The costumes of Douglas Fairbanks were also an influence. The emblem on his chest may have been inspired by the uniforms of athletic teams. Many pulp action heroes such as swashbucklers wore capes. Superman's face was based on Johnny Weissmuller with touches derived from the comic-strip character Dick Tracy and from the work of cartoonist Roy Crane.We don't think a cape would be very aerodynamic for his web-slinging adventures.Champion of Cosplay Dominating the box office in Japan since its initial release last Fall, and continuing its strong run through international territories to become the most successful anime film release of all time, the film is now making its way through the United States. Wanda Costume Weisinger also introduced letters columns in 1958 to encourage feedback and build intimacy with readers.Weisinger retired in 1970 and Julius Schwartz took over. By his own admission, Weisinger had grown out of touch with newer readers.
