¶ … men and Hamatora are very similar in the way that society treats minority groups they do not completely understand. In the case of the X-men, society is fearful of their abilities to cause harm, but often neglect their ability to do well. Much like in society the bad deeds of a few characters in the series, negates the over good behavior exhibited by the X-men. No matter how many lives are saved by the deeds of the X-men, they are often overshadowed by the deeds of other, more destructive mutants. In the case of Hamatora, Nice has established a private investigation unit, with the purpose of doing well for the world, but he often does this in secret. As a result, both groups must continue to innovate and rise above misplaced anger. In the case of the X-men, they must overcome negative public sentiment, anti-mutant legislation, and overall societal fear. In the case of Hamatora, the agency must overcome the general lack of public knowledge, secret mafia connections, and public perceptions. Both parties must overcome these negative aspects and challenges to grow and develop as individuals (Beckerman, 2006). Also, in both instances, the characters are given elite abilities, and therefore held to a higher standard. For example, due to the sheer force and power that the X-men possess, they could easily cause severe destruction in the world. This problem is exacerbated by the hatred that many in society feel towards their god-like abilities. Because they are so hated, it would be easy and seamless to simply give in to the negative publicity and destroy society. In the case of the X-men, it would provide an instant gratification for all that the world has put them through. However, due to these powers, they must be held to higher standard, and show restraint. This restraint, it can be argued, is the strength of the X-men. In Hamatora, those who possess the minor miracle are bestowed gifts and benefits. These individuals...
Many characters in the X-men are also bestowed many of these same gifts from society, albeit out of fear. In both instances, these characters must exhibit a greater duty to society due to their privileged status (O'Neill, 1993).
Another theme which is symbolized by this dual, contradictory character in Batman films is fear, especially Christopher Nolan's Batman Begins. The darkness of Batman's outfit instills fear. Bruce Wayne is initially scared of a bat he sees out the window and bat is also a dark color. What Bruce is in Batman Begins is an individual with fear who not only tries to overcome it but also becomes part of
Batman 1989 As depicted in this DC-comic-based movie, Gotham City is a fictionalized concept of New York or Chicago in the late 30s rather than in the bicentennial period of its independence in 1776. The behavior of the characters, the black-and-white television sets, the locale and the overall mood of the fiction are suggestive of that period before the last War rather than of the conditions in New York or Chicago
Fan Fiction: Batman Batman: The Next Generation (2033). Episode 1: Setting the scene The source of Alfred Wayne's fortune was shadowy, even to Alfred. From a young age, Alfred had been raised by a series of maids and butlers. He did know, however, that a higher intelligence had been guiding his growth and development from a young age. Unlike some rich boys, he was placed on a strict stipend, according to the wishes
In Miller's Batman, one sees a man waging war on a world that has sold its soul for empty slogans and nationalism: the Dark Knight represents a kind of spirit reminiscent of what the old world used to call the Church Militant -- he is virtue violently opposed to all forms of vice -- even those that bear the letter S. On their chests and come in fine wrapping. Miller's
Dark Knight Returns Almost since his debut in 1939, the character of Batman has alternately been condemned and celebrated as an image of male homosexuality, and the various subsequent iterations of the character have frequently alluded to this characterization, whether implicitly or explicitly. In his seminal 1986 book The Dark Knight Returns, author and illustrator Frank Miller takes uses the potentially homosexual signification of Batman's character as a means of exploring
Superheroes Ruba Superhero Shows and Its Effects on the Behavior and Thinking of Audience Since childhood, people had been exposed to different forms of media, which can be in the form of broadcast (radio and TV), print, and film media. Of all the forms of mass-communicated media, television and print are the most popular forms to children, since they contain audiovisual (for TVs) and visual (print) entertainment. The most prevalent form of entertainment
Our semester plans gives you unlimited, unrestricted access to our entire library of resources —writing tools, guides, example essays, tutorials, class notes, and more.
Get Started Now