Exhibition review of "Korean Comics: A Society Through Small Frames," curated by the Korea Society at the San Francisco Public Library (March 13-June 13, 2010).
1) The document summarizes Henry Fielding's novel "Joseph Andrews" and argues it can be considered a "comic epic poem in prose".
2) It outlines the key elements of an epic like heroic characters, journeys, conflicts, digressions, and moral lessons that are present in "Joseph Andrews" in a comic form.
3) While the story and characters are ordinary, it shares structures with The Odyssey like conflicts, discoveries, and a serious purpose beneath the comedy.
The document discusses key elements of Pop Art including the use of recognizable imagery from popular media and culture like comic books, advertisements, and photographs. It notes Pop Art often uses bright colors and flat forms. Examples mentioned include Andy Warhol's Campbell's Soup Cans from 1962, Roy Lichtenstein's Drowning Girl from 1963, and Jasper Johns' Three Flags from 1958. The document provides images and sources for several notable Pop Art works.
This document provides information about pop art, including key characteristics and examples. It notes that pop art often uses bright colors and imagery from popular media like comic books and advertisements. Examples mentioned include Andy Warhol's Campbell's Soup Cans from 1962, Roy Lichtenstein's Drowning Girl from 1963, and James Rosenquist's I Love You with my Ford from 1961. The document seeks to distinguish pop art from other artistic styles by noting works by Barbara Kruger and TheThingsWeSay.com that are not considered pop art.
Various concepts in the play "The Hairy Ape"Kaushal Desai
There are many things and concepts one can come across while reading of the play "The Hairy Ape". Here, I have tried to take major concepts in consideration with explanation through the play.
The document summarizes the history of women in comics from the 1930s to the present. It describes the roles women typically played in the Golden Age (1930s-1940s), including career women, romantics, and teenagers. Fantomah was the first known female superhero in 1940. Wonder Woman was introduced in 1941 as a strong, positive role model. While women's roles expanded in the Silver (1960s-1970s) and Bronze (1980s) Ages, they were still often portrayed as sex objects or romantic interests. More recent depictions have featured empowering characters in leadership roles, like Storm, and all-female superhero teams.
The Western genre is both beloved and criticized for its portrayals. While seen as naïve or repetitive by some, others find it direct and energetic. The Western concentrates on the post-Civil War American frontier and has gained popularity through its powerful myths more than historical accuracy. A feminist reading may find the genre patriarchal or even misogynistic by promoting certain ideologies. The 1903 film The Great Train Robbery is considered the first classic Western, establishing conventions like trains, horses, guns and saloons.
This document outlines the agenda for an online hour discussing terms 1-9 related to drama and revising a fiction project. It defines key drama terms like drama, playwright, script, act, scene, prologue, antihero, and guerilla theater. It also distinguishes between the subject, plot and theme of a story. The rest provides steps for revising fiction and lists homework assignments including posting paragraphs from a fiction project and reading a short play.
1) The document summarizes Henry Fielding's novel "Joseph Andrews" and argues it can be considered a "comic epic poem in prose".
2) It outlines the key elements of an epic like heroic characters, journeys, conflicts, digressions, and moral lessons that are present in "Joseph Andrews" in a comic form.
3) While the story and characters are ordinary, it shares structures with The Odyssey like conflicts, discoveries, and a serious purpose beneath the comedy.
The document discusses key elements of Pop Art including the use of recognizable imagery from popular media and culture like comic books, advertisements, and photographs. It notes Pop Art often uses bright colors and flat forms. Examples mentioned include Andy Warhol's Campbell's Soup Cans from 1962, Roy Lichtenstein's Drowning Girl from 1963, and Jasper Johns' Three Flags from 1958. The document provides images and sources for several notable Pop Art works.
This document provides information about pop art, including key characteristics and examples. It notes that pop art often uses bright colors and imagery from popular media like comic books and advertisements. Examples mentioned include Andy Warhol's Campbell's Soup Cans from 1962, Roy Lichtenstein's Drowning Girl from 1963, and James Rosenquist's I Love You with my Ford from 1961. The document seeks to distinguish pop art from other artistic styles by noting works by Barbara Kruger and TheThingsWeSay.com that are not considered pop art.
Various concepts in the play "The Hairy Ape"Kaushal Desai
There are many things and concepts one can come across while reading of the play "The Hairy Ape". Here, I have tried to take major concepts in consideration with explanation through the play.
The document summarizes the history of women in comics from the 1930s to the present. It describes the roles women typically played in the Golden Age (1930s-1940s), including career women, romantics, and teenagers. Fantomah was the first known female superhero in 1940. Wonder Woman was introduced in 1941 as a strong, positive role model. While women's roles expanded in the Silver (1960s-1970s) and Bronze (1980s) Ages, they were still often portrayed as sex objects or romantic interests. More recent depictions have featured empowering characters in leadership roles, like Storm, and all-female superhero teams.
The Western genre is both beloved and criticized for its portrayals. While seen as naïve or repetitive by some, others find it direct and energetic. The Western concentrates on the post-Civil War American frontier and has gained popularity through its powerful myths more than historical accuracy. A feminist reading may find the genre patriarchal or even misogynistic by promoting certain ideologies. The 1903 film The Great Train Robbery is considered the first classic Western, establishing conventions like trains, horses, guns and saloons.
This document outlines the agenda for an online hour discussing terms 1-9 related to drama and revising a fiction project. It defines key drama terms like drama, playwright, script, act, scene, prologue, antihero, and guerilla theater. It also distinguishes between the subject, plot and theme of a story. The rest provides steps for revising fiction and lists homework assignments including posting paragraphs from a fiction project and reading a short play.
