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Littell not returning as Cowgirls’ coach next season Kaleb Tadpole Staff Reporter Following the conclusion of the 2021-2022 season, Jim Littell will no longer be the head coach of Cowgirl basketball.

In an announcement made Monday by OSU, the university and head Littell have “mutually agreed” they will part ways after the conclusion of his 11th season.

Littell has been at OSU since 2005 as an associate head coach. Following the plane crash resulting in the death of head coach Kurt Budke and three others, Littell took reign of the program. His 203 career wins ranks second in program history.

“I want to thank Coach Littell for everything he has done for our program over the past 17 years, first as associate head coach and these past 11 season as our head coach,” OSU athletic director Chad Weiberg said. “We are greatly appreciative of the leadership and direction he has provided over the years, including shepherding our program through the most difficult circumstances imaginable.”

“However, after my discussions with coach over the past two days, he and I have mutually agreed that it is time for a new direction.”

Littell, the two-time Big 12 Coach of the Year, has coached some of the biggest names to come into Cowgirl basketball, including Natasha Mack, Tiffany Biles, Toni Young, and Brittney Martin.

“We have truly competitive women’s programs here at OSU and our expectation is that we can have consistent success and provide a great experience for our student-athletes in Cowgirl basketball as well,” Weiberg said. sports.ed@ocolly.com

Chris Jones Jim Littell coaches his team during Oklahoma State’s game against Baylor on Feb. 25, 2021 in Waco.

Williams enters transfer portal, first Cowboy to hit portal

Abby Cage OSU forward Donovan Williams announced his intentions to transfer from OSU on Monday.

Ben Creider Staff Reporter

Player of the Year as a senior at North Rock High School. He posted 28.3 points in his senior season.

The 6-foot-6 wing missed the majority of his freshman season battling injuries, failing to log a point in 32 minutes across his first year. This season, As schools prepare for conference tournaments as a sophomore, Williams was on the outside looking and Selection Sunday, OSU has already hit the offsea- in from a rotational standpoint, placing nine appearson mill. ances (four starts) across a 10.3-minute palate. In his As tweeted by Donovan Williams on Monday, span, he mocked averages of 3.1 points, 1.6 rebounds the forward has opted to enter the transfer portal. and 0.7 steals while shooting 4 of 9 from three.

Williams, a three-star prospect out of Lincoln, Williams attracted multiple Division 1 offers in Nebraska, committed to play under coach Mike Boyn- high school, notably signing with Nebraska before a ton in 2020 after being named Nebraska’s Gatorade late de-commitment saw him venture to Stillwater.

As noted by Boynton on Saturday, scholarship sanctions placed upon OSU in November have sent the program into a frenzy, with “multiple guys” on the team being recruited by other universities.

His announcement marks the Cowboys’ first transfer of the offseason.

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Dunking for dollars OSU figureheads participate in Chilly Cowboy surprised because of the place we’re doing it at,” Alexander said. “The Stillwater community is really special at showing up and showing out and supporting things like this and supporting the community.”

The Chilly Cowboy was strucSam Hutchens tured in increments. As more money Assistant Sports Editor was raised, more people in prominent positions faced the water. All the goals The Chilly Cowboy lived up to its were met, ensuring every coach who name. volunteered their time got dunked.

And that is according to OSU soc“So I looked at the forecast last cer coach Colin Carmichael, who swam night,” Boynton said. “I looked at my in the North Sea by the North Pole as a wife and I said, ‘Is there a way out of boy in Scotland. this?’ She said, ‘No.’” “That was many moons ago,” Boynton said he was glad to be a Carmichael said. “So I wouldn’t do that part of the event. (now).”

“It’s tremendous,” Boynton said.

Carmichael was willing to plunge “It’s one of the things that makes this into a tub of cold water Monday staplace unique and special. There’s altioned on the Student Union Plaza. He ways tremendous support when called braved the 30-degree temperatures with upon. People rally around each other.” numerous OSU coaches, athletes and Alexander’s little brother, Caden, leaders to raise money for the Special has Down’s Syndrome. OSU hosts the Olympics through the Chilly Cowboy.

Oklahoma Special Olympics in May Senior softball outfielder Chelsea every year, so the event was a great fit.

