In this edition of Meaning at the Movies, staff writer Lauren Deaton discusses “Deadpool & Wolverine” and her longing for more diverse superhero movies.

When most people think of superhero movies, they think of Marvel Studios. When most people think of Marvel Studios, they think of the Avengers — the superhero squad consisting of Captain America, Iron Man, Thor, the Hulk, Hawkeye and Black Widow — and their string of box office-topping and family-friendly action films. Though this team mastered the art of the comic book-to-movie adaptation, they by no means invented the art itself.

"X-Men: Days of Future Past"Starring: Hugh Jackman, James McAvoy, Michael Fassbender, Jennifer LawrenceDirected by: Bryan SingerGrade: A-The best comic book films are able to toe the line of fun and absurdity. Bryan...