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A look at the biggest comic book movies that have shaped the genre, including Superman, Batman, and Spider-Man.

Since his creation in the 1930's, Superman has appeared in every major form of media known to man. From comic books to movies, radio shows to the Broadway stage, Superman has been featured in them all.

Superman, Batman, Supergirl, John Constantine -- all characters published by DC Comics, all have headlined their own, more or less, successful movies.

Superman has been one of the world's most beloved superheroes. Now, with the release of Superman Returns making big buzz, more children than ever are asking parents to incorporate the Man of Steel into their birthday celebrations. Do it with style!

The best comic book store in Chicago is Chicago Comics. They have old and new comic books for sale, action figures, statues, T-shirts, and more. Their staff is friendly and reliable.

A short article on one of the most important publishers of comic books, with notes on Batman, Superman, and Elseworlds.

Superman Returns opens and brings up the old debate over who would win a fight between Superman and Batman. Read on to find out why it wouldn't even be close. The Caped Crusader would destroy the Man of Steel.

Having just moved here to Milwaukee and being something of a comic book hound I was interested in finding the best places in the area to get my regular comics "fix".

I grew up with Superman. I had every issue of the comic up until 1969 when I went to the Navy. Unfortunately, my mother discarded them when she cleaned out my room or I would be richer today. But the superman of my youth would be amazed at what television

A look at Dean Cain's guest starring role last week on the CW's Smallville plus a look back at other Clark Kent/Superman actors and the "curse" that haunts them all.

Superman and the other characters from the comic strip and show are loved by fans everyone. Fans who live in Ohio should be especially proud to know that the creators of Superman spent their childhoods in Ohio.

The tiny community of Metropolis, Illinois, decided decades ago that if Superman lived in the fictional city of Metropolis, they would adopt the comic book hero as their own. The town's devotion makes for a fun afternoon of Superman history.

There are many comic book movies that have come out this year. These are a few.

In the Hartford, Connecticut area, there are many fans of comic books,both casual readers and collectors. Presented here, is a guide to the top comic book stores in the Hartford, Ct area.

This is about the good and bad in comic book movies. But mostly revolves around Superman. He has had the most movies both good and bad.

As a die-hard comic book fan, Smallville has impressed me. For the last seven years, the show has done what many who follow sci-fi and fantasy thought was impossible; breathed life back into the failing Superman franchise.

I write for and edit a comic book fan site (www.supermanhomepage.com) so I need to stay abreast of the stories on the comic book page as well as creator gossip. Here are the sites I visit regularly to feel well-informed about the industry.

My spider senses are tingling, it must be the top ten comic book related articles of 2006.

Exactly how true is the television series "Smallville" to the canon established in the comic books, and how much is nothing more than hyperbole created to help boost the ratings? Read on for some "Smallville" allusions to Superman comic books/films, and decide for yourself!

Every kid who read comic books remembers those classic comic book ads, join me on a trip down memory lane.

In today's society comic conventions are often thought of as places for people to dress in costumes and obsess over comics. The truth is that there are plenty of reasons for anyone to give a comicon a chance. There's more than just comics.

The issue that is coveted by any Superman fan is a copy of Action Comics #1. This comic book sells for $250,000 for an unrestored, complete copy in average condition.

Kitson has been a mainstay at DC Comics for years, working on titles such as The Adventures of Superman, The Titans, and JLA: Year One. Currently he's working as the artist on the Legion of Superheroes.

This article outlines the rarest and best of collectible Superman comic books.

You grew up idolizing Spiderman, The X-Men, and Batman comics, you've been drawing since the age of four, and your ultimate dream job is becoming a comic book artist. So, how does one become a comic book artist?

The film "Hollywoodland" speculates that M-G-M Gen. Mgr. E.J. Mannix, famed as "The Fixer", had TV's Superman, George Reeves, killed for having an affair with his wife. There is no hard evidence that Reeves did not, in fact, commit suicide.

This is about the evolution of comics. And the forms they have taken over the years.

