This framed quote hangs above my 5-year-old son’s “costume corner” that overflows with capes, masks, and uncomfortable looking unitards. I am not sure that he truly understands the meaning of this iconic quote, although I am positive that he believes in the power of Spider-Man. Superhero films take place in epic settings under extraordinarily challenging circumstances. The best ones, at their heart, represent a grounded story with an astonishing level of humanity. Beyond the special effects and flashy cinematography, modern-day superheroes cope with the human experience and help viewers connect to the part of themselves that believes in redemption, potential, and a little bit of magic. Heroes have no shortage of traumatic experiences, although what sets them apart, and gives people hope, is the strength of their character that allows them to overcome. Perhaps less flashy but equally important is the fact that behind every superhero is an unwavering source of support and emotional fuel in the form of a caregiver, a mentor, and/or a true believer.