Brad Kern

  Image credits to Boosterrific.com In the superhero roster, Booster Gold is often overlooked. Nevertheless, he has a charm that resonates with comic book fans. Created by Dan Jurgens in 1986 for DC Comics' "Booster Gold" #1, Booster Gold didn't come from a tragic background or another planet. He hails from the 25th century. Born Michael Jon Carter, his journey to heroism wasn't heroic at all. The former star football player was expelled from Gotham University when he was caught participating in a gambling scandal. Now banned for life from the sport he loved and in search of redemption, he stole advanced technology from a museum and traveled back in time to the 20th century with a powerful suit, Legion Flight Ring and robot companion Skeets. What makes Booster Gold relatable is his flawed nature and desire for redemption. His motivations aren't rooted in duty or past grief like many other heroes; at first, he’s selfish. He seeks fame and fortune so that he can

  In the heart of Columbus, Ohio resides a football program that’s not just full of spirit, but excellence as well. The Ohio State Buckeyes, draped in their iconic scarlet and grey attire are more than just a team. Buckeye Nation is an expectation; it’s pride for fans and the epitome of college football. It’s not just about winning; it’s winning it all. That national championship trophy represents everything that makes this team great. The Rich History The story of Ohio State Football can be characterized by resilience, unwavering spirit and success. Founded in 1890, they’ve grown from being nobodies to someone you don’t want to mess with. With over 900 wins, eight national championships and 39 conference titles; it’s safe to say they left their mark. Names like Chic Harley, Archie Griffin and Woody Hayes aren’t just names; they’re symbols of a legacy. The Winning Culture At Ohio State University winning isn’t enough; it’s about dominance. It’s about giving every ounce of effort possib

  Comic book movies have become a staple in the film industry. The success rate of these movies is pretty high, but it’s not just by pure luck that they achieve this. When it comes to creating a superhero movie, things can get kind of tricky. It’s important to keep the audience entertained and interested. As someone who critiques these types of movies for a living, I’ve seen what has worked for several movie makers in the past. Don’t Stray from The Original No doubt about it, we all know that every story will be changed when you take it from one medium and put it into another. But despite this change its important to try as hard as you can to stay true to the original work. “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” did an amazing job at sticking with their comic book visual style and multi verse theme. Respect The Characters These characters have been around for close to a century now and have built up very complex personalities over time. Treating them well and showing them on screen how th

  Image credits to Marvel.com The universe of Spider-Man is well-known for its variety of characters, each with their own backstory and powers. Among the most interesting figures in this universe are Madame Web and the different Spider Women who have come from across multiple universes. These characters have played vital roles in Spider-Man’s adventures, offering guidance, support, and sometimes even rivaling him as adversaries. To truly understand these characters’ significance, we must dig into their origin stories and what they’ve done within the Spider-Verse. Madame Web: The Seer of Destiny Before the movie came out just a few days ago, only a dozen few know of the enigmatic existence known as Madame Web. Madame Web first showed up in 1980’s “The Amazing Spider-Man” #210. She was created by Denny O’Neil (writer) and John Romita Jr (artist). Cassandra Webb is what she’s known as outside her title of Madame Web. This character has an aura of secrecy that shrouds her existence. All w

You know you’ve made it when your name is synonymous with power. Like every great hero, he has a dozen copies. He’s been copied more times than a floppy disk in the ’90s, and we never get tired of him. From his beautiful cape to his red underwear on the outside, we love everything about him. The big blue boy scout is Superman himself. As iconic as Superman is in the realm of comic books, it’s not surprising that his influence extends far beyond Metropolis. Throughout the history of comic books, numerous superheroes have emerged, each bearing striking similarities to the Man of Steel himself. From super strength to capes and a sense of moral duty, these characters often pay homage to the original superhero in one way or another. Here, we explore the top 10 superheroes who are unmistakably influenced by Superman. Supergirl Let’s start with an obvious one. Supergirl, also known as Kara Zor-El, is Superman’s cousin from the planet Krypton. Like her cousin, she possesses superhuman strength

  In the vast world of entertainment, comic books have grown to be a driving force. People are just obsessed with them. Both sides of this industry — publishing and production — show that comics provide unique storytelling and artistic flare for viewers across multiple formats. While classics from publishers like Marvel and DC Comics may dominate, also very clear is the narrative innovation happening within indie comics. Independent creators are creating their own stories while also evolving an entire industry… Particularly how these types of comics translate onto the big screen. For ages, indie comics have been known to offer a plethora of diversity when it comes to storytelling, art style, and themes they cover. But now we must look at their influence on visual entertainment as a whole! There’s no way you’ve missed the trend as more and more indie comic adaptations are popping up on streaming platforms and in theaters left and right. Hollywood executives are finally taking note! One

  Image taken from tvguide.com For many years, the Green Lantern Corps has been a mainstay of DC Comics, an intergalactic law enforcement agency whose members use the power of will to protect the cosmos. Amongst the numerous Green Lanterns who have worn the ring, some have gone beyond this to become fan favorites whose exploits and storytelling abilities have captured readers’ imaginations. In this article we look at seven most popular GL’s according to comic book fans. Hal Jordan Hal Jordan is often thought of as the archetypal Green Lantern, being the first human to join. It is a journey that he has taken from test pilot to cosmic defender that runs through many great storylines in comic books. Not only known for his strong willpower and determination but also faced adversaries like Sinestro and Parallax while showing himself capable of leading other superheroes when he was part of Justice League. John Stewart An indomitable force on Green Lantern lore, John Stewart is one among many