Alexander organized the philanthropy “We talk about how we can use event, along with First Cowboy Darren our platform to do good,” Weiberg said.

Shrum. Through an auction and dona“I think this is a great example of it. tions, they raised $32,000.

We’ve got a great relationship with the OSU President Kayse Shrum, Special Olympics who host the games football coach Mike Gundy, men’s here. This is just an extension of that.” basketball coach Mike Boynton and Alexander, who played a rainy others sat in a dunk tank surrounded by softball game yesterday in similar temcheerleaders. About 200 people watched peratures, wrapped herself in a towel them fall into the water. after she was dunked. She joked she had “I was surprised (at the turnout) not warmed up since yesterday. because it is the first year, but I’m not “I think the sun came out a little

Abby Smith OSU football coach Mike Gundy was dunked in a tub of cold water Monday in support of the Chilly Cowboy philanthropy event.

bit and helped it but we definitely knew it wasn’t going to be 80 degrees like it was a couple days ago,” Alexander said.

“We were preparing for it to be cold, and it was, but that’s the point of the fundraiser. It’s not a Chilly Cowboy if it’s sunny and 75.”

Carmichael said Gundy, who pumped the crowd up while in the water instead of rushing out, had the most admirable performance of those who were dunked.

“He kind of showed us all up by

staying in there for an extra 30 seonds,” Carmichael said. Alexander said she hopes the Chilly Cowboy happens again next year.

“It was great,” Weiberg said. “I think the participation in the whole thing has been great. Especially for the fact that it’s the first year here. Chelsea did a great job providing leadership.

Her idea on this. Obviously Darren and Dr. Shrum getting behind it is great.” sports.ed@ocolly.com

Cowboys strikeout 19 times, Gonzaga sweeps OSU Daniel Allen Staff Reporter

So, I give (Gonzaga) credit. They’ve got a fine pitching staff and they certainly exposed some First baseman things that we need to get Zach Ehrhard swung better at.” and missed at an outside Pitcher Bryce Ospitch. mond got the start on the Almost instanmound for the Cowboys taneously, emotions of in the series finale, pitchanger and frustration ing 4.1 innings, recording were visible on his face. five strikeouts, allowing A common denominasix hits, three earned runs tor throughout the entire and one walk. game once again came Pitchers Kale Davis to fruition, this time to and Trevor Martin both end it. Ehrhard struck saw action the remainder out. A dead silence struck of the game, with neither in what was a loud and allowing a run, giving energetic Cowboy dugout the offense opportunity to just one pitch ago. bring momentum.

The No. 6 Cowboys The offense went lost to Gonzaga 2-1 in stagnant when the Cowthe series finale Monday boys were presented with afternoon at O’Brate Sta- opportunities, or just dium, concluding a series couldn’t capitalize off of sweep by the Bulldogs. the pitching staff’s sucOSU batters struck cess from the start. out a total of 19 times in “As a coach you the loss on Monday, and take responsibility for 44 times in the series. In moments like this,” Holaddition, OSU was held to liday said. “When you get just five runs throughout exposed here, you need to the series. get better and you got to “We had some do a better job coaching. opportunities, had some That’s on me.” base runners,” coach Josh Holliday said. “But sports.ed@ocolly.com (we) just did not finish.

WHEN IS LITTLE MUCH?

There is a short chorus that has encouraged me many times. “Little is much if God is in it. Labor not for wealth or fame. There’s a crown and you can win it. If you go in Jesus’ name.”

The woman, who poured the precious ointment on Jesus just before he was crucified, was criticized for “wasting” this expensive item. Yet, Jesus said everywhere the gospel is preached this woman’s action would be told. (Mk 14:3-9) Little things mean a lot as we are willing to serve the Lord. Paul mentions many in Romans 16 who helped him. The Good Samaritan stopped to help the man beaten and robbed.

(Lu.10:30-37) Paul writes as you have opportunity, do good to all men, especially to other believers.(Gal.6:10) When the poor widow dropped the two pennies, all that she had, into the temple offering. Jesus said she gave more the large offerings given. Her “large giving” was in relation to what she had. (Mk.12:41-44)

Karisa Sheely OSU lost 2-1 against Gonzaga on Monday, getting swept by the Bulldogs in the weekend series.

