What does Dr. Manhattan’s character say about actual superheroes with actual special powers in their relation to the rest of us?

Please choose one of the following for your final essay:

Explore how culture and identity shape the American idea of the superhero, and how The Watchmen challenges it. Specifically, what does Rorschach represent in his attitude towards American culture and what he seems to think his role as a vigilante is. What does Dr. Manhattan’s character say about actual superheroes with actual special powers in their relation to the rest of us?

Explore how culture and identity shape the American ideas of law, order, and justice in The Watchmen. Why does this comic distort American history and politics? How does this effect the role of the superhero or vigilante in their version of the United States, and what commentary might this be on who or what should determine the greater good in society?

Use examples from the comic (and, if you like, the HBO series) to support your position in this 4–5-page minimum essay. Use MLA format, and please be aware that any detection by Turnitin of plagiarism or use of AI will result in a zero for the assignment…so write it yourself!!!

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