Superhero film become franchises, "Men in Black" (1997) and "Blade" (1998). After Marvel bought Malibu Comics (The company owned "Men in Black"), Marvel and Columbia Pictures released the "Men in Black" film and comics in 1997. The film became the first Marvel property to win an Oscar and the then highest-grossing comic book adaptation until the release of Sam Raimi’s "Spider-Man" in 2002. "Blade" was also a mix of a more traditional action film as well as darker superhero film with the title character having superpowers as well as carrying an arsenal of weaponry. The success of "Blade" began Marvel's film success
Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps As the last chord or note of the musical program sounds, the cymbal section will usually arrange their cymbals to flash a "V" at the audience in what is typically the final action of the show. In this crowd participation moment, the crowd shouts “Vanguard!” during a break in the music, typically before a competing corps' show. Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps Santa Clara Vanguard Drum and Bugle Corps (also known as "SCV", "Vanguard", or just "Santa Clara") is a World Class competitive drum and bugle corps. Based in Santa Clara, California, United States, the Santa Clara Vanguard