Comic Book Marathon
Wednesday, May 11, 2005
My Comics Can Beat Up Your Comics - 05/11/05
Yep, a slow week after last week's deluge. I was able to pay for my purchases this week in non-Kruggerand currency. *whew*
Jack Staff #8 - Paul Grist is one of the best comic creators working today, but if you've read anyone else's review of his work, you've probably already heard that. Suffice to say, everyone needs to try this title, a complex web of stories and characters stretched across uniquely stylized storytelling. There are no less than 4 ongoing threads weaving together in this issue, and every answer merely provides a dozen more questions. It may not be for everyone, but I'm not alone in highly recommending this sophisticated and entertaining delight.
Excalibur #13 - This comic sells tens of thousands of copies. Four people bought it because Dr. Strange is on the cover. And the other three people are much cooler than me. Moving on . . .
Dorothy #2 - The first issue of this comic is really promising, a unique blend of photography and effects that present a refreshing modern look at the classic tale of Oz. However, the first issue was also pretty light in terms of story, so this issue will determine whether these creators can maintain a sustained narrative, or just make pretty pictures. Either way, I get the feeling this comic will be revolutionary in the development of sequential art. [This came out about eight weeks ago, but I didn't order it and missed it off the shelf. Have I mentioned how much my retailer rocks?].
And that's it. Since it was such a short list, let me point out a couple of other items of interest this week:
Jack Staff #8 - Paul Grist is one of the best comic creators working today, but if you've read anyone else's review of his work, you've probably already heard that. Suffice to say, everyone needs to try this title, a complex web of stories and characters stretched across uniquely stylized storytelling. There are no less than 4 ongoing threads weaving together in this issue, and every answer merely provides a dozen more questions. It may not be for everyone, but I'm not alone in highly recommending this sophisticated and entertaining delight.
Excalibur #13 - This comic sells tens of thousands of copies. Four people bought it because Dr. Strange is on the cover. And the other three people are much cooler than me. Moving on . . .
Dorothy #2 - The first issue of this comic is really promising, a unique blend of photography and effects that present a refreshing modern look at the classic tale of Oz. However, the first issue was also pretty light in terms of story, so this issue will determine whether these creators can maintain a sustained narrative, or just make pretty pictures. Either way, I get the feeling this comic will be revolutionary in the development of sequential art. [This came out about eight weeks ago, but I didn't order it and missed it off the shelf. Have I mentioned how much my retailer rocks?].
And that's it. Since it was such a short list, let me point out a couple of other items of interest this week:
- I will pick up Desolation Jones #1 and Gotham Central #31 if/when they are released in collected editions.
- I already own the previous editions of Metabarons Vol 3 and Kane Vol 4, but I recommend them to people who missed them the first time around.
- Finally, the Avengers: Kang TPB hits a nostalgic note with me, so maybe if next week is another light one, I'll pick that up.
Enjoy, and stay safe!
posted by chasdom, 11:58 AM
