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GCSE WJEC Media Studies Textual Investigations Guide: Superhero Films

Comprehensive notes with regular activities supporting study of this genre to complete a textual investigation. Up-to-date discussion of the genre, from comic book origins to the latest films.

  • Structured around genre, narrative and representation, enabling a choice of textual investigations
  • Detailed case studies of Batman Begins and Spider-Man, including analysis of key scenes
  • Glossary and filmography

Coverage includes: genre, characters, representation, ideology, narrative, industry and audience issues.