New "X-Men" is more of the same
This is a movie about returning to the past, and indeed, in the end, all it really does is tread the same old ground.
"Guardians of the Galaxy" is spacefaring fun
This latest entry in their rapidly expanding universe of comic book adaptations, is a good-natured thrill ride full of fast-paced action and utterly ridiculous humor.
"We3": Pro-animal comic book turns 10
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the publication of We3, a masterful comic book miniseries that considers human exploitation of animals.
Black superheroes forever changed comic books
Adilifu Nama's Super Black: American Pop Culture and Black Superheroes does a great job of introducing many of today's comic book fans with the history of African Americans in comic books and pop culture generally.
What does Wonder Woman mean for 2015?
Gal Gadot, a relatively unknown Jewish Israeli actress, has been cast in the role of Wonder Woman. Some are pondering what a female superhero means in modern times.
“Arrow” takes aim at wealthy elite
This show has, surprisingly, said a lot of things about corporate America that other heroes have been rather tight-lipped on.
“Thor” sequel another hard-hitter
As superhero flicks go, this one is still pretty standard fare for the casual viewer, but that doesn't mean it's not enjoyable.
Marvel unveils new Muslim superheroine
Marvel has introduced a new Ms. Marvel, a 16 year-old Pakistani-American, and the first Muslim superheroine to star in her own mainstream ongoing series.
Has “Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D.” suited up for failure?
The show is interesting in that it offers a behind-the-curtain look at this fantastical world of heroes. But in many ways, it may have missed its mark.
Zap! Pow! Liberator Comics takes up animal rights
The comic presents a powerful storyline involving animal rescuers, and info concerning the plight of animals involved in lab research and corporate farms.
