Comic book movies have been popular in Hollywood for a long time, but in the last 25 years, I feel like we've seen a massive explosion of them. When I was growing up, I collected thousands of comics. I wound up selling them to buy my wife an engagement ring, but I kept a few for sentimental value. That's why I feel a special connection to the best comic book movies. They connect my youth to my adulthood, and they're fun to to watch.So, let's dive into a list of some of my favorites. 1. Spider-Man 2Director: Sam Raimi Writers: Alfred Gough, Miles Millar, Michael Chabon (story), Alvin Sargent Cast: Tobey Maguire, Kirsten Dunst, James Franco, Alfred MolinaLegitimately a masterclass in making a movie that feels like a comic book and connects with people. It's a movie about Peter Parker, who happens to be a hero. And its heart is so full. 2. The Dark KnightDirector: Christopher NolanWriters: Jonathan Nolan, Christopher Nolan, David S. Goyer (story)Cast: Christian Bale, Heath Ledger, Aaron Eckhart, Gary Oldman, Michael CaineNolan's masterpiece takes its cues from classic crime movies and envelopes us in Gotham with a stark reality to many major cities. Its take on the Joker and terrorism will stand the test of time. 3. Superman: The MovieDirector: Richard Donner Writers: Mario Puzo, David Newman, Leslie Newman, Robert Benton (story) Cast: Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, Marlon BrandoProbably the first comic book movie I ever saw, I still think Donner's classic should be...
Published By: NoFilmSchool - Friday, 14 February