Analyzing the shared issue behind the WGA strike and Amazing Spider-Man’s troubles: a disconnect between entertainment and audience preferences.
Category: Comics Opinion
[Op-Ed] The Trouble With Jon Kent
This week, DC Comics released the last issue in the Jon Kent/Superman mini-series, Adventures of Superman: Jon Kent #6. How was it? Let’s just say it was as disappointing as Jon Kent’s…
[Op-Ed] The End Of Krakoa Is A Good Thing
Exploring the positive impact of changes in X-Men comics and the potential end of Krakoa era. A revitalizing shift for fans.
[Op-Ed] Gatekeeping Is Good
Gatekeeping is essential for preserving character identity and consistency in DC Comics. A critical analysis of the recent Hawkgirl comic.
[Op-Ed] ComicCons Are Dead! Long Live… ?
The publisher lineup for this year’s San Diego ComicCon was announced this week (see link below), and the list is especially notable because of the number of publishers choosing NOT to attend…
How to Create Memorable Characters for Your Comic Book
Learn how to create memorable characters for your comic book. This tutorial covers character design tips, developing backstories, and establishing motivations.
[Op-Ed] Are comics for kids?
No… Yes… Well, maybe. Honestly, it depends. Are all comics on the market today exclusively meant for children? Of course not. That would be an absurd conclusion to draw. A kid should…
The 15 Most Dangerous Superman Villains on Screen
Superman is one of the most iconic and beloved superheroes of all time. Created in 1938 by Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster, Superman has entertained readers and viewers for over 80 years….
[Op-Ed] Can Rey “Skywalker” be saved?
Yes. Yes, she can. Rey “Skywalker,” for you non-Star Wars fans out there, is the central protagonist from the most recent three films in the Star Wars saga, produced by Lucasfilm under…
The 15 Greatest Spider-Man Villains of All Time
I. Introduction Spider-Man is one of the most iconic superheroes in popular culture, known for his unique abilities, witty humor, and relatable personality. Created by Stan Lee and Steve Ditko in 1962,…