An ongoing series dedicated to the superhero. Host Umapagan Ampikaipakan takes an in depth look at how this uniquely American invention has grown, over the last century, to become a global cultural phenomenon and how this modern mythology has come to bear such an incredible influence over our collective cultures.
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Episode #2: Where Were You When Superman Died? (When We Last Left Our Heroes)
More than seventy-five years after he came to life, Superman remains one of the world's most adored and enduring heroes. What better way to understand the modern superhero than with Superman, who taps into our collective psyches more effectively and has lasted longer than almost all other comic book characters...
Episode #2: Where Were You When Superman Died? (When We Last Left Our Heroes)
More than seventy-five years after he came to life, Superman remains one of the world's most adored and enduring heroes. What better way to understand the modern superhero than with Superman, who taps into our collective psyches more effectively and has lasted longer than almost all other comic book characters...
Episode #1: Cape Town (When We Last Left Our Heroes)
Tight. Capes. Truth. Justice. The American Way? Umapagan Ampikaipakan explores the history and evolution of the superhero in this brand new 12-part weekly series. In Episode #1, he speaks to comic historian Scott McCloud and filmmaker Khai Bahar about the enduring appeal and influence of the comic book.
Episode #1: Cape Town (When We Last Left Our Heroes)
Tight. Capes. Truth. Justice. The American Way? Umapagan Ampikaipakan explores the history and evolution of the superhero in this brand new 12-part weekly series. In Episode #1, he speaks to comic historian Scott McCloud and filmmaker Khai Bahar about the enduring appeal and influence of the comic book.