Representation Superheros in Genre Case Study

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March 2, 2023

The two popular comic book publishers, DC and Marvel, have created some of the most well known and loved characters. Marvel, in partnership with Disney, has created the X-men franchise, The Avengers, Spiderman, Guardians of the Galaxy, and more. Its largest competitor in the superhero genre is DC who is partnered with the Warner Brothers. DC has created Superman, Batman, Green Lantern, and Gotham. Aside from larger companies such as these two, the author Alan Moore also created many pieces of media in the superhero genre such as V for Vendetta, Watchmen, and From Hell. Frank Miller, an American comic book writer, has also created well known work such as 300, Sin City, and Elektra. Both Alan Moore and Frank Miller have a less comfortable relationship with Hollywood and have disowned the film versions of their own work. Aside from larger companies and certain authors, some of this genre is taken up by low budget independent film producers. Some of these movies include Scott Pilgrim vs the World, Chronicle, and Kick Ass. While all of these producers are different, they have all created different superhero's that people enjoy. Oftentimes, superheroes are created to represent a certain time period or happening in history. An example of this is Superman's battles against the wealthy businessman Lex Luther. These battles were created to represent the Great Depression and the blame on capitalists. Another example of this are the X Men mutants and how they were seen as freaks. This was a metaphor for the problems people face with homophobia and racism.