Superman Man of Steel (2013) Alien Viral Campaign Launched! - Page 7

Midnight Black · 12-14-2012, 09:39 PM

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Originally Posted by DKDetective

Until TDKR, in which the movie becomes rather bipolar in terms of his intelligence level. On one hand, he knows all about fingerprint powders, programming complex searches, and can reprogram autopilot software. On the other hand, he needs Fox to analyze stock market trades and for something as simple as figuring out what sort of detonator Bane is using and how to block it.

Actually that all rather made sense to me. I mean it's not like he cared to learn about analyzing stocks as it didn't enhance his crime-fighting skills. As far as the detonator I'm sure he only had limited knowledge of detonation and militaristic devices of that nature and he was kind of short on time and needed to focus on other things.

The fingerprinting powders made sense because he was sort of a "detective" and the computer stuff also sense he had enough time to browse the web lol.

Kal-El.9859 · 12-14-2012, 09:46 PM

If you need to relate to a comic book character then we have issues....comic books are an escape from reality for me.

BlueLightning · 12-14-2012, 09:55 PM

Can you relate to Spider-Man? Because that's his main appeal, and one of the main reasons is so popular.

Let's just go back to Superman please.

Midnight Black · 12-14-2012, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueLightning

Can you relate to Spider-Man? Because that's his main appeal, and one of the main reasons is so popular.

Let's just go back to Superman please.

Boom lol.

Kal-El.9859 · 12-14-2012, 10:01 PM

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Originally Posted by BlueLightning

Can you relate to Spider-Man? Because that's his main appeal, and one of the main reasons is so popular.

Let's just go back to Superman please.

Who brought up Spider-Man?!?!

And no I can't relate to him because I can't spin webs or crawl up walls

Midnight Black · 12-14-2012, 10:32 PM

I think you are missing the point. A character being relatable just means that they have characteristics and actions that a normal person possess or will do, respectively during times of strife, struggle, etc.

Nolan's Batman is more "realistic" in his response, intelligence, and actions than say comic/cartoon Batman has been represented in many situations. Peter Parker is more relatable to the average nerdy/hipster high school student than many superheroes because of his self-doubt, awkwardness, and lack of feeling like a winner. Cavill's Clark/Supes looks like he will be more relatable in that he questions himself, his place in the world, dealt with learning disabilities due to his powers and therefore made him probably feel isolated, stupid, and a freak as many kids and teens do at times.

Kal-El.9859 · 12-14-2012, 10:34 PM

Well I think other people miss the point that Superman is "relatable" as well. You don't think his heart hurts and he feels sadness when his father dies? I think MOST people on Earth experience sadness....

Heat Vision · 12-14-2012, 10:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Kal-El.9859

If you need to relate to a comic book character then we have issues....comic books are an escape from reality for me.

We share the same view on this.

Kal-El.9859 · 12-14-2012, 10:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Heat Vision

We share the same view on this.

I just don't get why people need to relate to comic book characters...

Midnight Black · 12-14-2012, 11:09 PM

I don't think it is that people NEED to relate to the characters, but rather find out that they do relate to them in some way and it makes the connections to the characters more special for some.

Kal-El.9859 · 12-14-2012, 11:30 PM

Maybe so...

DKDetective · 12-15-2012, 12:29 AM

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Originally Posted by Kal-El.9859

I just don't get why people need to relate to comic book characters...

Because it make the story more thrilling and enjoyable? You are more emotionally invested. It also makes characters come to life if you can understand the human emotions that drive them. The fact that comic books are escapist fantasy makes this even more true. If you can identify with the hero, you can pretend to be him or her and that is what fantasy is all about. It's a big part of Superman's success. At his most basic, Clark Kent is a bumbling nerd ignored by everyone who is secretly more, a daring superhero beloved by all. Wish fulfillment is all the more effective when the hero is more relatable.

Filmboy · 12-15-2012, 12:33 AM

Just wondering, is Jimmy Olsen in Man of Steel?

Kal-El.9859 · 12-15-2012, 12:39 AM

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Originally Posted by DKDetective

Because it make the story more thrilling and enjoyable? You are more emotionally invested. It also makes characters come to life if you can understand the human emotions that drive them. The fact that comic books are escapist fantasy makes this even more true. If you can identify with the hero, you can pretend to be him or her and that is what fantasy is all about. It's a big part of Superman's success. At his most basic, Clark Kent is a bumbling nerd ignored by everyone who is secretly more, a daring superhero beloved by all. Wish fulfillment is all the more effective when the hero is more relatable.

I just want them to tell a good story...

Midnight Black · 12-15-2012, 01:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Filmboy

Just wondering, is Jimmy Olsen in Man of Steel?

He better be a blogger or up on the new technologies; twitter, youtube, fb. He better not just take pics for the Dailyplanet. I want to see Jimmy be the man in his own little world. No bow ties this time though lol.

Gianakin_ · 12-17-2012, 01:15 AM

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Originally Posted by BlueLightning

Listen, I agree that Nolan's Batman toned down some aspects of Bruce's personality while grounding the films. On the trilogy, Batman is made to be more relatable, more human if you will, but still extraordinary.

The baseless hyperboles are annoying.

Thank you.

Gianakin_ · 12-17-2012, 01:17 AM

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Originally Posted by Kal-El.9859

I just want them to tell a good story...

And a good story doesn't feature a relatable protagonist?

Cranny21 · 12-17-2012, 10:12 AM

I thought this was a thread about the 'viral' campaign? Is there no new information on that?

Rust · 12-17-2012, 10:57 AM

Yeah, I noticed that the site now says "WE HAVE LEARNED THAT THE ORIGIN OF THE SIGNAL IS ON EARTH..."