2130_American Lit Module 2 _Modernist ManifestoLisa M. Russell
The document discusses modernist manifestos from several early 20th century authors. It provides excerpts from manifestos by F.T. Marinetti, Mina Loy, Ezra Pound, Willa Cather, William Carlos Williams, and Langston Hughes. The manifestos declare the authors' artistic convictions and independence, calling for breaking traditions and presenting art through suggestion rather than enumeration. Marinetti's manifesto glorifies war and destroying museums, while Loy calls for absolute demolition of traditional lies.
Henry James was born in 1843 to a wealthy Manhattan family and moved to Europe as a teenager for his education. He settled permanently in England in 1876 and wrote novels influenced by realism, including Daisy Miller about a young American woman in Europe whose free-spirited manners clash with social expectations. James explored the differences between American and European cultures and sensibilities in his works. His stories often featured Americans traveling to Europe or expatriates returning home grappling with questions of identity and morality.
Jack Finney was an American author best known for his science fiction and thriller novels, including The Body Snatchers and Time and Again. The Body Snatchers was adapted into the 1956 film Invasion of the Body Snatchers. The short story The Third Level is about a man named Charley who wishes to time travel to 1894, which he believes would be a happier and quieter time. The story explores the themes of escapism from the present through psychological refuge in the past or desire to keep the past alive in the complexities of the present. Grand Central Terminal is a major commuter hub and tourist attraction in New York City, known for its architecture and large main concourse area serving over 200,000 daily comm
An American men's magazine features nude photos and journalism/fiction. It was founded in 1953 in Chicago by Hugh Hefner and includes interviews with public figures. Hefner chose the Playboy bunny logo for its humorous sexual connotation. The magazine was most popular in the 1970s, with over 7 million copies sold of the November 1972 issue featuring model Pam Rawlings on the cover.
This document discusses the history and evolution of comics, including their origins in newspaper comic strips in the early 1900s. It provides examples of some famous early comic strips and covers that also served propaganda purposes. The text explores how comics combine both images and words to tell stories, with some debate around whether or not comics still work without text. It notes that more detailed art can sometimes replace text by using symbols and imagery to convey meaning.
This document summarizes major periods in literature from the Revolutionary Period to the Contemporary period. It provides details on influential authors and their notable works from each period including Thomas Paine and Benjamin Franklin from the Revolutionary Period, Lord Byron and William Blake from the Romanticism period, Mark Twain and Stephen Crane from Realism, F. Scott Fitzgerald from The Moderns, and Maya Angelou from the Contemporary period. Key characteristics and themes of each literary movement are also highlighted such as a love of nature for Romanticism and pursuing the American Dream for The Moderns.
This document summarizes the work and theories of four narrative theorists: Vladimir Propp analyzed Russian fairytales and identified character roles and functions; Todorov suggested most narratives involve an initial state of equilibrium being disrupted by an outside force that must be overcome; Roland Barthes proposed narratives use five codes to engage readers; and Claude Levi examined how stories unconsciously reflect a culture's values through binary oppositions.
William Saroyan (1908-1981) was an American writer born in Fresno, California to Armenian immigrant parents. He tried his hand at many genres including novels, plays, songs, and short stories. His early experiences growing up in Fresno and time spent in an orphanage influenced his works which featured a "joyous sorrow". He was able to support himself through writing by 1920 and gained mainstream recognition with his 1934 short story "The Daring Young Man on the Flying Trapeze". His play Time of Your Life won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1939. Interest in his work declined after World War II when he served in the army, but he continued writing memoirs until his death in 1981 in Fres
Post New Korean Cinema emerged in the mid-1990s and emphasized imaginative genres over realism. There were three main types: Park Chan-wook's provocative violence and negative imagination seen in Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance, Oldboy, and Sympathy for Lady Vengeance; Hong Sang-soo's experimental films that exposed the hypocrisy of daily life like Day a Pig Fell into the Well; and Jang Joon-hwan's uniquely expressed films such as Save the Green Planet that used confusing visuals beyond normality and were critically successful despite box office failures.
The document provides a history of comic books from their origins in newspaper comic strips in 1895 to the present day. It discusses the Golden, Silver, Bronze, and Iron Ages of American comics defined by major developments. It also covers the rise of manga in Japan, influenced by American comics brought by soldiers after WWII, and the growing popularity of webcomics in the late 1990s and 2000s online.
This document summarizes major literary periods from 1750 to the present, including Revolutionary Period, Romanticism, Realism, and Contemporary eras. It provides examples of influential authors from each period such as Thomas Paine, Benjamin Franklin, Lord Byron, William Blake, Mark Twain, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Maya Angelou. Key characteristics and major works are mentioned for several authors and periods.
Joseph Conrad was a Polish-British writer born in 1857 in Berdichev, Ukraine. Some of his most famous novels include Heart of Darkness, Lord Jim, and The Shadow Line. He became financially successful thanks to his novel Chance, which allowed him to quit his job at sea and focus on writing full time. Many of his novels have been adapted to film, such as Apocalypse Now which was based on Heart of Darkness. Conrad is known for his style of writing about emotional and troubled characters struggling with depression and self-doubt.
This document provides an overview of the American Romanticism period from 1800-1860, including its origins in Germany as a reaction against rationalism, emphasizing feelings and intuition over logic. It describes the characteristics of Romantic literature such as placing faith in imagination, valuing nature over civilization, individualism, and finding beauty in the exotic. The document lists major American writers from this time like Cooper, Bryant, Irving, Poe, Emerson, Thoreau, Dickinson, and Whitman and some of their notable works. Finally, it discusses the importance of American Romanticism in creating a cultural break from England and the idea of the American hero that still persists today.