Many people may plan to give when they receive a great amount of money, but that large amount of money may never come. We may plan to give time or talent to a project when we have more time, but that perfect time arrangement may never happen. Again, the apostle Paul encourages us “as you have opportunity, do good to all men.”

We never know when a little gesture of kindness, with money, or helping in an area of service, spending a little time with a person, a word of encouragement, will be just the action that will be a great help to someone. These can be practical ways of living out the Lord’s challenge to love one another. This is the fulfilling of the many commandments in the Bible: loving people by word and action.

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Russian shelling destroys Ukraine atomic lab built with US

Director General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Rafael Mariano Grossi in Vienna on Sept. 13, 2021.

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with Ukrainian and Russian officials at a location of their choice to ensure the safety of atomic sites as the war escalates. The physical integrity, communication channels and supply chains of atomic sites needs to be guaranteed, Grossi said.

Russian forces destroyed an atomic-physics lab It’s the second Ukraine nuclear facility in a under international safeguards in Ukraine’s secondweek that’s been damaged by fighting. The IAEA conlargest city, the head of the world’s nuclear watchdog firmed Friday that Russian shelling caused a fire at a said, underscoring growing concerns over the safety building on the site of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power risks posed by fighting around the country’s atomic plant, injuring two members of the facility’s security facilities. team.

Rafael Mariano Grossi, who leads the InterCommunications with that plant — Europe’s national Atomic Energy Agency, said that a neutron biggest atomic installation — remain spotty, even as generator at the Kharkiv Institute of Physics and operators have increased electricity generation since Technology was destroyed during a Russian attack but Russia took control. the inventory of radioactive material at the site was The risks extend beyond Ukraine’s 15 operatsmall and monitors detected no radiation release. ing nuclear power plants, though. During the first “We cannot go on like this,” said Grossi, noting week of the war, nuclear-waste facilities in Kyiv were that the facility was built in collaboration with U.S. also damaged. And the IAEA has warned it has lost Argonne National Laboratory located outside Chicontact with a facility in the port city of Mariupol that cago. The destroyed lab was used for research as well handles radioactive sources. as to provide medical isotopes for healthcare workers, The European Union has called for rapid inaccording to Ukrainian officials tervention by the IAEA amid growing concern. EU The Argentine diplomat said he’s ready to meet Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson, in a letter to

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Grossi, called on Russia to “return all of Ukraine’s nuclear facilities to the full operational and regulatory control of Ukraine, including unhindered access of staff to these facilities, both at Zaporizhzhia as well as in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone.”

Russian forces control the Chernobyl plant — the site of the deadly 1986 meltdown that’s surrounded by a 2,600-square-kilometer (1,000-square-mile) exclusion zone because of residual radiation.

The EU energy chief also criticized “the position of the aggressor state” on the IAEA Board of Governors. Russia is the world’s top exporter of reactors, with projects ongoing in Argentina, Bangladesh, Egypt, Hungary and Turkey.

“I find it unacceptable that Russia can continue its privileged role at the IAEA in view of its irresponsible military actions on the ground in Ukraine,” she said.

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US Supreme Court declines to hear push to reinstate Bill Cosby’s sex assault conviction atomic installation — remain Jeremy Roebuck The Philadelphia Inquirerspotty, even as operators have

increased electricity generation since Russia took control.

The risks extend beyond Ukraine’s 15 operating nuclear power plants, though.

During the first week of the war, nuclear-waste facilities in Kyiv were also damaged. And the IAEA has warned it has lost contact with a facility in the port city of Mariupol that handles radioactive sources.

The European Union has called for rapid intervention by the IAEA amid growing concern. EU Energy Commissioner Kadri Simson, in a letter to Grossi, called on Russia to “return all of Ukraine’s nuclear facilities to the full operational and regulatory control of Ukraine, including unhindered access of staff to these facilities, both at Zaporizhzhia as well as in the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone.”

Russian forces control the Chernobyl plant — the site of the deadly 1986 meltdown that’s surrounded by a 2,600-square-kilometer (1,000-square-mile) exclusion zone because of residual radiation.

