This become more clearly in the end of the Infinity Saga on MCU, where the heroes are way more portrayed in epic ways and as gods

thor is already part of mythology

My favourite Marvel hero is Spider-Man because he is fun and relatable. I also really like Green Lantern because I love Sci-Fi, I also really like the X-Men because they face a lot of real life problems and the characters are just amazing. Superman is also one of my favourites I hate it when people say that he is not relatable and boring, the writers have invented all kinds of obstacles for Superman to overcome. So I think he is relatable something you wouldn't think because of all his amazing powers, he is relatable because he is just a normal guy, he was raised by humans and he acts just like one.

Great video Owen! My favourite superhero is Batman, it's not because he is relatable but more because he was the first superhero I read a comic about.And he is just awsome.

Modern Gods... Superman, Batman, Spider-Man, Captain America, Iron Man... and Kite Man...

I wrote this a minute ago, about why superhero stories matter to me: While watching Bob Chipman's "Really That Bad" video critique about Zack Snyder's Batman v. Superman: Dawn of Justice, he talked about why superhero movies mean so much to him that he's willing to create a three-part video series (each video more than an hour's length) criticizing a movie about silly adults fighting each other in spandex. And the thing is, much of what he said mirrors my passion for this particular archetype of movies as well. I'm trying not to use "genre" because superhero movies transcend genre - it can be neo-noir, romance, comedy, science fiction, horror, character study drama, political thriller, crime thriller, and many more. That's one of the reasons Bob mentioned for his love of superhero movies, and aside from this fluidity being one of my reasons as well, I think I speak for many superhero fans as well. And I think the reason I'm compelled to write about this is that, in spite of how popular and ubiquitous superhero movies have become... I still can't help feel lonely at times in terms of being the only one who cares that much about these men in capes, especially around forum communities like this. If anything, superhero movies almost feel like they belong to a younger demographic, and many of the older peers I've acquainted with either have much more serious issues in real life they care about, or they grew up with older movie "genres" like sci-fi of the '50s-'70s or even the westerns of old. I've come across at least one person who has told me that he simply just doesn't care about superheroes enough to be that passionate about a superhero movie I could spend an entire day (or week) raving about. With that being said, why are superhero movies so important for me? Well, to understand my sentiment, one merely has to look back at what storytelling means to each generation. In the 18th Century, we had Greek Mythologies like Hercules, Prometheus and Homer's Iliad; 19th Century, we had westerns and cowboys; 20th Century, mafia fiction, spy fiction and science fiction; and now, 21st Century, the westerns of the modern world as Steven Spielberg observed, the superhero movies - and that was just the first two decades (yes, I'm trying to channel my best Peter Weyland impression). Aside from having the potential to embodying multiple genres, these stories have always been a gateway to explore ideologies and societal cultures reflected in each century. Just like how Greek myths sought to explain the mystical and inexplicable phenomenon people encountered back then through the use of gods and demigods, superhero stories provided a window of not just escapist fantasy, but beginning from the Silver Age of Comics in the '70s, tackled more grounded societal problems of drug abuse and disfranchised minorities - The X-Men, Spider-Man, Green Lantern, Batman, etc. They all evolved as avatars of fiction to play out real life issues like actors on a grandiose stage. They are the gods now. And it is for that reason that someone like me who's tired and frustrated by the stress and mundanities of real life problems that I seek out a more fantastical medium to explore those problems in a more engaging manner. Even as a kid growing up watching American blockbusters like Aliens, Terminator 2 and Back to the Future, I've held this belief that movies can be a gateway to discuss real life problems in an entertaining manner. That belief became more than a little extreme at times back then, such that I believed that the best movies combine engaging entertainment with thoughtful didacticism... and any other movie that fails to do this simply isn't entertaining or intelligent enough. My views have mellowed a lot since my youth, but I do still believe that movies have that amazing potential to talk about life in such a bright and vibrant way - Superhero movies all the more so, with their bright-colored costumes and exaggerated personas. This power of storytelling to grab someone's attention on a global scale while incorporating meaningful life lessons within such entertainment is amazing, and I grew up being impressed by storytelling as a tool. Superhero movies' ability to further improve upon the technique makes me fall in love with it, to see the infinite possibilities this newfound fire granted by the Prometheuses of our time can move us forward as a species, telling stories and shaping our ideologies and perspectives. It all sounds like hyperbole, but reality speaks for itself, how these movies have earned the devotion of billions almost like a newfound religion, a new geek culture zeitgeist that mirrors the Star Wars fandom in the '80s. And that, long story short, is why superhero movies mean that much to me, and why I continue and will continue to write about them so often, from week to week, month to month, and so on. While countless writers out there devote countless hours into discussing politics and societal issues everyday, I simply find it more interesting to do so via a more fantastical medium. And if you'll indulge me as a reader, I would love to discuss with you all of life's various joys and anxieties as well, albeit through the magical lenses of storytelling.

it absolutely is the modern mythology. And fulfills the same psychological needs.

you really do in my opinion the best comic/superhero videos on youtube. you always go into such detail and its just plain awesome keep it up :)

This video was exceptionally well done. I really enjoyed listening to it and I agree with your position!