Robert Frost was a four-time Pulitzer Prize winning American poet. He found early success having his poems published in magazines in England and two books of poetry in 1913 and 1914. Upon his return to the US, he became friends with other poets like Ezra Pound and Edward Thomas. Frost went on to win his first Pulitzer Prize in 1923 and more honors including being named a consultant to the Library of Congress. He is renowned for his poems about nature and rural life that also dealt with philosophical questions.
Neil Gaiman is a prolific English author known for novels, graphic novels, short stories, and screenwriting. He has nearly 2 million Twitter followers. Gaiman works in multiple genres including children's/YA novels, novels for adults, and graphic novels. Some of his most famous works are The Ocean at the End of the Lane, American Gods, Coraline, and The Sandman graphic novel series. He is praised for his unique blend of genres and ability to weave mythology and fairy tales into compelling stories.
This document summarizes 1984 as a dystopian novel. It begins with background on dystopian societies and novels, noting their themes of oppression, violence, and criticism of modern trends. Key characteristics of dystopias are described, such as propaganda, worship of a figurehead, restricted information and thought, constant surveillance, dehumanization, and enforced conformity. Many of these characteristics are seen in 1984, through elements like Big Brother, propaganda, fear of the outside world, and lack of individuality. In concluding, the document states that 1984 can clearly be considered a dystopian novel based on these characteristics.
The document discusses the literary movement of Naturalism in American literature from the 1890s to the 1920s. Naturalist authors such as Jack London, Edith Wharton, and Frank Norris presented reality without illusion or embellishment. Their works explored how individuals and environments interacted as well as themes of survival, determinism, and violence. The document also provides brief overviews of other literary periods and movements such as Modernism in the early 20th century, Realism from 1865-1900 led by authors like Mark Twain and William Dean Howells, and the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s-1930s which gave voice to African American authors.
Harper Lee was born in 1926 in Monroeville, Alabama and dropped out of law school to pursue her dream of becoming a writer. Her 1960 novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" won the Pulitzer Prize and was based on racism and discrimination, becoming her only published work. Now 85 years old, Harper Lee lives peacefully in New York City avoiding attention around her still famous novel.
The document provides a history of comic books from their origins in newspaper comic strips in 1895 to the present day. It discusses the Golden, Silver, Bronze, and Iron Ages of American comics defined by major developments. It also covers the rise of manga in Japan, influenced by American comics brought by soldiers after WWII, and the growing popularity of webcomics in the late 1990s and 2000s online.
2130_American Lit Module 2 _Modernist ManifestoLisa M. Russell
The document discusses modernist manifestos from several early 20th century authors. It provides excerpts from manifestos by F.T. Marinetti, Mina Loy, Ezra Pound, Willa Cather, William Carlos Williams, and Langston Hughes. The manifestos declare the authors' artistic convictions and independence, calling for breaking traditions and presenting art through suggestion rather than enumeration. Marinetti's manifesto glorifies war and destroying museums, while Loy calls for absolute demolition of traditional lies.
Henry James was born in 1843 to a wealthy Manhattan family and moved to Europe as a teenager for his education. He settled permanently in England in 1876 and wrote novels influenced by realism, including Daisy Miller about a young American woman in Europe whose free-spirited manners clash with social expectations. James explored the differences between American and European cultures and sensibilities in his works. His stories often featured Americans traveling to Europe or expatriates returning home grappling with questions of identity and morality.
Jack Finney was an American author best known for his science fiction and thriller novels, including The Body Snatchers and Time and Again. The Body Snatchers was adapted into the 1956 film Invasion of the Body Snatchers. The short story The Third Level is about a man named Charley who wishes to time travel to 1894, which he believes would be a happier and quieter time. The story explores the themes of escapism from the present through psychological refuge in the past or desire to keep the past alive in the complexities of the present. Grand Central Terminal is a major commuter hub and tourist attraction in New York City, known for its architecture and large main concourse area serving over 200,000 daily comm
An American men's magazine features nude photos and journalism/fiction. It was founded in 1953 in Chicago by Hugh Hefner and includes interviews with public figures. Hefner chose the Playboy bunny logo for its humorous sexual connotation. The magazine was most popular in the 1970s, with over 7 million copies sold of the November 1972 issue featuring model Pam Rawlings on the cover.
This document discusses the history and evolution of comics, including their origins in newspaper comic strips in the early 1900s. It provides examples of some famous early comic strips and covers that also served propaganda purposes. The text explores how comics combine both images and words to tell stories, with some debate around whether or not comics still work without text. It notes that more detailed art can sometimes replace text by using symbols and imagery to convey meaning.
This document summarizes major periods in literature from the Revolutionary Period to the Contemporary period. It provides details on influential authors and their notable works from each period including Thomas Paine and Benjamin Franklin from the Revolutionary Period, Lord Byron and William Blake from the Romanticism period, Mark Twain and Stephen Crane from Realism, F. Scott Fitzgerald from The Moderns, and Maya Angelou from the Contemporary period. Key characteristics and themes of each literary movement are also highlighted such as a love of nature for Romanticism and pursuing the American Dream for The Moderns.
This document summarizes the work and theories of four narrative theorists: Vladimir Propp analyzed Russian fairytales and identified character roles and functions; Todorov suggested most narratives involve an initial state of equilibrium being disrupted by an outside force that must be overcome; Roland Barthes proposed narratives use five codes to engage readers; and Claude Levi examined how stories unconsciously reflect a culture's values through binary oppositions.