The EU energy chief also criticized “the position of the aggressor state” on the IAEA Board of Governors. Russia is the world’s top exporter of reactors, with projects ongoing in Argentina, Bangladesh, Egypt, Hungary and Turkey.

“I find it unacceptable that Russia can continue its privileged role at the IAEA in view of its irresponsible military actions on the ground in Ukraine,” she said.

Russian forces destroyed an atomic-physics lab under international safeguards in Ukraine’s second-largest city, the head of the world’s nuclear watchdog said, underscoring growing concerns over the safety risks posed by fighting around the country’s atomic facilities.

Rafael Mariano Grossi, who leads the International Atomic Energy Agency, said that a neutron generator at the Kharkiv Institute of Physics and Technology was destroyed during a Russian attack but the inventory of radioactive material at the site was small and monitors detected no radiation release.

“We cannot go on like this,” said Grossi, noting that the facility was built in collaboration with U.S. Argonne National Laboratory located outside Chicago. The destroyed lab was used for research as well as to provide medical isotopes for healthcare workers, according to Ukrainian officials The Argentine diplomat said he’s ready to meet with Ukrainian and Russian officials at a location of their choice to ensure the safety of atomic sites as the war escalates. The physical integrity, communication channels and supply chains of atomic sites needs to be guaranteed, Grossi said.

It’s the second Ukraine nuclear facility in a week that’s been damaged by fighting. The IAEA confirmed Friday that Russian shelling caused a fire at a building on the site of the Zaporizhzhia nuclear power plant, injuring two members of the facility’s security team.

Communications with news.ed@ocolly.com that plant — Europe’s biggest

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Spring break travel is back, and so are high prices: ‘Like bears coming out of hibernation’ Hugo Martin Los Angeles Times

said Melanie Fish, a spokesperson for the travel site Expedia. “We are awake and planning to travel but not ready to go too far.”

As COVID-19 cases drop, mask The rekindled demand is parprotocols ease and more Americans tially to blame for the higher prices. An venture out to beaches, theme parks analysis by the travel website Hopper and other tourist destinations, travel says domestic airfares for spring break is bouncing back to levels not seen have jumped 21% compared with a year since the pandemic took hold, industry earlier, with hotel rates climbing about experts say.

30% from last year to near what prices The bad news: Airfares and gaso- were before the pandemic. But if you line prices are also reaching highs not wait until the last minute to book a seen in years. flight, you probably will pay as much as Eric Oh, a freelance writer from 45% more, according to Hopper.

Thousand Oaks, is already feeling the The average round-trip domestic pinch. He’s paying about $600 for a airline ticket for the March 7 to March round-trip flight to Orlando, Florida, to 21 period is selling for $290, compared visit Universal Orlando, SeaWorld and with $240 for the same period last year, other theme parks — about $200 more according to Hopper. Travelers who try than he paid a few months ago for a to book at the last minute will face an similar flight. average round-trip ticket price of $365.

“It both surprised me and made The average hotel rate for this me a little upset,” Oh said of the inspring break is $165 per night, comcrease. pared with $129 last year and $148 in Jay Johnson, president of Coast2020, according to Hopper. line Travel Group in Garden Grove, Road trippers are not catching called prices “shocking.” a break either. Already-high gasoline “I’m seeing hotel rates at over prices have been pushed to near-record $1,000 a night for rooms that were less levels due to Russia’s invasion of than $300 in 2019, and people are pay- Ukraine, which has sent shockwaves ing it,” he said. through the oil market. Nationwide, the “Spring break is definitely back,” price of a gallon of gas rose to an averJohnson said, adding that he suspects age of $3.61, about 90 cents higher than travelers are willing to pay a premium a year earlier, with prices in California because they are so desperate to vacaclimbing to $4.82 per gallon, according tion again. to AAA. Nearly 40% of Americans are The reason for the higher prices is planning to travel during spring break, simple supply and demand: pent-up deup from the 29% who said they were mand among vacationers who feel safe traveling for spring break 2021, acto travel after staying close to home cording to a survey commissioned by during most of the pandemic. But airthe vacation rental company Vacasa. lines have yet to add back all the routes The home rental business Vrbo has and seats that were available before the also reported a nearly 50% increase in pandemic took hold in March 2020, demand for vacation homes this spring, when many airlines began parking idled compared with spring of 2021. planes at remote desert airports.

