Superheroes (S02E01)
S02E01
From vibrant, flying heroes in bright outfits to somber night-time guardians, superhero films have generated numerous blockbuster successes worldwide. Despite facing some criticism from prominent directors, the genre has a rich history in cinema dating back to the early 20th century, tapping into enduring themes and narrative traditions. In this exploration, Mark Kermode delves into various films, both classic and contemporary, examining essential components of superhero tales—such as origins, powers, costumes, alter egos, antagonists, and themes of sacrifice—to reveal their global appeal. He also tackles the genre's critiques and shares his vision for its evolution moving forward.
Show
Mark Kermode's Secrets of Cinema
Episode
S02E01
Air Date
Mar 19, 2020
Season 2 Episodes
S02E01
Superheroes
S02E01
The Last of Summer
S02E02
British history movies
S02E02
Extra Ordinary
S02E03
Spies
S02E03
My Brother's Keeper
S02E04
East Meets West
S02E05
Daddy's Little Girl
S02E06
Blind Faith
S02E07
Three Miners From Everwood
S02E08
The Burden of Truth
S02E09
Just Like in the Movies
S02E10
Unhappy Holidays
S02E11
Family Dynamics
S02E12
Controlling Interest
S02E13
Forget Me Not
S02E14
No Sure Thing
S02E15
The L Word
S02E16
Unspoken Truths
S02E17
Unfinished Business
S02E18
Last Looks
S02E19
Sick
S02E20
Do or Die
S02E21
Your Future Awaits
S02E22
The Day Is Done