William Saroyan (1908-1981) was an American writer born in Fresno, California to Armenian immigrant parents. He tried his hand at many genres including novels, plays, songs, and short stories. His early experiences growing up in Fresno and time spent in an orphanage influenced his works which featured a "joyous sorrow". He was able to support himself through writing by 1920 and gained mainstream recognition with his 1934 short story "The Daring Young Man on the Flying Trapeze". His play Time of Your Life won the Pulitzer Prize for Drama in 1939. Interest in his work declined after World War II when he served in the army, but he continued writing memoirs until his death in 1981 in Fres
Post New Korean Cinema emerged in the mid-1990s and emphasized imaginative genres over realism. There were three main types: Park Chan-wook's provocative violence and negative imagination seen in Sympathy for Mr. Vengeance, Oldboy, and Sympathy for Lady Vengeance; Hong Sang-soo's experimental films that exposed the hypocrisy of daily life like Day a Pig Fell into the Well; and Jang Joon-hwan's uniquely expressed films such as Save the Green Planet that used confusing visuals beyond normality and were critically successful despite box office failures.
The document provides a history of comic books from their origins in newspaper comic strips in 1895 to the present day. It discusses the Golden, Silver, Bronze, and Iron Ages of American comics defined by major developments. It also covers the rise of manga in Japan, influenced by American comics brought by soldiers after WWII, and the growing popularity of webcomics in the late 1990s and 2000s online.
This document summarizes major literary periods from 1750 to the present, including Revolutionary Period, Romanticism, Realism, and Contemporary eras. It provides examples of influential authors from each period such as Thomas Paine, Benjamin Franklin, Lord Byron, William Blake, Mark Twain, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and Maya Angelou. Key characteristics and major works are mentioned for several authors and periods.
Joseph Conrad was a Polish-British writer born in 1857 in Berdichev, Ukraine. Some of his most famous novels include Heart of Darkness, Lord Jim, and The Shadow Line. He became financially successful thanks to his novel Chance, which allowed him to quit his job at sea and focus on writing full time. Many of his novels have been adapted to film, such as Apocalypse Now which was based on Heart of Darkness. Conrad is known for his style of writing about emotional and troubled characters struggling with depression and self-doubt.
This document provides an overview of the American Romanticism period from 1800-1860, including its origins in Germany as a reaction against rationalism, emphasizing feelings and intuition over logic. It describes the characteristics of Romantic literature such as placing faith in imagination, valuing nature over civilization, individualism, and finding beauty in the exotic. The document lists major American writers from this time like Cooper, Bryant, Irving, Poe, Emerson, Thoreau, Dickinson, and Whitman and some of their notable works. Finally, it discusses the importance of American Romanticism in creating a cultural break from England and the idea of the American hero that still persists today.
Robert Frost was a four-time Pulitzer Prize winning American poet. He found early success having his poems published in magazines in England and two books of poetry in 1913 and 1914. Upon his return to the US, he became friends with other poets like Ezra Pound and Edward Thomas. Frost went on to win his first Pulitzer Prize in 1923 and more honors including being named a consultant to the Library of Congress. He is renowned for his poems about nature and rural life that also dealt with philosophical questions.
Neil Gaiman is a prolific English author known for novels, graphic novels, short stories, and screenwriting. He has nearly 2 million Twitter followers. Gaiman works in multiple genres including children's/YA novels, novels for adults, and graphic novels. Some of his most famous works are The Ocean at the End of the Lane, American Gods, Coraline, and The Sandman graphic novel series. He is praised for his unique blend of genres and ability to weave mythology and fairy tales into compelling stories.
This document summarizes 1984 as a dystopian novel. It begins with background on dystopian societies and novels, noting their themes of oppression, violence, and criticism of modern trends. Key characteristics of dystopias are described, such as propaganda, worship of a figurehead, restricted information and thought, constant surveillance, dehumanization, and enforced conformity. Many of these characteristics are seen in 1984, through elements like Big Brother, propaganda, fear of the outside world, and lack of individuality. In concluding, the document states that 1984 can clearly be considered a dystopian novel based on these characteristics.
The document discusses the literary movement of Naturalism in American literature from the 1890s to the 1920s. Naturalist authors such as Jack London, Edith Wharton, and Frank Norris presented reality without illusion or embellishment. Their works explored how individuals and environments interacted as well as themes of survival, determinism, and violence. The document also provides brief overviews of other literary periods and movements such as Modernism in the early 20th century, Realism from 1865-1900 led by authors like Mark Twain and William Dean Howells, and the Harlem Renaissance of the 1920s-1930s which gave voice to African American authors.
Harper Lee was born in 1926 in Monroeville, Alabama and dropped out of law school to pursue her dream of becoming a writer. Her 1960 novel "To Kill a Mockingbird" won the Pulitzer Prize and was based on racism and discrimination, becoming her only published work. Now 85 years old, Harper Lee lives peacefully in New York City avoiding attention around her still famous novel.
The document provides a history of comic books from their origins in newspaper comic strips in 1895 to the present day. It discusses the Golden, Silver, Bronze, and Iron Ages of American comics defined by major developments. It also covers the rise of manga in Japan, influenced by American comics brought by soldiers after WWII, and the growing popularity of webcomics in the late 1990s and 2000s online.
Graphic novels differ from comic books in that they are longer narrative works bound like books rather than monthly serialized issues. While comics were originally for entertainment, graphic novels address more serious topics for adult audiences. A key early graphic novel was 1978's 'A Contract with God' which helped establish the format as a serious literary medium, like 1986's 'Maus' which won a Pulitzer Prize.
This document provides an overview of Japanese anime, including its historical and cultural influences, predominant forms, and recurring themes. It discusses how anime was influenced by traditional Japanese art forms like ukiyo-e prints, kabuki theatre, bunraku puppetry, and manga. Common themes in anime include dystopian futures, cyborgs, the relationship between humans and technology, and apocalyptic visions. Key directors and films are mentioned, such as Hayao Miyazaki's Spirited Away and Akira by Katsuhiro Otomo. The document also explores how anime's aesthetic style and use of space differs from Western film and how it can represent a global, stateless culture.
