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For this project you will create an Inclusive and Diverse Superhero themed storyboard. You will design your own superhero or villain and create a short storyboard of a scene including your character.
You will also need to explain how you came to the decision this character was inclusive and/or diverse with your design choices.
You will need to submit:
Develop a character that promotes inclusivity and diversity.
Explain how you decided on this character (worksheet)
A storyboard with 8-10 panels (a template will be provided), coloured and outlined
Camera shots, angles and movement labelled
A brief description of what is happening in each panel
WATCH
WATCH
What makes a superhero?
What makes a superhero?
As the creator of a large chunk of the Marvel Universe, Stan Lee knows a thing or two about conjuring new superheroes from thin air. In this instructional and charmingly idiosyncratic talk, Lee shares a few lessons on how to write your own superpowered characters and deploy them in stories that connect with the largest possible audience.
Superhero
noun
a benevolent fictional character with superhuman powers, such as Superman.
― Oxford Languages
CREATING A SUPERHERO
CREATING A SUPERHERO
Character Development
Character Development
What is your characters name?
What is their super power?
What is their secret identity?
Where do they live?
What is their weakness?
Who is their nemesis?
What does their superhero or villain costume look like?
What is a social value they stand for?(eg justice)
building your narrative
building your narrative
Setting? Where is it set? What City?
How was your Superhero born? How did they find out about powers? What do they stand for?
What is the conflict? Who is the antagonist/ villain? What are they trying to do and why?
How is it resolved?
Eg. Brooklyn Present Day
Hero was bitten by a radioactive Spider while on a school trip. They discover their powers while fighting a bully at school. They stand for family and justice.
Villain wants to destroy the city because the city fired him from his career as a scientist. He is angry and wants payback.
Hero and villain face off. Hero tries a peaceful reconciliation while the Villain wants the hero out of the picture. They fight. All seems lost for the Hero, until the city people get behind him and give him the confidence to overpower the villain. The Hero restrains the Villain and escorts him to a justice facility.
diversity and inclusion
diversity and inclusion
Superheroes are popular in movies and comic books, but they don't always reflect the real world. Many superheroes are white men, which doesn't represent the diversity of people in the world. It's important to have superheroes who look like everyone, including people of different races, religions, sexualities, and genders. This kind of representation can help people feel seen and valued.
One way to create diverse and inclusive superheroes is to think about the stories they tell. Superheroes can be used to explore important topics like oppression and discrimination. For example, a superhero of colour could help people understand the challenges faced by people of colour in society. Superheroes can also be used to show that people with disabilities are just as capable as anyone else.
Another way to create diverse and inclusive superheroes is to make sure they are well-written characters. Just because a superhero is diverse doesn't mean they are automatically a good character. It's important to create characters that are interesting and relatable, regardless of their race, gender, or sexuality.
It's also important to make sure that superheroes are represented in a balanced way. There should be a good mix of different types of superheroes, so that everyone feels represented. For example, there shouldn't be too many white male superheroes and not enough superheroes of colour.
Creating diverse and inclusive superheroes is important because it helps to create a more inclusive world. When people see themselves represented in the media, they feel more connected to the world around them. This can lead to a more understanding and accepting society.
Summary
Summary
- Superheroes should represent the diversity of people in the world, including different races, religions, sexualities, and genders.
- Superheroes can be used to explore important topics like oppression and discrimination, and to show that people with disabilities are just as capable as anyone else.
- It's important to create well-written and relatable superhero characters, and to make sure they are represented in a balanced way so that everyone feels included.
Key Words
Key Words
representation (noun)
The way that something is shown or described.
Example Sentence: The painting was a good representation of the artist's style.
discrimination (noun)
Treating a person or group of people unfairly because of their race, religion, gender, etc.
Example Sentence: It is wrong to discriminate against people based on their race.
inclusive (adjective)
Including or covering all the people or things that are relevant.
Example Sentence: The school has an inclusive policy that welcomes students from all backgrounds.
relatable (adjective)
Easy to understand and identify with.
Example Sentence: The characters in the movie were very relatable, and I felt like I could connect with them.
balanced (adjective)
Having different parts or elements in the right proportions.
Example Sentence: The team had a balanced mix of experienced players and rookies.
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