Comics at the Movies : From Flash Gordon to Avengers: Endgame
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Hardback or Cased Book
ISBN-10
1836391730
ISBN-13
9781836391739
Publisher
Reaktion Books
Imprint
Reaktion Books
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Jul 27th, 2026
Print length
440 Pages
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Graphic novel / Comic book / Manga: styles / traditionsComic strip fiction / graphic novels (Children's / Teenage)Children’s / Teenage general interest: Television, video and filmTelevision & film (Children's / Teenage)Children’s / Teenage general interest: History and the pastHistory & the past: general interest (Children's / Teenage)
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A lively, engaging history of comic-book cinema, from Flash Gordon to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Comics at the Movies explores the rich and often overlooked history of comic-book film adaptations, from 1930s serials like Flash Gordon to today’s Marvel and DC blockbusters. It traces how the comic and film industries have intersected over the decades, analysing how adaptations reflect their economic, political and cultural contexts. The book examines neglected works such as Doc Savage, Popeye and Sheena, alongside iconic franchises like Superman, Batman and X-Men. It also investigates how these films represent nationhood, race, gender and class, revealing the social politics beneath their spectacle. Accessible and engaging, Comics at the Movies is essential reading for students, scholars and fans alike interested in adaptation, popular genres and the lasting impact of comic-book cinema.
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