
Spider-Man, The Amazing
PG-13, 2012, Sony Pictures Releasing
Director:
Marc Webb
Starring:
Andrew Garfield, Emma Stone, Denis Leary, Rhys Ifans, Martin Sheen, Sally Field, Irfan Khan, Campbell Scott, C. Thomas Howell, Embeth Davidtz
Plot:
Peter Parker finds a clue that might help him understand why his parents disappeared when he was young. His path puts him on a collision course with Dr. Curt Connors, his father's former partner.
1
Boy stands up for kid being bullied
Themes: Bullying, Confronting Evil, Helping Others, Peer Pressure, Teen Issues
2
Scientist hopes to genetically eradicate sickness
Themes: Creation vs Evolution, Healing, New Creation, Resurrection, Sickness, Weakness
3
Boy can't control newfound physical strength
Themes: Discipline, Self-Control, Strength
4
Father admonishes son for seeking vengeance
Themes: Father-Son, Forgiveness, Loving Enemies, Revenge, Vengeance
5
Man believes in duty to do good where able
Themes: Duty, Father-Son, Helping Others, Parenting, Responsibility, Self-Sacrifice
6
Boy's apathy toward evil results in uncle's death
Themes: Apathy, Confronting Evil, Helping Others
7
Superhero defeats villain with help from friend
Themes: Community, Helplessness, Isolation, Teamwork