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- Book Review: After the Golden Age by Carrie VaughnOur heroine is a forensic accountant. Her parents are famous superheroes. Family stress hits an all time high when she works on a case involving her parents' arch-nemesis.
- A Dark Commentary on Our Times?: The Dark Knight Rises, Comics, and the American MindBatman has always been about what one dedicated man can do to save the community. The character’s core symbolism refashions established frontier vigilante mythology celebrated throughout our culture.
- A Look at Super Giant, Japan's First Cinematic SuperheroJapan's first onscreen superhero, Super Giant, had his sixth adventure this month 54 years ago in 1958. The black and white film was 'Super Giant - The Spaceship and the Clash of the Artificial Satellite.' It was his last two-part movie serial.
- How 'Superman: The Movie' Launched the Superhero Genre'Superman' went on to be a blockbuster hit and not only launched one of the biggest franchises in Hollywood, but created the superhero film genre. It’s amazing the sort of impact one movie can have on an entire industry.
- The Devolution of a Cape's MindThe thoughts of a superhero communicated through a poem in the sestina form.
- Stan Lee Keeping Busy With Two New Superhero MoviesFor a man of almost 90, Stan Lee shows no signs of slowing down. The legendary comic book writer continues to attend conventions all over and still pens stories, including the recent 3D promotional comic for 'Captain America: The First Avenger.'
- Three Superheroes Overdue for Their Own MoviesIt seems like all of the major (and even some of the minor) superheroes have graced the big screen. However, there are a few who would be ideal who just haven't made it there yet.
- History of Comic Books: Censorship During the 1940s and 1950sComic books as the source material for multi billion dollar movies? No way! You'll realize the magnitude of what goes on here when you read about what went on back there.
- Bollywood Superhero Film 'Ra.One' Gets Mixed Reaction from Critics and AudiencesDo you long for another take on the concept or wonder how a superhero from a different country might do things? Well, Bollywood’s 'Ra. One' has hit American shores to help give us something a bit more unique on the subject.
- Drawing: Illustrating SuperheroesLearn to do's and don'ts of successful superhero illustration.
How to Throw a Superhero Birthday Bash on a Super-Slender BudgetIf you are the parent of a young boy, it's inevitable, you will eventually throw a superhero-themed, birthday party. I have some amazing tips on how to create a superhero bash that's sure to impress even Superman himself.
List of Superheroes in the Avengers MovieThis is a list and description of the superheroes that will be in the new Avengers movie
Superhero Halloween CostumesAny child can be a superhero this Halloween because the costume is so easy to make.- Fun Merchandise and Superhero Toys & CollectiblesIf you are looking for an interesting and profitable hobby, collecting toys is a good idea. Read on how you can get started.
Get Kids to Take Their Medicine like SuperheroesHow can you get your kids to take their “Yucky” medicines? Let's face it, you don't even want to try it yourself. How about the superheroes solution?- Movie Superheroes: Where Did This Surge in Spandex Entertainment Come From? When Will it End?Moviegoers are at the end of a summer filled with comic book reimaginings. Where did this surge in spandex entertainment come from and when will it end?
Awesome Superhero Flicks of 2010Superhero movies typically coincide with the action, fantasy, and sci-fi genres because their audio-visual elements often include heroic characters with superpowers coming from supernatural, scientific, or technological sources.- Top 10 Heroes (Marvel Comics)Hero movies have dominated the summer blockbusters over the past couple of years, from Thor to Captain America. Here are the top 10 Heroes from the Marvel Universe.
Comic Book Superheros Rule the Box Office. But Will the Trend Continue?In less than a decade the comic book superhero movie has become a Hollywood staple. No summer is complete without at least a few big screen adaptations.- Comic Book Superheroes Films by the NumbersThe basic formula of many comic book superhero films like Spiderman, Iron Man, Batman, Green Lantern, and Captain America.
Comic Book Superheroes Unlikely to Become Comic Book Movie FranchisesNot all comic book superheroes have successfully translated into comic book movie heroes. Once all the really famous superheroes have been tried, producers will have to look to lesser known characters. Will any of these superheroes become movie stars?
Sci-Fi and Superheroes: The Winning Combo for Independence DayWhen it comes to the Fourth of July, moviegoers prove over and over that science fiction and superheroes are what they want to go along with their pool parties and backyard barbecues. And Will Smith, too. Here's the proof of that, over the last 20 years.- Green Lantern First Dud Among This Summer's Superhero EpicsThis summer of four superhero movies started out quite well with "Thor" and "X-Men: First Class." But that progress is being balanced out by the increasingly rotten reviews for "Green Lantern," which is hovering at 25 percent on Rotten Tomatoes.
- Beanman - the New SuperheroWhat a gas!
Bad Superhero Films Have Something to Learn from 'X-Men: First Class''X-Men: First Class' is a much anticipated prequel coming to theaters June 3. As successful as the 'X-Men' franchise is in its genre, there have been several superhero films that have not been as lucky. Read on for a few of the worst.
Comic-Book Superhero Crossovers that Hollywood Might Adopt into FilmsThis is a list of popular comic-book characters from various publications that Hollywood studios might cross over in special edition films.- Free Printable Park Heroes Paper CraftsThese nine printable DC Comics paper model superheroes in the shape of "South Park" characters is not your usual paper craft.
- X-Men: First Class to Be Latest Superhero Summer Movie Hit?This summer will be dominated by superheroes, with four major comic book movies released. "Thor" has already made it big, and now "X-Men: First Class" may be bigger -- which puts that much more pressure on "Green Lantern" and "Captain America."
- LeBron James is the Wonder Woman of the Miami Heat SuperheroesLeBron's choice to leave Cleveland will still be a debate despite the Heat winning a championship.
Book Review of "Masks: Rise of Heroes" by Hayden ThorneBook Review of "Masks: Rise of Heroes" by Hayden Thorne, gay superhero YA novel- Chris Hemsworth Vs. The Other Summer SuperheroesChris Hemsworth's Thor is going to have some super competition at the box office this summer in the form of two other comic book movies.
- Job Growth Would Make Unemployed Feel Like SuperheroesA job center in Orlando, Fla., apparently in an attempt to buck up the morale of the unemployed, spent $14,000 to buy 6,000 "superhero capes" as part of a "Cape-a-Bility" program that included a cartoon character, "Dr. Evil Unemployment."
- Product Review: Iomega SuperHero for the IPhone and IPod TouchHave you ever lost all your contact info and digital images due to your phone locking-up, crashing, or maybe even being stolen? Well there is a device that may be able to help you.
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Superhero Surge in RussiaThe supermen and women from Hollywood films seem to have sprung from the screen to Russia's streets, with at least five superheroes surfacing in a number of provincial Russian cities in the last month.- A Day in the Life of a Real Life African SuperheroTells what it is like in Liberia for the real life African superhero Lion Heart.
- 8 Best Female SuperheroesHere's a list of eight incredible female superheroes that really kick butt. The list includes stats and abilities.
Real Life African Superhero Lion Heart from Liberia Has Video on YoutubeTells about a Real Life African Superhero Lion Heart from Liberia who has a video on Youtube
Superhero QuagmireWhat happens when a superhero has an 'off' day? Who picks up the slack?- Watchmen: The Comic BookThis is a college level essay covering the comic book Watchmen. This paper talks about the symbolism, characters, and plot of the comic book.





