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Super (2010)

Written and directed by James Gunn this film stars Rainn Wilson, Ellen Page, Liv Tyler and Kevin Bacon. After his wife leaves him a man has a vision and becomes a costumed vigilante in an attempt to win her back.

Released around the same time as Kick Ass (2010) but made on a much smaller budget it is easy to see how this film slipped under the radar but is well worth a look. There is some really dark comedy on show here and while the film takes a little while to hit it's stride the final portion is excellent. It could even be said that there are some issues which most comic book films shy away from that this film is willing to look at.

4/5