Spring break travel, typically The number of domestic flights in starting in mid-March, kicks off just the U.S. is still 12% below what it was weeks after the Centers for Disease in 2019, with international flights down Control and Prevention said that it 21%, according to Airlines for America, will not longer recommend masking the trade group for the nation’s airlines. in counties where 72% of Americans Hotels, too, have not yet staffed back live. In California, indoor masking will up. no longer be mandatory at schools and In Los Angeles County, hotel child-care facilities after March 11. occupancy rates are expected to range “People planning spring travel are from 68% in March to 78% in July, like bears coming out of hibernation,” compared with rates that ranged from 5

Courtesy of Tribune News Service People dining at Blue Plate Taco in Santa Monica, California, as people take advantage of the warm weather during the COVID-19 Spring break in Southern California on March 29, 2021.

0% in March of 2021 to 76% in July of last year, according to Discover Los Angeles, the county’s tourism board.

Travelers who need a rental car during spring break are expected to pay about $70 a day, about the same as 2021, according to Hopper.

The most booked domestic destinations are Miami; Las Vegas; Los Angeles; as well as Orlando and Fort Lauderdale, Florida, according to the travel website.

At Coastline Travel Group, the hottest ticket is to Hawaii, Johnson said. Hawaii has ended its coronavirus testing requirement for domestic travelers who are fully vaccinated, so U.S. travelers prefer the Aloha State over bookings to Europe, where testing is required, he said.

“We’ve done more business in Hawaii than before the pandemic,” Johnson added.

The U.S. has also started to see an increase in visitors from Europe despite

the testing requirements for international visitors flying to the U.S., said Jeff Karnes, executive vice president at New World Travel in Los Angeles.

Even corporate travel — trips to business conferences and trade shows — has started to bounce back, which is good news for airlines and hotels because business travelers tend to book more expensive airline seats and hotel rooms than leisure travelers.

Oh, the freelance writer, is an ardent theme park enthusiast whose trip to Florida will include rides on several high-thrill roller coasters at SeaWorld and Busch Gardens, plus Mardi Gras festivities at Universal Orlando.

The extra $200 he had to pay for his airline tickets stung, he said, but will be worth it when he gets on those adrenaline-pumping attractions.

“I’ve seen nothing but rave reviews from the new coasters,” Oh said. entertainment.ed@ocolly.com

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ACROSS 1 Frightened cry 4 The-lower-thebetter MLB stat 7 Relay segment 10 James Bond, for one 13 Wannabe IRS agent’s test 15 Glass of “This American Life” 16 Make, as a knot 17 Vitamin capsule material 18 Prayer books 20 Crystal ball gazer 21 “When Harry Met Sally...” screenwriter 23 Turkey roasting instruction 25 Name for a man going either way?

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Today’s Birthday (03/08/22). Imagine and dream new possibilities this year.

Diligent private preparation yields sensational results. Springtime insights inspire creative communications before summer adventures take a twist. Your explorations strike gold this autumn. Edit, revise and adapt communications around winter changes. Realize a bold and inspiring vision.

To get the advantage, check the day’s rating: 10 is the easiest day, 0 the most challenging.

Aries (March 21-April 19) — Today is a 9 — The puzzle pieces are coming together. Intellectual pursuits engage and satisfy. Take notes and write them into something interesting. Creative urges are worth pursuing.

Taurus (April 20-May 20) — Today is a 9 — Extra profits are available. Make sure you’ve laid the groundwork. Strengthen basic support structures. Connect with partners and allies. Push to advance lucrative opportunities.

Gemini (May 21-June 20) — Today is a 9 — Get comfortable in your own skin.

You’re growing stronger. Draw upon hidden resources. Go for what you want with all your heart. Take charge.

Cancer (June 21-July 22) — Today is a 7 — Slow to consider options. Plan your steps before venturing out. Save time and money by avoiding an expensive pitfall.

True your course to your heart.

