The Encyclopedia of Superheroes on Film and Television

by Muir, John Kenneth
ISBN: 9780786437559
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It's a bird It's a plane It's a complete guide to over 50 years of superheroes on screen This expanded and updated edition of the 2004 award-winning encyclopedia covers important developments in the popular genre; adds new shows such as Heroes and Zoom; includes the latest films featuring icons like Superman, Spiderman and Batman; and covers even more types of superheroes. Each entry includes a detailed history, cast and credits, episode and film descriptions, critical commentaries, and data on arch-villains, gadgets, comic-book origins and super powers, while placing each production into its historical context. Appendices list common superhero conventions and clich s; incarnations; memorable ad lines; and the best, worst, and most influential productions from 1951 to 2008.
  • Format: Hardcover
  • Author: Muir, John Kenneth
  • ISBN: 9780786437559
  • Condition: Used
  • Dimensions: 10.00 x 1.90
  • Number Of Pages: 704
  • Publication Year: 2008