Whatever people like to call them, our modern marvels of myth, Superheroes continue to serve our need for magic, wonder and heroic deeds.

Marvel's Bill and Ted comic book series was written and drawn by indie comics legend Evan Dorkin and recieved critical acclaim. This smart, funny series has finally been reprinted in two trade paperback collections.

There are plenty of tricks every writer of comics should know before delving into the comic business. The most important would be in creating a super hero, not an anti-hero like Punisher, but a hero like Batman or Spider Man who all readers, not just adults, can look up to.

A guide to comics for a reader who wants to get into the hobby for the first time (or at least first time since childhood), seeking comics for mature, intelligent readers. Covers both superhero and non-superhero books.

Superman is an iconic hero known the world over, but many people haven't sampled his comic book adventures. Here's the top ten stories you have to check out.

The hometown of DC Comics favorite son is inviting video auditions for a new symbol of truth, justice, and the American way, to portray the Man of Steel during the upcoming 30th annual Superman Celebration June 12-15.

As in the comic books, radio shows, and motion pictures involving our super heroes, so it is in the minds of the human race, that super heroes do not die.

NBC had me interested for months when they started running promos for "Heroes." Would the show live up to the hype? It comes pretty damn close.

Former Aquaman star to play another DC Comics superhero, Green Arrow, on Smallville.

Read on and find out why superheroes like Spider-Man, Batman or Wolverine could be a great costume idea this Halloween

This is a debate that has raged on for as long as these two characters have been in existence. Many think that Superman could win easily, but Batman has things working in his favor that could help him win.

Fans have asked Marvel and DC to have their superheroes battle. This is why it will never happen.

The death of Superman, for a kid growing up in the '50s, was a pretty traumatic event. It made you question life itself.

WWE stars, former champion Kane (who played in the movie SEE NO EVIL) and current champion Batista, who has a new biography out, and WWE Diva Ashley Massaro invaded Season Six of Smallville, catch up!

All six seasons of the original Superman TV series are finally available in one collection of DVDs. If you're able to relish the continual 1950's corn, this is for you!

Part one of a trivia quiz about the comic book character Superman

The second part (answers) to a Superman trivia quiz

Superman Returns is the latest incarnation of the story of the iconic superhero. While very beautiful on the screen, the film has a number of flaws.

Television Review.

If you want a break from the bad news that's been spanning the globe lately, go see the latest Superman flick, "Superman Returns". It combines many elements of previous efforts in new ways reflecting 21st century sensibilities.

Who makes the better comic book? Well it depends on what you like.

Jim Lee is back and this time he's teamed up with acclaimed writer Jeph Loeb to create one of the best Batman comics of all time.

Smallville's seventh season takes flight next Thursday and with the premiere the show will be introducing another classic piece of the Superman mythos to the show, Supergirl.

DC Comics recently announced that they were bringing back the fairly unknown character Batwoman. Oh yeah, and she's going to be a lesbian.

Comic books have given us characters who have become icons, such as Superman, Batman, Spider-man, and more. However, they have drawn themselves into a corner by creating characters who cannot die, and have had their stories redone multiple times.

"Superman Returns" starring Brandon Routh and Kate Bosworth is an enjoyable family movie that is visually stunning.

Movie review of Superman Returns.

Why I like Clark Kent better than his alter ego, Superman.

After years of waiting for a new Superman film, we as fans were finally granted one. It's a shame this one was so boring and devoid of action. It's much more of a "chick flick" as, unfortunately, it focuses mainly on Superman's love life with Lois.

Movie Review

An article discussing the power of Faith, and the importance of belief in a time of need. The articlue discusses the parallel between superheroes and God.

Whether it's as the mad scientist of the 40's, the Spandex clad super-villian of the 70's, or the corrupt billionaire of the 80's and 90's, Lex Luthor has always reflected the changing ways in which America view criminality and evil.

I love comic books but there are a few things that annoying me including the death and return of comic book characters.

