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Action Films Hit Big With Heroes

There are plenty of action films out there covering all manner of subject matters, but the end of the 20th century saw an explosion of superhero films that reminded us that sometimes, bigger is better and larger than life is the most entertaining viewing experience. While some superhero films have suffered from poor production values or scripting and have flopped without a trace, a far greater number have been pushing the boundaries of film making and offering audiences spectacle to get lost in.

The superhero genre is not a new one, in fact superhero films have been in production ever since they first proved their popularity in comic books back in the 1940s. Early made for TV adaptations included shows such as Adventures of Captain Marvel, Batman and The Phantom but it was the 1978 Superman film from Richard Donner that really catapulted heroes into cinematic glory.

Quick to follow were other big draws – Tim Burton’s Batman and, later, Alex Proyas’ The Crow. These films set a trend for darker and more emotionally charged superhero movies and the latter marked the first independent comic to make the successful transition into a franchise. It also heralded the start of a new direction for action hero films as people realised that they did not have to be specifically aimed at younger audiences to be successful. All of this expansion meant that the scene was set for even great things at the beginning of the 21st century, and filmmakers didn’t disappoint.

With films such as the popular Sam Rami Spiderman reboot, the stylish Hellboy series, the massive X-Man franchise (which has also spawned a Wolverine spin-off) and the unforgettable Watchman – directed by Zack Snyder – it’s clear that superhero films are on a roll that sees modern special effects blended with strong and worthy storylines.

The increase of high spec technology has ensured that superhero movies have become truly amazing when it comes to special effects these days, so make sure you give them the viewing they deserve. See the best of the bunch on the big screen when the first come out and watch them on quality TV screens when they are on TV release, offerings such as Sky+HD can also allow you to watch the action in high definition. The future of superhero films seems sure to only fly higher in the coming years, so ready yourself for ever greater escapades from the masked avengers.

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