Comics - Print, Television, & Film
Comics
Batman
Batman -
comic book
Batman -
cartoon opening
Batman & Robin feature -
part 1
Batman & Robin feature -
part 2

Spiderman
Spiderman -
cartoon opening
Spiderman -
Green Goblin
Spiderman - Venom returns -
part 1
Spiderman - Venom returns -
part 2

X-men
X-men -
original theme

Graphic Novels
V for Vendetta
V for Vendetta -
Introduction to V
V for Vendetta -
Speech
Questions to consider when viewing clips:
1) Explain why a close-up of a clenched fist is used to convey anger.

2) Identify how the colours of character's clothing are used to indicate heroic or villainous intent.

3) How does the title sequence in a cartoon draw the viewer in and foreshadow the content?

4) How would people from different socio-economic backgrounds (different classes - $$$) interpret these cartoons?  Be specific!!

5) Compare your personal responses to these cartoons, to those of the people who would have watched these cartoons as children.  Identify the similarities and differences between your responses and their responses. (Hint: watch the Batman & Robin features!!)

Assignment
Using the questions above as a guide, write a 1/2 page - 1 page reflection that identifies the codes, conventions, and techniques used in comics and explain how they help create meaning and influence for the audience. Use proper MLA format!!