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And in the upcoming film ‘Spider-Man: Homecoming’, one can expect more badass drama. According to Movie News Guide, this joint production of Marvel Studios and Columbia Pictures, has a great cast, which was announced at the recently-held San Diego Comic-Con. It will star Tom Holland as Peter Parker aka Spiderman and others include Marisa Tomei, Robert Downey Jr., Tony Revolori, Tyne Daly, Zendaya, Bokeem Woodbine, Donald Glover, Jacob Batalon, and Laura Harrier. The roles of other cast members…

Superman may have started as a comic character, but he has evolved greatly in the 75+ years since he first appeared in a graphic novel in 1938 as well as in film. With reference to Superman: The Movie (1978) and Man of Steel, the evolution of the filmic technology and of the particular film will be discussed. If one has to analyse the posters, one can clearly see the change and evolution of filmic technology evident in these films. In posters 1 and 2, there are minimal details of Superman and…

The Hulk is a fictional superhero created by writer Stan Lee and artist Jack Kirby, who first appeared in the debut issue of the comic book The Incredible Hulk in May 1962 published by Marvel Comics. In his comic book appearances, the character is both the Hulk, a green-skinned, hulking and muscular humanoid possessing a vast degree of physical strength, and his alter ego Bruce Banner, a physically weak, socially withdrawn, and emotionally reserved physicist, the two existing as personalities…

Although the world already knows most of the major roles in the upcoming DC flick Suicide Squad, some characters are still shrouded in mystery. There have been several speculations about Common’s character in the film since he was spotted on the Suicide Squad set covered in tattoos, but will the former rapper actually portray the villainous Tattooed Man? Common recently spoke to Complex, where he was asked to comment on his Suicide Squad character. “My role is basically a character who is in…

You won’t find a single person on this planet who has gotten off a plane without a major grievance to be sympathized over. That’s exactly this artist has done, in his own, humorous way. Christoph Niemann is a doodle aficionado and his a well established illustrator and author. His work has appeared on the covers The New Yorker, Time, Wired, The New York Times Magazine and American Illustration. As illustrious as his career has been so far, Niemann still enjoys making fun and smart drawings from…

before they tried to introduce her. A second attempt was with the Netflix Marvel series, Jessica Jones where Jessica’s best friend was originally going to be Carol. This was ultimately changed to Trish Walker - better known as Patsy Walker in the comics. Additionally, Captain Marvel will receive her own film first before she entered the world of the Avengers in the yet-to-be titled fourth film. According to reports, Captain Marvel will be have a similar premise to DC’s Green…

Macie Robinson WLC Honors OTH Essay Batman! Superman! Spiderman! When I was younger, these were the classic superheros. They could save the world and make it a better place, that is what a hero is. How about a twisted hero? We have all gone through times when we have done something wrong and regret it, but does it have to affect us in the long run? That is what a twisted hero is, a person who has potential but has a poor self image. A twisted hero is someone who has gone…

responsibilities that the superhero must convey to its community. Costume is also an element of aesthetic gratification, which is often used in order to exemplify the human physique. The superheroin costume is a controversial subject matter in the film and comic industry. Sexualisation amongst female characters is often brought to the attention of the audience; movies have been condemned by film critics because of the feminization that characters are subjected to. “The contemporary action…

“Superheroes build independence, citizens are dependent on superheroes.” Whether you want to believe that is up to you right? For me I choose not to believe that because superheroes are not independent whether its batman or a family member, even a friend. For example, Batman has Alfred or his sidekick Robin, which are his support. Everyone needs support during games, doing homework or even change your perspective on the world. I was one of the many people that needed the support to change my…

Who really was Captain America, the man of the shield? Steve Rogers who later becomes known as Captain America goes through a transformation of being an ordinary man to becoming a well known super hero who saves the world from it’s ultimate demise. We will see the transformation of this man as he changes in Captain America the first Avenger. Steve rogers who will later on become know as Captain America lived in New York during the time of World War II. Steve rogers’ parents served in the army…