Ok, I admit it: after I tuck in my daughter and kiss my wife goodnight, I retreat back into the small studio in the back of my house and…start drawing comic books! I've been illustrating "The Adventures of Jasmin" for about 11 years now.

At least six comic book movies are slated for release in 2007, making the year appear to be a good one for comic book fans.

Recent years have been good for the comic book and graphic novel to film adaptations such as the hugely popular SPIDER-MAN (2002) and X-MEN (2000) franchises not to mention the more low-key GHOST WORLD (2001) and A HISTORY OF VIOLENCE (2005).

The pop culture of the Smurfs hasn't really ended, though seeing a big-scale Smurf movie is going to create a lot of buzz. Considering the rich story potentials in the that universe, let's hope producers will dip into the original Belgian comic strip for inspiration...

Fanboys have several excellent options for getting their comic book fix in Manhattan. Whether you're looking for a hard-to-find back issue, or just trying to keep up with your X-Men books, Manhattan's best comic book shops can accommodate your needs.

Hollywood is going to continue to make movie adaptations of comic books. These are some of the comic book adaptations you'll see very soon.

While this movie is packed with action and special effects the emotion has been sucked out of a powerful and emotional story

"Wimbledon Green", the latest graphic novel work by the artist known as "Seth", is an entertaining trifle of a story… but probably of minor interest to anyone but dyed-in-the-wool comic book collectors of a certain age.

Author/journalist Hannibal Tabu interviews the artist formerly known as Jim Owsley about the industry, working at the two biggest publishers in the field and the challenges of being a creator of color.

The great thing about buying gifts for comic book fans and collectors is that a comic book store will usually yield dozens, if not hundreds, of great gift ideas.

Comic books are the in thing for studios to grab. Everything is there, plot, characters, villains. Here's the top ten list:

Comic books can be great. This essay explores the aspects of the best comic books.

This is a look back at some of the comic books released during the week of July 1st - July 7th.

Hollywood is making a lot of movies based on comic books and video games this year. But which adaptations are better? Video games or comic books?

Comic books are enjoying a new surge in popularity. Sometimes you just can't help but to relive some facets of your childhood......

The best Hollywood adaptations of classic comic books and graphic novels.

This is a short guide to the upcoming movies that are based on comic books.

They may be associated with the BIFF! BANG! and POW! of superhero antics, but in their long history comic books have tackled every subject imaginable, as Matt Hill discovers

By some miracle, Art Spiegelman managed to avoid both sensationalizing and trivializing the Holocaust when he used it has fodder for two groundbreaking comic books.

Just like any good movie, television show, or book it's not good enough to just have a compelling main character. You need good supporting characters for your main characters to interact with. Here are some of the best supporting characters in comic books.

With the March release of 300, Hollywood has continued the recent trend of turning comic books into mega-budget films. The question is, why?

After failing to get a movie sequel off the ground, Buffy creator Joss Whedon moved his characters into the realm of comic books. The first issue has turned out to be an enormous success.

A list of my favorite comic blogs, from the funniest to the most informative.

An interview with comic book veteran writer, Ron Fortier.

Mortal Kombat's next video game will be a throwdown against DC Comics. Which characters should be in the game?

A run-down of DC Comics movies currently in production.

For a fan of Superman comic books, the cream of the collectible crop is undoubtedly the one publication that precedes volume one, issue one, Action Comics #1, valued at a stunning $1,360,000 (yes, that is a comma, not a decimal point!).

Comic books that are several hundred pages long that deal with relationships and family are not that far fetched. In fact you'd be surprised what material is available outside the USA.

The most important character in the field of comic books has always been a favorite of mine. This article explains why Batman deserves all the respect and popularity he has.

There are plenty of comics we all wish we owned, whether they be small press or from the major publishers. This column points you in the right direction on good comic buys.

In this discussion, I will elate a key question in comic books, whether they are art or not. There have been many respectable films based on comic books

One of the biggest storylines in comics this year was the death of Captain America. Where does it rank among greatest comic book deaths?

With its complex system or worlds and timelines, this article lists ways DC can be more accomodating to newer readers.