Sand Saref

Biography
In the documentary Comic Book Superheroes Unmasked, Frank Miller says he stole the introduction of Elektra in his acclaimed Daredevil run, structurally, from Will Eisner's The Spirit, specifically the introduction of Sand Saref. Let's put some panels together and check out how they compare.

First, both stories start out in the rain.

Next, the Spirit discovers a clue, in writing, that points to Sand Saref, while Daredevil's mission is interrupted by Elektra, whose voice he immediately recognizes.

Behind the Scenes
Lionsgate has released a brand new featurette for the upcoming film, [|Will Eisner's The Spirit], which is set for release on Christmas Day. The film stars Gabriel Macht, Samuel L. Jackson, Scarlett Johansson and Eva Mendes.