comics
From Marvel to DC, Geeks explores the popular and independant comic titles in the geek universe.
Human Target and How the Forgotten DC TV Show Would Succeed Today
DC Comics have been represented in live action form on television since Adventures of Superman aired in 1952. There are currently 9 shows airing that are based on DC Comics, while in the 90s there were 5. If you look at a timeline of DCTV shows, you'll notice a gap between 1997, when Lois & Clark: The New Adventures of Superman ended, and 2012, when Arrow began. During that 15 year period, only 3 DCTV shows aired: Birds of Prey, Human Target, and Smallville. Smallville was an iconic show that kept audiences (mostly) entertained for 10 seasons. Because Smallville was such a success, people rarely remember Birds of Prey or Human Target. Human Target only lasted 2 seasons but I truly believe if it aired today, and not on FOX, it would be a hit.
By Jason Schwartz9 years ago in Geeks
LEGIONS OF MUTANTS
By @KurtChristenson When X-Men debuted back in 1963, the original concept of mutants was a metaphor for the Civil Rights Movement, with Professor X preaching the peaceful integration of Martin Luther King Jr., versus the radical idealism of Magneto’s Brotherhood of (Evil) Mutants and Muslim Human Rights Activist Malcolm X. Coming out as a mutant was a great equalizer as anyone, of any race or religion, of any nationality, could be one and we could overcome those differences by embracing our individual genetic uniqueness.
By Kurt Christenson9 years ago in Geeks
We Need A Haiku To Save Us: Batman
Haiku's are sparingly used, and if they are it's usually some form of satire. The elegant simplicity of a haiku lends itself to mockery and bawdiness, which leaches the sincerity out of an ancient respected form of prose. My goal is to bring the Haiku back to legitimate literature circles, and what better what to do that then to focus on something near to me, and a huge part of our zeitgeist: Super Heroes. These titans are at their zenith of influential power right now, with their action grip clenched on the silver screen, and our hearts. Read the first installment here.
By Derek Heid9 years ago in Geeks
X-Men Films Ranked From Worst to Best
Fewer film franchises have lasted as long as the X-Men films. Over the course of nine movies, they have thrilled children and adults alike, made superheroes relevant again, and offered thought provoking commentary on society.
By Anthony Gramuglia9 years ago in Geeks
Tig Notaro's "One Mississippi"
With the advent of many streaming services such as Netflix, Hulu and Amazon, many artists have been given the opportunity to create original content that might not otherwise be seen by audiences. Of the many original series available for streaming online, many, such as “F is for Family,” “Master of None” and others were created by comedians. With the creative freedoms afforded by internet services, streaming series are able to tackle issues and subjects that might not be readily approved on network television.
By Frederick Park9 years ago in Geeks
5 Comic Book Movies that Combined Two Characters into One
With the rise of Comic Book movies, film studios are granted access to an immense library of characters. More often than not, directors and screenwriters take the elements of some of these characters and implement them into another for their vision. Here are five examples that, intentionally or not, combined two characters into a single one for their cinematic debut.
By Joachim Heijndermans9 years ago in Geeks
How Batman Would Defeat the Justice League
There are many facets of Batman that make him formidable. While his training and gadgets are important, his skills as a tactician are what really make him stand out. His ability to outthink his opponent is what elevates him to superhero status. However, Batman is as paranoid as he is brilliant, and that means he always has a backup plan. He is always prepared for the worst, even within the Justice League of America. This paranoia is on full display in the comic JLA: Tower of Babel.
By Jason Schwartz9 years ago in Geeks
Top 10 Judge Dredd Stories
Set mostly after the Atomic Wars of 2070, the population of the USA is contained within three enormous mega cities, one on each coast – east, west and the Gulf of Mexico – and each home to about a billion citizens. The only thing that prevents civilization from descending into chaos and destroying itself is the savage arm of the law. Called the Judges, they are the police and they are the military. 2000AD also features many other characters in totally different scenarios, but its main star is one particular Judge, Joseph Dredd, who serves in the huge Mega-City One that covers the entire eastern seaboard.
By Scott Snowden9 years ago in Geeks
Best Superhero Catchphrases
Superhero catchphrases say a lot about a character. They represent the character’s origin and who they are as a person. Depending on the character, their catchphrase could give them their powers or just small doses of comic relief. The most feared and powerful superheroes in Marvel and DC history also have some of the most popular superhero catchphrases.
By Patricia Sarkar9 years ago in Geeks
Best Crime Comic Book Series
There's something about comic books that tends to make them seem wholesome–maybe its the colorful cartoons, or the fact that superhero comics almost always end up with a happy resolution, or perhaps it's just the automatic association my brain makes between comics and adolescence. But make no mistake–if you take out the superheroes from the worlds that they occupy, the storylines can indeed be incredibly twisted, dark and violent. Some of the best crime comic book series draw upon real life crime stories, or works from other media and portray villains that mean serious harm.
By Rachel G. David9 years ago in Geeks
6 Marvel Characters Who Need Their Own TV-Show
Marvel's rise in the film and television scene has been staggering, with movie after movie and tv-show after tv-show hitting it big. It is noticeable how critically acclaimed their tv-exploits have been, with the Netflix shows “Daredevil”, “Jessica Jones” and “Luke Cage” being among the most watched series on the service. And they've shown no signs of stopping, with the upcoming “Iron Fist” and “Defenders” shows generating copious amounts of buzz, as well as the recent announcement of the “Cloak and Dagger” and “Runaways” shows having been greenlit.
By Joachim Heijndermans9 years ago in Geeks
