Created in 1965, Lastikman comes to life through the writing of acclaimed comic book creator and inker Gerry Alanguilan (Wasted, Superman: Birthright), the art of two-time National Book Award winner Arnold Arre (Mythology Class, Trip to Tagaytay), and the brilliant colors of the talented Edgar Tadeo (Wolverine, Silver Surfer).
He likes his friend Lara (Sarah Geronimo), but is often bullied by his classmates and kids in the neighborhood.
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Lastikman: Unang Banat is a movie released on December 25, 2004 under VIVA Films, starring Mark Bautista and Sarah Geronimo.
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In preparing for the role, Mark watched Spider-Man (2002) and Superman (1978), but not the Lastikman (2003) starring Vic Sotto saying he wanted to have his own style in playing the character.
Mars Ravelo (born October 9, 1916 in Tanza, Cavite, Philippines - September 12, 1988) was a Filipino graphic novelist who created the characters Darna, Dyesebel, Captain Barbell, Lastikman, Bondying, Varga, Wanted: Perfect Mother, Hiwaga, Maruja, Mariposa, Roberta, Rita, Buhay Pilipino, Jack and Jill, Flash Bomba, Tiny Tony, and Dragonna among others.