How Long to Read The Contemporary Superhero Film

How Long Does it Take to Read The Contemporary Superhero Film?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 43 minutes to read The Contemporary Superhero Film by Terence McSweeney

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Audiences around the globe continue to flock to see the latest releases from Marvel and DC studios, making it clear that superhero films resonate with the largest global audience that Hollywood has ever reached. Yet despite dominating theater screens like never before, the superhero genre remains critically marginalized—ignored at best and more often actively maligned. Terence McSweeney examines this global phenomenon, providing a concise and up-to-date overview of the superhero genre. He lays out its narrative codes and conventions, exploring why it appeals to diverse audiences and what it has to say about the world in the first two decades of the twenty-first century. Unpacking the social, ideological, and cultural content of superhero films, he argues that the genre should be considered a barometer of contemporary social anxieties and a reflection of cultural values. McSweeney scrutinizes representations of gender, race, and sexuality as well as how the genre’s conventions relate to and comment on contemporary political debates. Beyond American contributions to the genre, the book also features extensive analysis of superhero films from all over the world, contrasting them with the dominant U.S. model. The book’s presentation of a range of case studies and critical debates is accessible and engaging for students, scholars, and enthusiasts at all levels.

How long is The Contemporary Superhero Film?

The Contemporary Superhero Film by Terence McSweeney is 217 pages long, and a total of 55,769 words.

This makes it 73% the length of the average book. It also has 68% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read The Contemporary Superhero Film Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 5 hours and 4 minutes to read The Contemporary Superhero Film aloud.

What Reading Level is The Contemporary Superhero Film?

The Contemporary Superhero Film is suitable for students ages 12 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

When deciding what to show young students always use your best judgement and consult a professional.

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