Dunno how long it's been saying that, but I guess the viral could still be on and they might continue in that direction.

TheDarKnight720 · 12-17-2012, 07:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Rust

Yeah, I noticed that the site now says "WE HAVE LEARNED THAT THE ORIGIN OF THE SIGNAL IS ON EARTH..."

Dunno how long it's been saying that, but I guess the viral could still be on and they might continue in that direction.

Yeah i think that is new.

sf2 · 12-17-2012, 08:35 PM

so more guessing games?

12-14-2012, 09:46 PM	#152
Kal-El.9859 I WILL FIND HIM!!! Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Smallville/Metropolis Posts: 7,349	Re: Superman Man of Steel (2013) Alien Viral Campaign Launched! If you need to relate to a comic book character then we have issues....comic books are an escape from reality for me. __________________ My father believed, if the world found out who I really was, they'd reject me...out of fear. He was convinced that the world wasn't ready. What do you think? -Superman

12-14-2012, 09:55 PM	#153
BlueLightning Caballero de la Luz Join Date: Mar 2008 Posts: 2,089	Re: Superman Man of Steel (2013) Alien Viral Campaign Launched! Can you relate to Spider-Man? Because that's his main appeal, and one of the main reasons is so popular. Let's just go back to Superman please. __________________ "Madness is the emergency exit. You can just step outside, and close the door on all those dreadful things that happened. You can lock them away... forever." The Joker "Batman: Promises" "Harley Quinn: Ridiculous Thoughts" "La Broma Mortal"

12-14-2012, 10:32 PM	#156
Midnight Black Deeeaaaddd Giveaway!!! Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Circle City (Naptown) Posts: 3,067	Re: Superman Man of Steel (2013) Alien Viral Campaign Launched! I think you are missing the point. A character being relatable just means that they have characteristics and actions that a normal person possess or will do, respectively during times of strife, struggle, etc. Nolan's Batman is more "realistic" in his response, intelligence, and actions than say comic/cartoon Batman has been represented in many situations. Peter Parker is more relatable to the average nerdy/hipster high school student than many superheroes because of his self-doubt, awkwardness, and lack of feeling like a winner. Cavill's Clark/Supes looks like he will be more relatable in that he questions himself, his place in the world, dealt with learning disabilities due to his powers and therefore made him probably feel isolated, stupid, and a freak as many kids and teens do at times. __________________ Indiana Hype Group: http://forums.superherohype.com/group.php?groupid=141 Xbox- XKdaAssassin (me and my son's...so be mindful of language used. Thanks!)

12-14-2012, 10:34 PM	#157
Kal-El.9859 I WILL FIND HIM!!! Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Smallville/Metropolis Posts: 7,349	Re: Superman Man of Steel (2013) Alien Viral Campaign Launched! Well I think other people miss the point that Superman is "relatable" as well. You don't think his heart hurts and he feels sadness when his father dies? I think MOST people on Earth experience sadness.... __________________ My father believed, if the world found out who I really was, they'd reject me...out of fear. He was convinced that the world wasn't ready. What do you think? -Superman

12-14-2012, 11:09 PM	#160
Midnight Black Deeeaaaddd Giveaway!!! Join Date: Jun 2008 Location: Circle City (Naptown) Posts: 3,067	Re: Superman Man of Steel (2013) Alien Viral Campaign Launched! I don't think it is that people NEED to relate to the characters, but rather find out that they do relate to them in some way and it makes the connections to the characters more special for some. __________________ Indiana Hype Group: http://forums.superherohype.com/group.php?groupid=141 Xbox- XKdaAssassin (me and my son's...so be mindful of language used. Thanks!)

12-14-2012, 11:30 PM	#161
Kal-El.9859 I WILL FIND HIM!!! Join Date: Jan 2011 Location: Smallville/Metropolis Posts: 7,349	Re: Superman Man of Steel (2013) Alien Viral Campaign Launched! Maybe so... __________________ My father believed, if the world found out who I really was, they'd reject me...out of fear. He was convinced that the world wasn't ready. What do you think? -Superman

12-15-2012, 12:33 AM	#163
Filmboy Banned User Join Date: Oct 2012 Posts: 396	Re: Superman Man of Steel (2013) Alien Viral Campaign Launched! Just wondering, is Jimmy Olsen in Man of Steel?

12-17-2012, 10:12 AM	#168
Cranny21 Side-Kick Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 30	Re: Superman Man of Steel (2013) Alien Viral Campaign Launched! I thought this was a thread about the 'viral' campaign? Is there no new information on that?

12-17-2012, 10:57 AM	#169
Rust First Son Of Yesterday Join Date: Apr 2004 Location: Denmark and out there... Posts: 4,542	Re: Superman Man of Steel (2013) Alien Viral Campaign Launched! Yeah, I noticed that the site now says "WE HAVE LEARNED THAT THE ORIGIN OF THE SIGNAL IS ON EARTH..." Dunno how long it's been saying that, but I guess the viral could still be on and they might continue in that direction. __________________ *"Anyone who has never made a mistake has never tried anything new"*

12-17-2012, 08:35 PM	#171
sf2 Side-Kick Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 2,782	Re: Superman Man of Steel (2013) Alien Viral Campaign Launched! so more guessing games? __________________ STATEMENT OF THE YEAR "The general public still considers superheroes to be silly & nerdy-40 years after Batman went off the air. And people think by dropping a pair of trunks will suddenly stop this? Please." by Kuwasa REMARKS ON THE NEW SUPERMAN IMAGE - Condomman, tramp stamp,

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