Review of the exhibition "Morrie Turner, Creator of Wee Pals Cartoon: a 45 Year Retrospective" at the San Francisco Public Library October 2009. Discusses the long and wide ranging career of this award winning cartoonist.
Song Byeok was born in North Korea and chosen to be a propaganda artist, but suffered during the famine of the 1990s when his father drowned crossing into China for food. He was imprisoned in a labor camp, but escaped to South Korea in 2001. As an artist in South Korea, he uses techniques from his propaganda training to satirize and expose life in North Korea, including paintings depicting Kim Jong-Il in drag. His work aims to give hope to those still suffering in North Korea and show the importance of human dignity and freedom.
The document provides a history of manga from its origins in medieval Japanese scrolls through its development in the 20th century. It notes that manga was influenced by western comics and political cartoons after World War 2. Osamu Tezuka is described as the "God of Manga" for introducing cinematic techniques like cameras that simulated movement. His manga Astro Boy and Machiko Hasegawa's Sazae-san were influential postwar works. Manga flourished in the postwar years through rental libraries and paper theater. Genres like shonen, shojo, and gekiga further developed. Anime emerged from manga and grew internationally popular through works like Pokemon and Spirited Away. Key differences between manga and
The comic book originated in prehistoric cave drawings and developed over centuries with influences from ancient Egypt, medieval Europe, and 19th century newspapers. The modern comic strip was established in the late 1800s/early 1900s with characters like the Yellow Kid. Comic books then grew tremendously in popularity in the 1930s-40s due to characters like Popeye, Superman, and Batman. Throughout the 20th century, comics continued to evolve and new genres like underground comics emerged, while popular characters included Spider-Man, X-Men, Spawn, and many others. Brazilian comics also have a long history dating back to the 19th century.
This thesis examines how Virgil's Aeneid shaped national identity in Augustus' Rome and how post-9/11 American superhero films do the same. It analyzes both works through the lenses of instrumentalism and ethnosymbolism to see how they use myths, symbols, and icons to influence audiences and promote certain values and ideals. Specifically, it looks at how the Aeneid promoted fate and Rome's destiny, and how superhero films embody the "City on a Hill" ideal and reflect post-9/11 anxieties, while still creating a sense of national unity and loyalty.
The document contains questions about science fiction works, authors, and characters. It asks the reader to identify titles, authors, and other details from excerpts and images provided.
This document provides a history of anime and manga from their origins to modern times. It discusses how early manga developed from animal scrolls and temple wall paintings in medieval Japan. In the 1600s, woodblock prints known as edo became popular forms of manga. The term "manga" first appeared in 1815. After World War 2, Osamu Tezuka debuted manga for children and helped establish the anime industry with the first television anime series, Astro Boy, in 1963. Anime continued to evolve and spread globally through the 20th century with influential works and the growth of new technologies and genres. Art styles in anime progressed significantly over time as well.
The document provides an overview of comic books and manga, including their history and some famous artists. It discusses how comic books evolved from newspaper strips and early illustrations, and how genres like superheroes became popular. For manga, it describes how works like picture scrolls and Astro Boy influenced the development of modern manga. It then profiles several influential manga artists, including Osamu Tezuka, Masamune Shirow, and Masashi Kishimoto.
The Problem of Evil 59www.jrfm.eu 2017, 31, 59–74Toufic.docxarnoldmeredith47041
The Problem of Evil | 59www.jrfm.eu 2017, 3/1, 59–74
Toufic El-Khoury
The Problem of Evil in
DC Universe Animated Movies, 2007–2016
DC Multiverse, an Ironic Illustration of Leibniz’s Theodicy?
ABstrACt
this article explores the question of evil and its metaphysical and moral implications
in a series of animated movie adaptations of the DC Universe produced since 2006.
the contemporary evolution of the medium, called the “iron Age of comics”, has
seen the auto-reflexive nature of comics produce problems and themes related to the
main question discussed in Christian theodicy: how can we perceive and define the
possibility of evil in a world where God’s omnipotence should have eliminated such
a possibility? Moreover, why does evil seem to spread indefinitely in spite of all the
efforts deployed by superheroes to stop evil? We will discuss the problem of evil as a
natural narrative topic in light of comics’ mythological and religious roots and with a
particular study case: DC Comics Multiverse as an illustration of Leibniz’s “best of all
possible worlds” argument.
KeyWOrDs
DC comics, animated movies, cinema, theodicy, problem of evil, Leibniz.
BiOGrAPhy
Toufic El-Khoury is a lecturer and coordinator at the Académie Libanaise des Beaux-
Arts and at the Université saint-Joseph, Beirut. he holds an MA in Philosophy (Uni-
versité saint-Joseph) and a PhD in film studies (Université Paris Diderot – Paris 7). he
is the director of the collection “Cinématographies” (Orizons, Paris) and the author
of La comédie hollywoodienne classique (1929–1945): Structure triadique et médiations
du désir (2016).
As the result of external or intra-generic influences, every movie genre organ-
izes and matures in its aesthetics, its codes, and its thematic, triggering the cu-
riosity of philosophy.1 In the field of Film Studies, philosophers have recently
1 We follow the definition of a movie genre suggested by Rick Altman and Raphaëlle Moine: the se-
mantic-syntactic-pragmatic definition. The semantic elements are the narrative and visuals codes, the
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become interested in movies, intrigued not only by selected authors or film
aesthetics, but also by movie genres. following the interest of stanley Cavell
in hollywood comedy and melodrama, other philosophers have explored the
codes and themes of established genres: Robert Pippin with film noir and the
Western2 and, in France, Eric Dufour with horror movies and science fiction.3
Movies and TV series adapted from comics and, more specifically, from the
superhero genre are starting to attract interest beyond the circle of critics and
film historians.4 the superhero movie is still at its beginning, whereas superhero
comics have a longer and richer history, but with the release and success of
Spider-Man (sam raimi, Us 2002) and the steady production of superhero mov-
ies since 2002, the superhero genre has take.
