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The Fantastic Four, co-created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in 1961, is what sparked the Golden Age of Marvel. Soon, heroes such as Spider-Man, The Avengers and Daredevil followed.

Comic Book Series of the Week: Fantastic Four

By Parker Otto | February 20, 2019

"The Fantastic Four," co-created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby in 1961, is what sparked the Golden Age of Marvel. Soon, heroes such as Spider-Man, The Avengers and Daredevil followed.

Fans remember Stan Lee’s legacy

By Parker Otto | November 14, 2018

Millions of Marvel fans heard the sad news Monday that comic book writer, editor and publisher Stan Lee died at the age of 95. He will forever be remembered as a creative genius who contrived amazing characters and a guardian angel who made numerous cameos...

‘Captain Marvel’ trailer provokes societal sexism

By Abby Wisecarver | October 14, 2018

The new “Captain Marvel” trailer sparked controversy over the acceptable amount of smiling female superheroes should display on the silver screen.Most Marvel fans were ecstatic after watching the trailer for “Captain Marvel” that dropped a few...

‘Venom’ lives up to hype

By Parker Otto | October 7, 2018

“Venom” may not be a juggernaut like Marvel’s previous films, but it is serviceable and entertaining. The film, released Oct. 5, delivers an interesting lead and fantastic action, but suffers from a bland villain. The film is the first in Sony’s...

‘Iron Fist’ Season 2 Doesn’t Pack a Punch

By Sarah LaLond | October 1, 2018

Marvel’s genius, billionaire and philanthropist, Danny Rand, played by Finn Jones, came back on Sept. 7 in season 2 of “Iron Fist” on Netflix. However, unlike Tony Stark, Danny isn’t a compelling character.Every other Marvel Netflix TV series...

Tiny hero delivers big laughs

By Michael Urbanec | July 9, 2018

Following “Avengers: Infinity War” was not an easy task, but “Ant-Man and the Wasp” stayed in line with the quality expected from the Marvel cinematic universe.Ant-Man, played by Paul Rudd, remains under house arrest after the events of “Avengers:...

‘Avengers’ film hits expectations

By Haley Galvin | April 30, 2018

“Avengers: Infinity War” stuns and amazes audiences with an intense action-filled plot presenting a cultivating climax to the Avengers franchise.The most recent installment and third film of the Avengers series brings together every aspect of the...

‘Black Panther’ dominates silver screen

By Mackenzi Butson | February 23, 2018

Director Ryan Coogler depicts modern influence in the classic Marvel style with 2018's blockbuster “Black Panther." With any movie in the Marvel universe, there is a massive following of people of all ages. Fans have high expectations for each Marvel...

Dark themes contrast vibrancy in “Thor: Ragnarok”

By Haley Galvin | November 6, 2017

“Thor: Ragnarok” delivers a vibrant contrast of action, drama and comedy as it embodies everything the Marvel Universe has become, all in one movie.The trailer teased fans with very bright colors, music and action contrasting the dark, mysterious...

‘Defenders’ defeats doubt

By Ryan Janovic | September 11, 2017

Since 2015 Marvel has been trying to emulate on Netflix the success it’s had in theaters. They’ve approached both mediums with a similar strategy: to establish characters and stories individually and let them grow until they can finally bring all...

Hero films growing darker

By Tatianna Salisbury | March 23, 2017

It seems superhero films are no longer for 5-year-old boys and faint-hearted moviegoers, as their themes have grown darker, visuals more graphic and ratings exceeding PG-13, beginning a new era of what audience members deem a "hero."With great box office...