Cells to celluloid -- comic book movies
The new movie "Marvel's The Avengers" is one of many films that started on the pages of a graphic novel or comic book. What else? From "Spiderman" to "Dick Tracy" and more, here's a round-up of memorable movies (in alphabetical order) that have gone from the cells of a comic book to the celluloid glow of the big screen.
—Nicole Cammorata, Boston.com Staff