Its just that the scores lack that extra something that creates a lasting memory.
But beyond that, the MCU has struggledand not for lack of trying.
Theres a desire to make something great from all involved.
Finally, though, it feels like the MCU has turned over a new leaf.
Then Marvel Studiosreallyramped it up a few notches withMark Mothersbaughs wild, dynamicThor: Ragnarokscore.
Mothersbaugh was handpicked by directorTaika Waititi, and the formerDevofrontmans sensibilities meshed perfectly withRagnaroks goofy style.
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So what changed?
Why did Marvel all of a sudden find a way to make memorable scores?
Primarily I think the missing ingredient was ambition.
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The other contributing factor may have been the dissolution of the Marvel Creative Committee.
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