Fantastic video, Owen. Very well researched and thought out. Keep up the great work!

Good to see another of one of your vids. Right after picking up the weekly comics

I'm loving these video essays, Owen, they're super informative-- I really like the depth in which you explain it, it's just really enjoyable, man!

The most interesting conflict in superhero fiction is not good vs evil or order vs chaos. It's chivalry vs modernity.

Didn't Zack Snyder quote that, unlike the marvel movies, they are like mythology? You probably already knew this, but I just wanted to say.

A few critiques I have for this video essay. I love the idea as a whole but wish there was more details on the trinity of wonder woman, bat man and super man. Another is I would have loved to hear more parallel on other super heros and old mythos, not just supper man. Examples between flash and hermes, a long with how they tie into the comparison, Ect. Hands down this is a wonderful video and essay and have enjoyed watching it. Keep up the good work, I for sure plan to check out more of your content.

This is one of the best videos that i return to time after time.

Great analysis!

Great video, I agree. I've never been a huge fan of the X-Men, but their parallel to the struggle of minorities and especially Magneto gaining his power by the evil of the Nazis has always intrigued me. Catharsis achieved by reading their struggle and having evil beget evil actions through Magnetos violent means of securing a future for mutantkind. Lends itself greatly to creating a modern mythos.

Nicely done bro. My favourite superhero is the Phoenix!

Nice video !

Wow... Great analysis

One other connection between Superman and Judeo-Christian God is in his name. Kal-El. The "El" suffix is typically associated with God, with one of his many names being Elohim, and other divine figures, like the Angels Michael and Gabriel. Lastly, it's also tied to Christ and the name Emmanuel and Noel as the alternative name of Christmas.

Another amazing video

excelent video!

Two superheroes inspired me to become a superhero Superman Batman

Superman is heavily drawn from Lord Krishna

great video man

This is like the Percy Jackson books.

What country are you from?

What about SPIDERMAN?! He's my favorite.

1000 Years from now: As you can see class, this was USAian Mythology, Usaian Heros with supernatural powers and God like beings, who's heard of H.P Lovecraft mythos? Yes imagine them against these heroes!

You need more subs

Are tokusatsu superheroes are also part of the modern mythology, gods among us?

Segal was jewish though, so the idea of superman being conceived as a massianic "jesus figure" is unlikely, he more likely intended superman to be viewed like a biblical judge or an ancient israelite warrior like samson or david. Billy B. from wolfenstein (reboot) also exhibits a lot of judge-like characteristics too, lots of biblical allusions in the new order.

Hindu gods are also huge in India, hence why super hero movies from the west do so well in India. Supermans' story is very similar to Lord Krishna, the supreme worldly avatar or vessel for God

I am always spider man fan

I wouldn't be surprised if we see start seeing Temples for superheroes 😂

spiderman honestly seems more like jesus to me - think about it.

Yes and Yay Know We Know Superheroes are All Modern Mythology=Modern-Fantasy Says Me...

And Wonder Woman

I'm commenting because I want a KZfaqr to finally notice me

The religious people in this comment section should chill out. No one's trying to replace Jesus with superheroes.

Bruh

Moses and david actually happened

Good video, but I have to say this. Jesus, Moses, and David and Goliath are historical figures (Jesus obviously being God and Son of God according to Christianity), not mythical figures. Also, we don't worship superheroes, we just enjoy their stories.

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Superman is not Jesus or Moises. He was inspired by them, but make it obius is stupid.

superheroes are not morden day gods! They are a Product that is copyrighted I like superheros but I will never whoship them.

Outlived do you not see the danger the writers can change the origins and people will forgett The originals most people will think of loki and thor as brothers i cant i will not disrespect my own culture loki is odins brother and most people will never know this

In this is why ciomcs are dieing.

Accept no substitutes, there is only ONE Almighty Being, Yahweh the Father, Creator, and King over all and one Master Yahushua the Messiah, the first born, the redeeming and intercessor, the king over all the kings of the Earth.

Superman truly is the boringest super hero EVER. Seriously. He is intolerably invincible, making no challenge whatsoever. Then the bad guy gets some kryptonite, Superman is almost defeated, then Superman wins at the end. That's every single plot because kryptonite is his only weakness. Maybe he was relevant back in the 30s or whenever the hell he was created, but nowadays, that shit is DULL.

Christ isn't a myth.

There is only one superhero....Jesus. All the "comics" out there are now responsible for the knowledge of the only truth in any galaxy.