then again, it may be related to the fact that in superhero movies there is CGI, and things you don’t see by just looking at the window (even if the plot sucks)
OOooohhhh, you just primed this comic book geek’s pump, Betty.
I learned a lot from comics.
Superman – even the most super person, the most invulnerable person has weaknesses – and your enemies will stop at nothing to exploit it. Not only be super, but be super vigilant.
Batman – there are better methods to taking down your enemies by using guns and killing.
Spider-man – with great power comes great responsibility.
Iron Man – you could be super-smart and have tons of money, but that all don’t mean squat if you don’t keep and treat your friends with love and respect. And don’t use alcohol as a crutch.
Wonder Woman – It’s ok for a woman to be strong, tall, brave and self-reliant – and leave the safety of home (despite the fact that your mother is a god and would rather see you stay home, nice and safe on the island) and take on an adventure. You can go against your parents’ wishes, just be smart about it.
Hate! – Buddy Bradley taught me that one need not be super to be a hero. Hell, you need not be a hero to be a hero. Heck you need not have to play the hero to be the hero. Or you need not be the hero at all.
Judge Dredd – Respect the law. Or else.
X-Men – it’s okay to be different. Others might not like you because you are different, others may condemn you for being different. What’s important is that you use your uniqueness and different-ness as a force for good. You may not get riches, power and fame, but you’ll always find good company – and also, being different means that you are not alone, even though it often feels that way. Seek out people who are different like yourself. Be a leader.
Teen Titans – everyone is special. Be proud, but be good.
The Incredibles – everyone is special, which means that no one is special. Remain humble.
Squirrel-Girl – find alternate means to vanquish your enemies over violence. And just be awesome to your friends.
She-Hulk – The world loves a 7 foot tall, beautiful, green woman with a sense of humour.
Hulk – Keep that temper in check, lest it rule you. You can be your own worst enemy.
Daredevil – people with disabilities have incredible strength – never, ever underestimate them. Ever.
Ubintold over 8 years ago
How about they inspire us to be good and do good ?
Carl Premium Member over 8 years ago
After there is nothing to learn in the concept of hero, its just not done.
The Reader Premium Member over 8 years ago
Superheroes. Isn’t there something about power bills and your responsibility for paying them?
Toonerific over 8 years ago
Well Betty, there’s ever the chance that he thinks you’re a superhero too.
redback over 8 years ago
then again, it may be related to the fact that in superhero movies there is CGI, and things you don’t see by just looking at the window (even if the plot sucks)
Thomas Linquist over 8 years ago
http://www.artofmanliness.com/2016/01/12/how-superheroes-movies-and-video-games-taught-me-to-conquer-fear
The best explanation of the reason comic book heroes still have relevence.
slsharris over 8 years ago
I think more people would understand if superhero fans actually looked like they wanted to emulate the best qualities f their heroes.
jwondga over 8 years ago
OOooohhhh, you just primed this comic book geek’s pump, Betty.
I learned a lot from comics.
Superman – even the most super person, the most invulnerable person has weaknesses – and your enemies will stop at nothing to exploit it. Not only be super, but be super vigilant.
Batman – there are better methods to taking down your enemies by using guns and killing.
Spider-man – with great power comes great responsibility.
Iron Man – you could be super-smart and have tons of money, but that all don’t mean squat if you don’t keep and treat your friends with love and respect. And don’t use alcohol as a crutch.
Wonder Woman – It’s ok for a woman to be strong, tall, brave and self-reliant – and leave the safety of home (despite the fact that your mother is a god and would rather see you stay home, nice and safe on the island) and take on an adventure. You can go against your parents’ wishes, just be smart about it.
Hate! – Buddy Bradley taught me that one need not be super to be a hero. Hell, you need not be a hero to be a hero. Heck you need not have to play the hero to be the hero. Or you need not be the hero at all.
Judge Dredd – Respect the law. Or else.
X-Men – it’s okay to be different. Others might not like you because you are different, others may condemn you for being different. What’s important is that you use your uniqueness and different-ness as a force for good. You may not get riches, power and fame, but you’ll always find good company – and also, being different means that you are not alone, even though it often feels that way. Seek out people who are different like yourself. Be a leader.
Teen Titans – everyone is special. Be proud, but be good.
The Incredibles – everyone is special, which means that no one is special. Remain humble.
Squirrel-Girl – find alternate means to vanquish your enemies over violence. And just be awesome to your friends.
She-Hulk – The world loves a 7 foot tall, beautiful, green woman with a sense of humour.
Hulk – Keep that temper in check, lest it rule you. You can be your own worst enemy.
Daredevil – people with disabilities have incredible strength – never, ever underestimate them. Ever.
Sheila Hardie over 8 years ago
Why is she being so judgy?
dunedin15 over 8 years ago
With his Fortress of Solitude, I have a suspicion that Clark Savage Jr. was partially an inspiration for Clark Kent, aka Kal-El.