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Why "Superman" still sets the standard today

Why "Superman" still sets the standard today

"Superman: The Movie" succeeds in so many areas that it's easy to see why it's still revered, while many other superhero movies, popular when released, have faded from memory. "Superman" inspired millions in the middle of a dark, cynical decade for the United States. Of course it's still relevant today.

A few more words about Stan Lee

A few more words about Stan Lee

I join millions of other fans in appreciating Lee from afar, whether it's reading the stories of his superhero creations, seeing him pop up briefly in the Marvel movies and shows, or generally watching Lee as a public figure, a personality that usually ranged between late night talk show host and used car salesman. Lee was not a perfect person and made more than one legendary creator deeply resentful of his persona, but there's no doubt that his non-stop charm offensive and sheer force of personality made him as revered as a pop culture figure as Walt Disney.