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10 Supervillain Adaptations That Were Actually True to the Comics

2 months ago | msn.com | Justin Smalls

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10 Supervillain Adaptations That Were Actually True to the Comics

2 months ago | cbr.com | Michael Shannon |Justin Smalls

comic books Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account A comic book superhero can rise or fall in the public consciousness based on the strength of their adaptations. A great movie or cartoon can elevate a character to iconic status, much like Batman's surge in popularity starting in the 1980s following the success of Tim Burton's Batman. Likewise, a lackluster adaptation can sour fans on a character for years. Amid discussions about the quality and impact of...
10 Superhero Rogues Galleries That Desperately Need a Complete Revamp

2 months ago | cbr.com | Justin Smalls

superheroes Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account Superheroes are defined, in large part, by their villains. These super-adversaries represent the contrasting viewpoints to the hero's mission, which can create deeper thematic tension than simple brawls with bank robbers. But like the heroes they oppose, supervillains go through periods of waning popularity and sometimes wind up falling out of favor with audiences. A hero doesn’t always need a completely new...
10 Superhero Adaptations That Were Actually True to the Comics

Jan 22, 2025 | cbr.com | Justin Smalls

superheroes Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account Getting into comic books can seem like an overwhelming task from the outside, especially when considering the sheer number of stories there are for any given superhero. Due to the intimidation comics cause, fans often opt to engage with characters through adaptations instead. Films and television shows, both animated and live-action, have helped preserve the legacy of these heroes by drawing from the most...
The 10 Best Superhero Costume Redesigns of All Time

Jan 21, 2025 | cbr.com | Justin Smalls

superheroes Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account Superhero costumes help deliver a visual mission statement about the hero and their world. Some costumes, like Spider-Man's or the Fantastic Four's, are so well-designed that they've endured for decades after the characters' debuts. Others have evolved over time, undergoing various stylistic changes before arriving on a version that resonates with fans. Sometimes an artist introduces a design philosophy that...
10 of the Best Legacy Characters in Superhero Comics

Jan 11, 2025 | cbr.com | Justin Smalls

superheroes Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account The comic book landscape of the modern age is radically different from that of the 1990s. For one, comics and superhero media are more widely accepted in pop culture, and their media adaptations have risen exponentially. However, a deeper examination reveals that the comic landscape is stuck in a holding pattern, constantly recycling to keep characters evergreen for new readers, never straying too far from what...
10 Incredible Superhero Costumes That Were Perfect From the Beginning

Jan 10, 2025 | cbr.com | Justin Smalls

superheroes Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account Superhero costumes are meant to be a mission statement about the wearer. A great superhero costume can tell you everything you need to know about the hero and their intentions. Superman's bold, circus-inspired uniform is meant to stand out; Batman's imposing suit is crafted to intimidate, and Spider-Man's full-body outfit creates a sense of separation between him and the world. Designing a superhero costume is no...
The Best Spider-Man Side Characters With No Powers

Jan 9, 2025 | cbr.com | Justin Smalls

Spider-Man Follow Followed Link copied to clipboard Sign in to your CBR account Peter Parker, the Amazing Spider-Man, has some of the most iconic and well-rounded cast of side characters in all comic book history. Being a side character doesn't diminish one's importance; rather, it just means that they are not the person whose name is on the cover, and they exist to help give that title character some added weight and dimension. With that broad description, the cast of characters introduced...
Superhero Adaptations That Weren't Faithful to the Comics

Jan 7, 2025 | cbr.com | Justin Smalls

Marvel Cinematic Universe These adaptations failed to show their inspiration from the source material. Script by Justin Smalls and video edited by Alfred Shalaku.
The Best Justice League Lineups of All Time, Ranked

Dec 11, 2024 | cbr.com | Justin Smalls

The Justice League is made up of some of the world's greatest superheroes, rarely failing in their quest to protect the people of Earth from the forces of evil. Throughout its history, the Justice League has featured some of the most popular—and most obscure—heroes in DC Comics. Nearly every era of DC's publishing has had its own version of the League, and each team reflects the history of the moment. Which heroes were blocked from joining the team by the editorial office?