sebastian Stan (White Wolf), Robert Downey, Jr. (Iron Man), Zoe Sal- dana (Gamora), Chris Pratt (Star-Lord), Chadwick Boseman (Black Panther), Vin Diesel (voice of Groot), Bradley Cooper (voice of Rocket), Anthony Mackie (Falcon), Peter Din- klage as a giant dwarf, and literally hundreds, if not thousands of others, if you count CGI. itsIt’s collective impressive head. movie-making. It's anything But, but it’sa stand-alone a very, very movie. complicated story and it takes rapt at Featuring 1 & 2 Bedroom tention to follow it through to its intense DOfinish NOT that leave will your likely seat leave as the the audience credits areshaking roll- ing. There’s always a Stinger (additional scenes) to entice you to stay tuned for the next Apartment Homes 62 & older As with every previous Marvel movie, Infinity War. War • Riverfront Picnic Area • Onsite Beauty Salon installment. And, rest assured that the title of this film is spot-on accurate. • Community Rooms & Activities Essentially, that means that the started in this movie, doesn't end here. • Evening Courtesy Attendant • 24 Hour Emergency Maintenance • Meal Program • Computer lab • Spectacular Views • Heat and Water Included Make the Right Move, enjoy Senior Living at its best on the Detroit River. Touring by Appointment Only Thursday, April 26, 2018 DOWNTOWN MONITOR 3 SPECIAL EVENTS Tour French History in Detroit and GP Wayne State to Host Education Job Fair long French History Tour of Detroit and Grosse Pointe. The Alliance Francaise de Grosse Pointe is offering a special day- This all-day excursion leaves Grosse Pointe United Methodist- Church (211 Moross, in Grosse Pte. Ste.Farms) Anne at de 9 Detroit a.m. on Saturday, MayDetroit 5 and Public will Library’s include stopsMain atBranch the secondDetroit oldest, Historical continually-oper Museum ating Catholic church in the country, (pictured), Travel will be via motor coach with, thea stop for lunch at the all new The Wayne State University College of Education will host its An- andLe Petit other Zinc historical in Detroit’s markers Midtown along area. the way,The tournoting will French be lead events. by lo- nual Education Job Fair Wayne State students and alumni who are seeking employment own. Space is limited. from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Friday, May 4. - cal historian Stewart McMillin. The cost is $45, with lunch on your- grossepointe.org/calendar. inattend. the educational field, or are interested in enhancing their com For tickets and more information, call (313) 922-1990 or visit af munication,The event is interviewing open to students and networking and graduates skills from are education encouraged pro to- Mozart’s Requiem at Fort Street Church education professionals and others interested in pursuing careers gramsin education. at colleges and universities throughout the state, current - The job fair will be held in the ballroom of the Wayne State Stu dent Recruiters Center, locatedwill interview at 5221 Gullencandidates Mall infor Detroit a variety (between of positions: Third and Cass, just north of W. Warren), on the campus of Wayne State. - teachers, administrators, counselors, school psychologists, school- socialpected workers, to attend. special education teachers, library-media special ists, speech pathologists and others. About 60 employers are ex baton of Dr. Arianne Abela will present Mozart’s Requiem on bringThe job multiple fair is freecopies for of participants their resume who and register cover letter. online They before should May The Fort Street Chorale and Chamber Orchestra under the (pictured). 2.also On-site dress registration in professional is $10 attire. (cash or check only). Attendees should Sunday, May 6 at 3 p.m. in Fort Street Presbyterian Church - Tickets are $25 for general admission, with group rates for 10 tureRegistered 5 is recommended. individuals can use the Career Fair Plus app to access or more, student rates and patron seating are also available. informationThe cost is about$7.75 (creditthe job cardfair prior needed to thefor event.entry Parkingand exit). in For Struc in- For more info call (313) 961-4533 or see fortstreet.org. Fort Street Presbyterian Church is located at 631 W. Fort Street (corner of Fort and Third), in Downtown Detroit. formation or to register for the job fair, see coe.wayne.edu/jobfair. 4 DOWNTOWN MONITOR Thursday, April 26, 2018 SYMPHONIC NEWS Ruth's Music Notes Ruth Crystal-Zaromp The Downtown Monitor, now in its 65th year of continuous publication, is circulated free to all points of Greater Detroit and the City Proper. Paul Arlon — Editor & Publisher Roger Smith — Advertising Director Downtown Monitor P.O. Box 888 Hazel Park, MI 48030 Phone and Email: (248) 439-1863 [email protected] [email protected] 1540 WASHINGTON BLVD. It was a weekend of mu- - ries Chamber Music at the Near Grand Circus Park - Scarab Club. People Mover ductor, University of Mich- The Eason Trio's program sicTaylor and dance dancing, company. a reward The iganlo. The Choral program Union includes chorus, will feature a variety of ingtechniques evening were with excellent.