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The Publication History of Supergirl: Origins, Evolutions, and Reinventions

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The Publication History of Supergirl: Origins, Evolutions, and Reinventions
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Supergirl is one of DC Comics’ most enduring yet frequently reimagined characters. Since her debut in the Silver Age, she has undergone multiple origin resets, name changes, power reinterpretations, and tonal shifts. These changes reflect broader trends in superhero comics, shifting editorial philosophies at DC, and evolving ideas about gender, heroism, and legacy. 1. First … Read More “The Publication History of Supergirl: Origins, Evolutions, and Reinventions” »

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The Success of Superman (2025): A Rebirth in a Challenged Box Office Landscape

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The Success of Superman (2025): A Rebirth in a Challenged Box Office Landscape
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The 2025 Superman film marked a bold reset for the character and the DC Universe. But it did not arrive in a vacuum: the film industry is still navigating the ongoing fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, shifts in audience behavior, and financial pressures on theatrical exhibition. To fully appreciate Superman (2025)’s performance, we need to consider both its … Read More “The Success of Superman (2025): A Rebirth in a Challenged Box Office Landscape” »

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Peacemaker: Season Two – Review

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Peacemaker: Season Two – Review
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The new DCU has begun. Officially the start of it was Creature Commandos and the new Superman movie. Sort of. The issue is that James Gunn, who heads the new DCU, had already done some DC work with the Suicide Squad and Peacemaker: Season One. Are they part of the new DCU? Again, sort of. … Read More “Peacemaker: Season Two – Review” »

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Theological Issues With James Gunn’s Superman?

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Theological Issues With James Gunn’s Superman?
Apologetics and Theology Blog, Comic Book Geek

I recently looked at Anthony Costello’s concerns about the recent Superman movie. Those concerns were based on aesthetics. However, Anthony has further theological issues with what James Gunn’s Superman. In a blog post titled James Gunn’s Superman: Christus or Prometheus?, Anthony works through what he considers to be some very serious issues, especially for Christians … Read More “Theological Issues With James Gunn’s Superman?” »

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James Gunn’s Praiseworthy Superman

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James Gunn’s Praiseworthy Superman
Apologetics and Theology Blog, Comic Book Geek

This is not another review of Superman as I have already reviewed the new Superman movie. Rather this is a response to a blog post by Anthony Costello titled James Gunn’s Not So Super “Superman.” Anthony is a Christian apologist. That is not a critique or a reason to discount his thoughts as I also … Read More “James Gunn’s Praiseworthy Superman” »

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The Birth of a Legend: The Creation of Superman and His Early Legacy

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The Birth of a Legend: The Creation of Superman and His Early Legacy
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In 1938, a hero from another planet crash-landed on Earth—not in a fiery meteor, but on the pages of Action Comics #1. With that single leap, Superman forever changed pop culture, launching the superhero genre as we know it. But his origins began years earlier, in the imaginations of two Cleveland teenagers with big dreams and … Read More “The Birth of a Legend: The Creation of Superman and His Early Legacy” »

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DC League of Super Pets

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DC League of Super Pets
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Everyone needs a friend. They say a dog is man’s best friend. But is it Superman’s best friend? What happens when Lois Lane comes into the picture? What happens to Superman’s dog Krypto? The new animated movie, DC League of Super Pets begins with Krypto, his origins on Krypton and his later relationship with the … Read More “DC League of Super Pets” »

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Superman Vol. 1 – Review

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Superman Vol. 1 – Review
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I have started collecting the DC Archives hardcovers. These are reprints of classic DC (and Fawcett) comics. I’m especially interested in the golden age reprints (1930-40s). I recently got Superman Vol. 1, which reprints Superman 1-4. It is so fun to read these old stories and to reflect on all that has changed. For example, … Read More “Superman Vol. 1 – Review” »

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Supergirl: Season 2 – Review

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Supergirl: Season 2 – Review
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The first season of Supergirl was good but the second season was far better. Was it because it made the switch to CW? It definitely took on the more epic feel of the other Arrowverse shows. Moving to CW was probably the thing that kept Supergirl going. The second season begins with the appearance of … Read More “Supergirl: Season 2 – Review” »

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But That is Not My Superman!

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But That is Not My Superman!
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Some people seem to be having trouble with the portrayal of Superman in Man of Steel and now Batman v Superman. This is not the Superman that they have grown up with. The truth is that the personality of Superman has changed and developed with the times. To be honest, the good old fashioned Superman … Read More “But That is Not My Superman!” »

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My Main Problem With the Justice League Movie

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My Main Problem With the Justice League Movie
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I generally enjoyed the Justice League movie. It was a lot of fun and the characters were interesting. But I did have one problem. It all comes down to the death and resurrection of Superman/Clark Kent. First of all, the glasses disguise is not the most complex in the world. It shouldn’t take much to … Read More “My Main Problem With the Justice League Movie” »

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