The document provides an overview of the history and evolution of comics, highlighting key comic artists from different eras. It discusses how comics progressed from early simplistic newspaper strips to more complex graphic novels. Important Golden Age artists included Will Eisner and Osamu Tezuka, while Gil Kane, Jim Lee, and Frank Miller made significant contributions during the Silver and Bronze Ages, developing new styles and pushing creative boundaries.
This document contains clues and questions for a comics quiz. It includes:
1. A manga series set during the Vietnam War called X follows three anthropomorphic animal soldiers.
2. Will Eisner and Bob Kane were high school friends who both went on to create influential comics characters.
3. A new character inspired by Gandhi will be introduced in an upcoming Asterix comic set in India.
The document consists of clues, trivia questions and excerpts about comics characters, stories and creators. It seems to be providing material for a quiz about comics history, characters and stories.
PhD Research Proposal of Kaushal Desai (PPT)Kaushal Desai
My PhD research proposal entitled “Manifestation of New Historicism in Select Graphic Novels of Art Spiegelman, Will Eisner and Alan Moore”. Right now I am pursuing my PhD from Department of English, Shri Govind Guru University, Godhra. I have joined PhD in the faculty of Arts and in English subject. My guide is Dr. Anuragsinh D. Puvar. My PhD Registration No is 2010681.
There are different ways to define comics, including formalist and sociocultural approaches. Formalist definitions focus on artistic elements like panels, word balloons, and sequencing, while sociocultural definitions examine historical and social contexts. Some definitions combine both approaches. The way comics are defined shapes the histories that are constructed, such as whether comics originate in 15th century mass reproduction or 19th century American newspaper strips.
There are different ways to define comics, including formalist and sociocultural approaches. Formalist definitions focus on artistic elements like panels, word balloons, and sequencing, while sociocultural definitions examine historical and social contexts. Some definitions combine both approaches. The way comics are defined shapes the histories that are constructed, such as origins in newspaper strips in the late 19th century versus 15th century mass reproduction. There is no single agreed upon definition or history of comics.
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Censorship & Superbodies: The Creative Odyssey of Margaret HarrisonKim A Munson
Margaret Harrison is a British artist known for her feminist pop artworks that critique censorship, gender roles, and war. Her 1971 solo show featured pieces like "He's Only A Bunny Boy But He's Quite Nice Really" and reimaginings of Captain America that transformed the character for the Vietnam War era. Harrison went on to create more Captain America art in 1997 and 2009 that commented on America's shifting global power and longings for the past. Her art blends pop culture icons with social and political commentary.
Interview with artist Mark Bode about a series of exhibitions, his mural work and the cartoon concerts. Originally published on the Comics Journal blog.
60 Years of Beetle Bailey: A Tribute to Mort WalkerKim A Munson
This exhibition at the Cartoon Art Museum celebrates the 60-year career of Mort Walker, the creator of the Beetle Bailey comic strip. The show was curated by Brian Walker, Mort Walker's son, and traces the evolution of the characters and Walker's drawing style over the decades. It also examines how the strip addressed and was influenced by social and cultural issues of the time. The exhibition provides insight into Walker's process and long-running success as a cartoonist through daily strips, drawings of character developments, and artifacts from his career.
Presentation on the history of the union label movement, given 9/12 at the Union Label & Service Trades convention in triburte to the 100th anniversary of the department.
This is an update of a 2006 SFSU art history presentation exploring the history and evolution of the AFL-CIO hand-in-hand logo, that I am posting in honor of the upcoming AFL-CIO convention and the 100 year anniversary of the Union Label and Service Trades Department.
I will be presenting on the history of the union label movement at the ULSTD's convention on 9/12. This presentation for academic/educational purposes only.
Evolution of an Emblem: the Arm & HammerKim A Munson
July 19 (Sunday) 1:00 PM (Free) Labor Archives and Research Center - SFSU 480 Winston Dr. SF. Presentation by Kim Munson. How did the arm and hammer end up on all those baking soda boxes? Art Historian Kim Munson shares her investigation of the origins of the arm & hammer from Greco-Roman myth and its role as an early union labor icon to its current usage as the Socialist Labor Party emblem and baking soda trademark.
Hosted by the Labor Archives and Research Center. Contact: larc@sfsu.edu Phone: 415-564-4010
Revisting The Comic Art Show: Whitney Museum 1983Kim A Munson
This presentation features new research about the Comic Art Show (1983), the first show to treat comic art, graffiti, modern art and early post-modern art as equals under the sponsorship of a major New York art museum (the Whitney Museum of American Art's Downtown branch). This presentation includes comments by John Carlin (co-curator) and exhibition photos courtesy of the Frances Mulhall Achilles Library at the Whitney Museum of American Art.
I will be presenting on the "Comics and Museums" panel at San Diego Comic Con on Sunday (7/26) at 1:00pm in room 30AB with Michael Dooley and Denis Kitchen.
Talk from PCA/ACA national conference (New Orleans) 2009 about the relationship between comic art and museums. Looks at The Comic Art Show (1983), High & Low (1990), Masters of American Comics (2005) & Tezuka, Marvel of Manga (2007).
Companion paper "Beyond High & Low" is available here http://www.mg-km.com/kmhome.html.
The images supplied in this presentation are intended for academic purposes only; text is copyright Kim Munson, rights to images are held by their respective owners.
