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With the "Watchmen" movie out in less than a month, store owners are finding it difficult to keep copies of the popular graphic novel on the shelves. Why all the hype?

Superman, Spider-Man, and Batman are all household names, and some kids want to read the comics they come from. Not all comics are kid safe, but they are out there.

Halloween costumes are routinely inspired by pop culture.

Marvel takes a cue from Batman In this gritty tale where a jaded, elderly Peter Parker must become the hero he once was again.

Immediately after World War II, a new, "cold" war gripped the world and, just as they had done during WWII, comic books appeared to protect Americans from the Red Menace.

Superheroes were powerful weapons for the Allied forces during World War II. Superman and his pals were some of the finest propaganda tools in the Allied arsenal.

From the creator of "Sin City" and "300" comes another highly stylized movie, this time starring Gabriel Macht and Eva Mendes.

The Return of Captain Invincible was shot in Australia and is a strange mix of comedy, fantasy, musical and action genres. It's become a cult favourite for many SF fans.

In 1963, the Cold War was ready to turn hot; but, Marvel Comics was ready to save America with their entry into the super patriot game: Colonel Nick Fury, Agent of SHIELD

From 1940 to 1945, uniquely American superheroes led the fight on two fronts: reinforcing traditional American values and portraying the Axis as sinister and sub-human.

Marvel Comic's Civil War series causes major character changes. Spider-Man drastically altered by unmasking,switching to black costume & joining underground resistance.

Director Jon Favreau has successfully achieved making the movie for both die-hard fans and film-goers who know absolutely nothing about the Marvel Comic superhero.

Two main factors influence the increasing popularity of onscreen live-action superheroes such as Spider-Man, Batman, and Superman.

The Academy Awards, which take place each year (with a few notable exceptions) at the Hollywood Bowl in Los Angeles, are regarded as being the biggest movie awards show

Following Iron Man's success Marvel has announced an ambitious, highly anticipated schedule of superhero films through 2011 including a string of Avengers related movies.

An informative documentary about likeable and successful Warren Buffett, revealing how he made his billions and the details of his unglamorous lifestyle.

Crime drama Mesrine: Killer Instinct is a showcase for the talented and versatile Vincent Cassel. Jean-Francois Richet's gangster film is up there with the best.

The latest installment of the Marvel superhero comic live action movie franchise. Maguire and Dunst return for the second sequel that is good, but not super. 6/10

Robin Hood is a scarecrow. A cobbled together mismatched fabric of myth, man and ancient tradition that has produced folklore's most human and enduring character.

In early September, The Walt Disney Corporation acquired Marvel Comics for a reported four billion dollars.