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Black Comic Book Creators At DC You Should Know
Cultural comic book icons like Green Lantern, Batman, and even Plastic Man were created by white writers in the 1930s and 1940s. However, the scope of inspiration and imagination in maintaining those heroes was expanded in large part by creators of color, without whose influence the DC Universe would be a far less fulfilling world to visit. While there are several comic book heroes from Trevor Von Eeden’s pioneering work on Black Lightning to Damian Scott’s impressive run on Batgirl, let’s home in on five specific black creators’ contributions to DC’s long history.
By Culture Slate4 years ago in Geeks
Landmark Comic Book Storylines Part 1: The 60s
The past 15 years of comic-related movies and TV series have turned untold numbers of people into comic books fans. But where can they find the stories the movies and shows are based on? Well, the bad news is most of those stories took were published decades ago. The good news is, they've all been collected and reprinted multiple times, and this article will show you where to look.
By Gene Lass5 years ago in Geeks
My Top Five Webtoons. Top Story - March 2022.
I downloaded the app Webtoon a few years ago now. I've always enjoyed reading and this app offered a new way to read interesting stories on the go- without needing to worry about preserving an actual book from my adventure. My cousins and I all enjoyed reading the app's contents and shared many favorite comics. It was a bonding moment for us you could say, especially when we would gush to each other after finishing a newly released chapter. I'll be honest, novels are more to my liking than comics but the stories that I found on this app were so original and interesting that I couldn't help being sucked in. The best thing about this app? It's a platform for aspiring graphic novelists that actually offer a chance of recognition- if your comic is good enough to pull readers in.
By A. Keson5 years ago in Geeks
My Top Ten Women in Comics. Top Story - March 2022.
Here’s a story, of a set of lovely ladies. Who were more than meets the average eye. They were faster than the Flash, and better than Batman. But no one seemed to want to give them a try. Still one day these ladies hit the big screen In one grand MCU extravaganza! Black Widow, Scarlet Witch, and the Wasp. But what about the rest?
By Bunny 5 years ago in Geeks
The Batman
“Fear is a tool. When that Light hits the sky, it's not just a Calling. It’s a Warning.” Robert Pattinson warns the thugs of Gotham as he puts on the iconic cape in the hard-boiled Neo-noir-inspired, The Batman. Directed and co-written by Matt Reeves and with cinematography by Greig Fraser, the film is set in year two, as Batman is hunting down the Riddler, a serial killer who preys on the city's elite and expose the corruption in Gotham. The film is being praised for the performances, cinematography, art direction, action sequences, and story, which are rightly deserved. However, the audience may feel a little underwhelmed with the new caped crusader's film.
By Louis Mihael5 years ago in Geeks
Spider_Man: No Way Home a Metamodern Superhero Film
Spider-Man: No Way Home is a metamodernist film. That may sound confusing to some, so let's go through why this film is one of the metamodern superhero films of 2021. What exactly is metamodernism? Metamodernism, an alternative to post modernism, took form over the internet in the early 2000s especially on websites such as 4chan and reddit. It involves a self awareness of irony along with the seriousness that led to post modernism becoming relevant as different ways of comprehending society's shifting modes of communication and identity. Those that use technology to explore their consciousness and express thoughts in various forms of media inspired this movement. Today, shortly after the release of Spider-Man: No Way Home, another film that embraces meta treatments in the pop culture realm by telling a story about the millennial generation, we will be exploring why No Way Home can be understood as a metamodern superhero film
By tacaj255 years ago in Geeks
Werewolf
When Randolf awoke, the house was silent and bright sunshine was peaking through the window. It took him a moment to clear his foggy mind and remember the events of the night before. How did he sleep so hard when he was so worried about Klara? Randolf scowled slightly, knowing Iskra must have put a spell on the room to keep out any sound that would awaken him. Randolf quickly stretched his aching muscles, pulled his hair back with some twine, then descended the stairs to the lower level. He frowned when he saw the beds empty and didn’t hear a sound in the house. Klara could not possibly be in good enough condition to be walking around so soon. Trying not to panic, he went outside then heard a commotion a few houses away and found a small gathering of wolves around one particular home. It was shimmering with fairy magic, meant to keep anyone at bay.
By Katie Hammerbeck5 years ago in Geeks
Werewolf
Randolf couldn’t help but smile a little when the two left the room. Faelan was the perfect wolf to help the princess heal, no one was kinder or more gentle. Klara whimpered in pain while Iskra lifted the bandages and Randolf flinched. Even after much healing, large chunks were missing from where Gerrick’s teeth had ripped through, leaving ugly divots and mangled flesh.
By Katie Hammerbeck5 years ago in Geeks
Werewolf
Her voice caught but she continued. “I can’t…I can’t shame their memory again.” “Damn it Klara,” Randolf said firmly. “You’ve shamed no one! You’ve worked hard to become a great hunter and fighter…!”
By Katie Hammerbeck5 years ago in Geeks
The MCU's Next Thanos
The MCU has given Marvel fans one spectacular movie after another over the course of the last decade and a half. Along with that run of amazing films, Marvel Studios has also given us one of the greatest villains in the entire history of cinematography.., Thanos. The "Mad Titan" storyline was over 10 years in the making and the final payoff was not only well deserved but also one that will be remembered for decades. However, now that the character's reign of terror within the MCU has come and gone, fans are dying to know who the next "boss villain" be for the Marvel Cinematic Universe. The following is a list of 3 prime candidates who could go on to fill that role.
By Carlos Guerra5 years ago in Geeks
I Turned One of My Favorite Marvel Heroes into a DND Character!
From the moment my father taught me about the Marvel universe, I knew it would become an obsession until my last day. From stunning characters like Spiderman, to the excellent X-Men, and even the Avengers, I fell in love with super heroes and their stories. I only fell deeper down the rabbit hole when I was first introduced to Dungeons and Dragons.
By M.N. Negus5 years ago in Geeks
The 1950s Science Fiction Podcast: S2 E6
Introduction: Hello and welcome back to the podcast. I hope my show has been interesting to you so far, and you are a returning listener. Today's topic is Kenton of the Star Patrol. I discussed this pre-code comic hero who appeared in Stange Worlds comics in the early 50s; in episode 3, season 1 of the podcast. I will look at some of his stories and review each one. I recently downloaded a compilation of adventures in the digital comic museum; this will be my source material.
By Edward German5 years ago in Geeks