"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.
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.
“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.
"Wolverine" sequel is much sharper than the first
The follow-up to the abysmal 2009 X-Men Origins: Wolverine, which royally ticked off fans and critics alike, The Wolverine fixed everything that was wrong with the eponymous character's story.
Occupy Comics: a comic book for the 99 percent
Occupy Comics features engaging pinups, including a centerfold by David Mack portraying the Guy Fawkes mask made popular by Alan Moore.
"Iron Man 3" is more about the man behind the armor
In Iron Man 3, the rich playboy's arrogance costs him and those he cares about dearly.
Anti-gay Superman writer sparks outrage
"Young Americans look to Superman as a champion of justice. Anti-gay extremists should be a serous concern to these Americans. It is peculiar that DC Comics would decide to bring [the two] together."