Leo (July 23-Aug. 22) — Today is an 8 — Advance a community cause. Teamwork can build amazing results. Put together an incredible possibility with friends and allies. Connect and raise the energy level.

Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22) — Today is a 9 — Make a professional move. Strategize which pieces to play and when. Develop an opportunity that inspires your heart.

Start with fundamentals and build out.

Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22) — Today is a 9 — Monitor conditions before launching an exploration. Expand in the direction of least resistance. Manage logistics in detail. Make a delightful long-distance connection.

Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21) — Today is an 8 — Opposites attract. You each have a strength that the other lacks. Coordinate with your partner to apply your talents for best impact. Share the proceeds.

Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21) — Today is an 8 — Collaboration offers ease, comfort and support. Share responsibilities and rewards. Express your gratitude and appreciation. Rely on each other. Romance arises in conversation.

Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19) — Today is a 9 — Physical action gets satisfying results. Get your heart pumping. Practice your moves for higher performance. Expert feedback provides another view. Expand your capabilities.

Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18) — Today is an 8 — Prioritize fun and romance. Enjoy the company of people you love. Relax and enjoy your favorite games and activities. Children share their wisdom.

Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20) — Today is a 7 — Home comforts draw you in. Beautify your surroundings. Clean rooms and closets, and enjoy increased functionality and space. Share something delicious with family.

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‘The Batman’ Review

Courtesy of Tribune News Service Jeffrey Wright (left) as Lt. James Gordon and Robert Pattinson in “The Batman.”

Connor Gray Staff Reporter The words, “I’m Vengeance,” should be warning enough that this is not your average comic book or Batman movie. “The Batman” is like no other Batman movie that has been made and excels at what it is trying to do, making this not only a fantastic Batman film, but an incredible film in general.

Undoubtedly the best aspect of “The Batman” is the mood and tone that director Matt Reeves was able to create for this film’s Gotham City and its inhabitants. Through the portrayal of Gotham City and the citizens, the film makes it clear why it is such a bad place and why it would make a man want to dress up as a bat and try to make a difference.

This is the first time that Batman’s war on crime in Gotham feels as

if it is a losing battle from the beginning. The latest take on the Dark Knight is grim, gritty and at its core is a noir detective story from the likes of which we have never seen pertaining to Batman, the World’s Greatest Detective.

Throughout the entirety of the film, Matt Reeves succeeds in creating tension and at times even crafts scary elements through both the main antagonist and protagonist, Batman and the Riddler.

The performances from all the main cast in “The Batman” are fantastic, but a couple of standouts were Collin Farrell as the Penguin and Paul Dano as the Riddler. It is hard to choose between all the great performances in the film, but Farrell completely transformed both physically and mentally for his role to where you no longer see Collin Farrell; you see Oswald Cobblepot.

Paul Dano plays a terrifying and unhinged Riddler that narrows in on

just how smart, but insane this representation of Edward Nashton is. Robert Pattinson, Zoë Kravitz, Jeffrey Wright and John Turturro are all fantastic in their respective roles as well.

It is impossible to talk about “The Batman” and not mention how beautiful the film is in its entirety. From start to finish, the cinematography is phenomenal and the musical score from composer Michael Giacchino enhances the film in the best ways possible.

“The Batman” also boasts writing that is clever, captivating and at times emotional. In a detective story one of the biggest aspects is mystery. “The Batman” delivered a mystery for the Dark Knight to solve that is full of good twists, while also having great action scenes with stellar choreography and camera work at times.

With all that being said, there are a couple of criticisms of “The Batman.”

The runtime for the film is glaringly long and while I personally did not ever

get tired of anything on screen, I did start to feel the length at a point.

Towards the end it felt as if it could have been shortened just a little bit at least. My last real nitpick for the film is that I did not feel as if there was enough time spent with Bruce Wayne due to most of the runtime being with his alter-ego, Batman. However, a positive aspect of this is that for the first time in a Batman film, Batman is in almost every scene of the movie it seems like.

“The Batman” is a fabulous showcase of what a great film is while also doing justice to the beloved hero in a way that had not been shown on the screen before. I left the theater eagerly wanting to see this film again, despite the runtime, and full of anticipation for the inevitable sequel to “The Batman.”

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