Superheroes

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  • Superheroes 2024-09-14 20:14

    By Ali Hamedin

    Heroes of the age of terror: what happened to American superheroes on 9/11? Part 2

    TEHRAN-In addition to reinforcing stereotypes of Arab and Muslim villains, comic books and movies based on them address the 9/11 attacks in another way. These attacks are metaphorical as part of a larger plot that places comic book elements and characters within mythological narratives of good versus evil.

  • Superheroes 2024-09-10 17:04

    By Ali Hamedin

    Heroes of the age of terror: what happened to American superheroes on 9/11?  Part 1

    TEHRAN-Since the creation of comic books in the midst of the Great Depression in the 1930s, superheroes have been used to entertain and inspire readers, as well as to address important events. During the Depression, they were a symbol of hope for a better world. As the United States entered World War II, superheroes encouraged soldiers on the battlefield and united the public by praising patriotic ideals and mocking their enemies.