Leslie Lee / TruthdigOct 10, 2019
In its depiction of an austerity-wracked Gotham, Todd Phillips has made one of the most subversive and left-leaning major films of 2019. Dig deeper ( 5 Min. Read )
Carrie Rickey / TruthdigJun 2, 2017
Strong acting, a solid script and canny directing -- as well as some unconventional gender politics for a Hollywood production -- make this “Wonder” a winner. Dig deeper ( 3 Min. Read )
BLANKOct 15, 2016
The 75-year-old comic book superhero is adding a special honor to her famous belt: ambassador for the empowerment of women and girls. More power to her -- and all other females. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )
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Alexander Reed Kelly / TruthdigSep 10, 2013
The co-publisher of the iconic comic book said Batwoman can't marry the woman of her dreams because "heroes shouldn't have happy personal lives," The Independent reports. Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigJun 1, 2012
A conservative Christian group calling itself One Million Moms is up in arms about DC Comics’ decision to reveal that one of its well-known characters is gay. The organization is demanding the publisher reverse its decision, because if Superman wants to kiss men, so will your son. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigSep 6, 2011
This Labor Day, it's not just 25 million Americans who are out of a job. In our comic book society, not even female superheroes can find work. (more) Dig deeper ( 2 Min. Read )
Staff / TruthdigFeb 10, 2009
Batman may be about to meet his doom, but, luckily, here comes Batwoman to take up the franchise -- although, alas, not in her own series. Dig deeper ( 1 Min. Read )
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