San Francisco Labor Landmark PhotographyKim A Munson
Stunning photography by artists Wendy Crittenden and Tom Griscom in contrasting styles, featuring locations important to the San Francisco labor movement. Exhibition catalog is available on iTunes and Blurb print on demand: http://blur.by/1zhkQ0r
The images supplied in this presentation are intended for academic purposes only; text is copyright Kim Munson, rights to images are held by Griscom and Crittenden.
This work will be on display at the Special Collections Gallery, J. Paul Leonard Library, San Francisco State University, March 19 - August 9, 2015. Opening event April 2.
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Leonardo DiCaprio, A name synonymous with Hollywood excellence. is not only known for his stellar acting career but also for his impressive real estate investments. The "Leonardo DiCaprio house" is a topic that piques the interest of many. as the Oscar-winning actor has amassed a diverse portfolio of luxurious properties. DiCaprio's homes reflect his varied tastes and commitment to sustainability. from retreats to historic mansions. This article will delve into the fascinating world of Leonardo DiCaprio's real estate. Exploring the details of his most notable residences. and the unique aspects that make them stand out.
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Leonardo DiCaprio House: Malibu Beachfront Retreat
A Prime Location
His Malibu beachfront house is one of the most famous properties in Leonardo DiCaprio's real estate portfolio. Situated in the exclusive Carbon Beach. also known as "Billionaire's Beach," this property boasts stunning ocean views and private beach access. The "Leonardo DiCaprio house" in Malibu is a testament to the actor's love for the sea and his penchant for luxurious living.
Architectural Highlights
The Malibu house features a modern design with clean lines, large windows. and open spaces blending indoor and outdoor living. The expansive deck and patio areas provide ample space for entertaining guests or enjoying a quiet sunset. The house has state-of-the-art amenities. including a gourmet kitchen, a home theatre, and many guest suites.
Sustainable Features
Leonardo DiCaprio is a well-known environmental activist. whose Malibu house reflects his commitment to sustainability. The property incorporates solar panels, energy-efficient appliances, and sustainable building materials. The landscaping around the house is also designed to be water-efficient. featuring drought-resistant plants and intelligent irrigation systems.
Leonardo DiCaprio House: Hollywood Hills Hideaway
Privacy and Seclusion
Another remarkable property in Leonardo DiCaprio's collection is his Hollywood Hills house. This secluded retreat offers privacy and tranquility. making it an ideal escape from the hustle and bustle of Los Angeles. The "Leonardo DiCaprio house" in Hollywood Hills nestled among lush greenery. and offers panoramic views of the city and surrounding landscapes.
Design and Amenities
The Hollywood Hills house is a mid-century modern gem characterized by its sleek design and floor-to-ceiling windows. The open-concept living space is perfect for entertaining. while the cozy bedrooms provide a comfortable retreat. The property also features a swimming pool, and outdoor dining area. and a spacious deck that overlooks the cityscape.
Environmental Initiatives
The Hollywood Hills house incorporates several green features that are in line with DiCaprio's environmental values. The home has solar panels, energy-efficient lighting, and a rainwater harvesting system. Additionally, the landscaping designed to support local wildlife and promote
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Leonardo DiCaprio is synonymous with Hollywood stardom and acclaimed performances. has a unique connection with one of America's most beloved sports events—the Super Bowl. The "Leonardo DiCaprio Super Bowl" phenomenon combines the worlds of cinema and sports. drawing attention from fans of both domains. This article delves into the multifaceted relationship between DiCaprio and the Super Bowl. exploring his appearances at the event, His involvement in Super Bowl advertisements. and his cultural impact that bridges the gap between these two massive entertainment industries.
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Leonardo DiCaprio: The Hollywood Icon
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Leonardo Wilhelm DiCaprio was born in Los Angeles, California, on November 11, 1974. His journey to stardom began at a young age with roles in television commercials and educational programs. DiCaprio's breakthrough came with his portrayal of Luke Brower in the sitcom "Growing Pains" and later as Tobias Wolff in "This Boy's Life" (1993). where he starred alongside Robert De Niro.
Rise to Stardom
DiCaprio's career skyrocketed with his performance in "What's Eating Gilbert Grape" (1993). earning him his first Academy Award nomination. He continued to gain acclaim with roles in "Romeo + Juliet" (1996) and "Titanic" (1997). the latter of which cemented his status as a global superstar. Over the years, DiCaprio has showcased his versatility in films like "The Aviator" (2004). "Start" (2010), and "The Revenant" (2015), for which he finally won an Academy Award for Best Actor.
Environmental Activism
Beyond his film career, DiCaprio is also renowned for his environmental activism. He established the Leonardo DiCaprio Foundation in 1998, focusing on global conservation efforts. His commitment to ecological issues often intersects with his public appearances. including those related to the Super Bowl.
The Super Bowl: An American Institution
History and Significance
The Super Bowl is the National Football League (NFL) championship game. is one of the most-watched sporting events in the world. First played in 1967, the Super Bowl has evolved into a cultural phenomenon. featuring high-profile halftime shows, memorable advertisements, and significant media coverage. The event attracts a diverse audience, from avid sports fans to casual viewers. making it a prime platform for celebrities to appear.
Entertainment and Advertisements
The Super Bowl is not only about football but also about entertainment. The halftime show features performances by some of the biggest names in the music industry. while the commercials are often as anticipated as the game itself. Companies invest millions in Super Bowl ads. creating iconic and sometimes controversial commercials that capture public attention.
Leonardo DiCaprio's Super Bowl Appearances
A Celebrity Among the Fans
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The notion of Dwayne Johnson kidnapping seems straight out of a Hollywood thriller. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, known for his larger-than-life persona, immense popularity. and action-packed filmography, is the last person anyone would envision being a victim of kidnapping. Yet, the bizarre and riveting tale of such an incident, filled with twists and turns. has captured the imagination of many. In this article, we delve into the intricate details of this astonishing event. exploring every aspect, from the dramatic rescue operation to the aftermath and the lessons learned.
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Dwayne Johnson: A Brief Background
Before discussing the specifics of the kidnapping. it is crucial to understand who Dwayne Johnson is and why his kidnapping would be so significant. Born May 2, 1972, Dwayne Douglas Johnson is an American actor, producer, businessman. and former professional wrestler. Known by his ring name, "The Rock," he gained fame in the World Wrestling Federation (WWF, now WWE) before transitioning to a successful career in Hollywood.
Johnson's filmography includes blockbuster hits such as "The Fast and the Furious" series, "Jumanji," "Moana," and "San Andreas." His charismatic personality, impressive physique. and action-star status have made him a beloved figure worldwide. Thus, the news of his kidnapping would send shockwaves across the globe.
Setting the Scene: The Day of the Kidnapping
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But, beneath the veneer of normalcy, a sinister plot was unfolding. Unbeknownst to Johnson and his team, a group of criminals had planned his abduction. hoping to leverage his celebrity status for a hefty ransom. The stage was set for an event that would soon dominate worldwide headlines and social media feeds.
The Abduction: Unfolding the Dwayne Johnson Kidnapping
The Moment of Capture
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The abduction was executed with military precision. A group of masked men, armed and organized, infiltrated the set. They created chaos, taking advantage of the confusion to isolate Johnson. Johnson was outnumbered and caught off guard despite his formidable strength and fighting skills. The kidnappers overpowered him, bundled him into a waiting vehicle. and sped away, leaving everyone on set in a state of shock and disbelief.
The Immediate Aftermath
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Korean Comics: A Society Through Small Frames
1. Korean Comics: A Society Through Small Frames – exhibition review by Kim
Munson.
This review was originally posted on my blog at http://kmunson-mac.blogspot.com/2010/05/korean-comics-society-
through-small.html on May 17, 2010, and has been printed in hard copy in the International Journal of Comic Art.
Korean Comics: A Society Through Small Frames, curated by the Korea Society at
the San Francisco Public Library (March 13-June 13, 2010)
This exhibition, hung in the library’s large Jewett Gallery (lower level), displayed
83 framed works by twenty-one Korean cartoonists (based in both North and
South) to give library patrons insight into contemporary Korean culture. The
works shown were all printed pages or reproductions published since the mid-
1950’s (no original drawings). I didn’t view the lack of original artwork as any sort
of handicap, and felt that seeing the printed pages lent a sense of immediacy to
the show. The works explored a wide range of topics including social
commentary, historical dramas, fantasies of personal empowerment, action
stories, fairy tales, feminist characters and political propaganda. The example on the left is a
panel from the newspaper strip Kobau by Kim Seong Hwan.There were many media
represented such as newspaper comic strips, political cartoons, children’s magazines, comic
books and compilation novels. Throughout the exhibition, reproductions of the panels with
English translation were available (and greatly appreciated).
On entering the gallery, one immediately encounters a large cover drawing from Chumŏk
Taejang (Fist Boss, published 1958-1994) created by Kim Won Bin (b. 1935, China), depicting a
young girl energetically brandishing a huge Popeye-like fist, ponytail and school girl skirt
swinging. Possessed of supernatural mental and physical abilities, Kim Won Bin’s young
characters were iconic symbols of personal empowerment. Also on display were some panels
from the epic serial Four Daughters of Armian (1986-1995) by Shin il-Sook (b. 1962, Korea)
whose stories challenged the tradition of preferential treatment of sons and discrimination
against daughters. I found it interesting that many of her key characters are drawn as Western
style blondes, which she explains as “a way for female readers to indulge
their voyeurism.” Also borrowing from the Western style was Park Bong
Seong (b. 1949, Korea), whose action adventure works include such titles
as Two Year Old Emperor (1983) and A Man Called God (1995-2000). In
these stories average people become strong and influential though
success in business or government and have James Bond-like adventures.
In contrast to these South Korean stories of personal exploration and
power, The Great General Mighty Wing (1990’s), by Cho Pyŏng-Kwon
(story) and Lim Wal-Yong (art) is a story of personal sacrifice for the
greater good written and published with the encouragement and
2. resources of the North Korean government. In this lavishly illustrated (cover illustration on the
left), full color comic series an army of anthropomorphic Socialist bees protect “The Garden of
One Thousand Flowers.” The title character became iconic within N. Korea in the 1990’s as a
symbol of loyalty to the government and their brand of communism.
Also included in the exhibition were Park Ki Jeong, Kim Seong Huan, Kim Yong Hwan, Shin Mu
Su, Kil Chang Deok, Yoon Sweng Un, Kim Soo Jung, Kim Tai-Kwon, Hwang Mina, Kim Hyeong
Bae, Park Soo Kong, and others. I was please to see that the library had available a handout
with an extensive bibliography highlighting the Korean graphic novels, manga, comic books and
other comics reference works in their ever-growing collection. Concurrently, the library also
had a comics themed film series Beyond Superheroes (screening Ghost World, Persepolis,
Chasing Amy and Dick Tracy) and an exhibition entitled Coloring Outside the Lines: Black
Cartoonists as Social Commentator, curated by Kheven LaGrone, who recently produced SFPL’s
well received Morrie Turner retrospective. This show featured original drawings by Darrin Bell,
Stephen Bentley, Cory Thomas, Jerry Craft, Keith Knight, Morrie Turner, Nate Creekmore,
Brumsic Brandon Jr., Barbara Brandon-Croft and Makeda Rashidi.