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funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
I wasn't sure if I would enjoy this series since I'd never see the original cartoon and barely have any understanding of its plot, but luckily I found it to be sweet, entertaining and thoroughly creative.
Working on a comic with a heavy focus on music leads to the obvious challenge of how to present melodies without an audio component, and I think the creative team did an excellent job crafting lyrics and artwork together to give readers an idea of how the songs sounded.
The most meaningful part of each issue in my opinion was the dynamic between the sisters, I have two younger sisters and growing up with close siblings involves frustration and sacrifice, but most of all love and alliance, which were all caringly displayed between these characters.
I also liked how sapphic attraction was shown in a casual and carefree manner, it's important for LGBT readers of any age to find media that truly accepts and empowers us, without always focusing on the bigotry we face.
Overall these comics were engaging and refreshing, and I feel that many different people could probably find something either in the story or the art that appeals to them. I'm glad I decided to give them a try.
Working on a comic with a heavy focus on music leads to the obvious challenge of how to present melodies without an audio component, and I think the creative team did an excellent job crafting lyrics and artwork together to give readers an idea of how the songs sounded.
The most meaningful part of each issue in my opinion was the dynamic between the sisters, I have two younger sisters and growing up with close siblings involves frustration and sacrifice, but most of all love and alliance, which were all caringly displayed between these characters.
I also liked how sapphic attraction was shown in a casual and carefree manner, it's important for LGBT readers of any age to find media that truly accepts and empowers us, without always focusing on the bigotry we face.
Overall these comics were engaging and refreshing, and I feel that many different people could probably find something either in the story or the art that appeals to them. I'm glad I decided to give them a try.
This was an interesting and unique graphic novel including five short stories that were carefully constructed to mimic the tone of folk tales, all ending in an individual horrific twist.
Language, letters and illustration are each fully and artistically utilized by Carroll to effectively create a haunting and unforgettable atmosphere, without sacrificing readability. Each story was creative and chilling with the 'The Nesting Place' managing to be my favorite, as well as the most memorable and disturbing tale by far.
Language, letters and illustration are each fully and artistically utilized by Carroll to effectively create a haunting and unforgettable atmosphere, without sacrificing readability. Each story was creative and chilling with the 'The Nesting Place' managing to be my favorite, as well as the most memorable and disturbing tale by far.
Batman and Robin, Volume 2: Pearl
Allen Passalaqua, Tom Nguyen, Patrick Gleason, Mick Gray, Peter J. Tomasi, Dezi Sienty, Carlos M. Mangual, Andy Clarke, Keith Champagne, Lee Garbett, Tomás Giorello, John Kalisz, Ray McCarthy
This volume focused less on Bruce and Damian's struggle to find understanding with each other, and more on Damian's want to prove himself as a Robin. The antagonists in these issues lacked the same depth that Nobody possessed in the previous arc, but they were still interesting characters and each plotline remained engaging regardless.
I was very fond of the moments in which the Batboys were all together, though I do hope their rivalries are eventually able to grow into healthier ones with less animosity. Overall my favorite scene was the last one included in this trade, since it was truly touching and showed a softer side of Damian. The Wayne family may be unconventional, but I've come to find their personalities and dynamics highly appealing while continuing to read more comics involving them.
I was very fond of the moments in which the Batboys were all together, though I do hope their rivalries are eventually able to grow into healthier ones with less animosity. Overall my favorite scene was the last one included in this trade, since it was truly touching and showed a softer side of Damian. The Wayne family may be unconventional, but I've come to find their personalities and dynamics highly appealing while continuing to read more comics involving them.
This is definitely different from any other superhero comic I've read so far, but I was pleasantly surprised by how enjoyable the issues were to read, since I was originally worried they might be cynical yet hollow.
Instead the plots and antagonists are more absurd and claim to reject meaning, though some can still be found. I really liked most of the characters, including the villains, and hope some of them are given more time in the spotlight going forward.
Many of the protagonists are people who are seen as abnormal and strange in the contextual society of the comic and would most likely be treated the same way in the society of our reality, but their conditions are not seen as a wholly debilitating tragedy. Although the main heroes start off in a psychiatric hospital they prove themselves to be capable of saving the world right off the bat, and often times empower themselves.
Morrison clearly did a decent job of researching dissociative identity disorder before writing Crazy Jane, and while I myself am not really knowledgeable enough to bring light to details of her characterization that are inaccurate, the trauma that led to the formation of her system was explained in a way that was not explicitly exploitative and even the difference between her apparently normal and emotional parts was mentioned. I also liked that her disorder was not seen as just a side-effect of her superpowers, and instead many of the already formed alters had their own unique powers.
Overall these issues were entertaining and intriguing, and while I was planning to only read this first volume and skip straight to the most recent series, I'm now interested in continuing more of the run.
Instead the plots and antagonists are more absurd and claim to reject meaning, though some can still be found. I really liked most of the characters, including the villains, and hope some of them are given more time in the spotlight going forward.
Many of the protagonists are people who are seen as abnormal and strange in the contextual society of the comic and would most likely be treated the same way in the society of our reality, but their conditions are not seen as a wholly debilitating tragedy. Although the main heroes start off in a psychiatric hospital they prove themselves to be capable of saving the world right off the bat, and often times empower themselves.
Morrison clearly did a decent job of researching dissociative identity disorder before writing Crazy Jane, and while I myself am not really knowledgeable enough to bring light to details of her characterization that are inaccurate, the trauma that led to the formation of her system was explained in a way that was not explicitly exploitative and even the difference between her apparently normal and emotional parts was mentioned. I also liked that her disorder was not seen as just a side-effect of her superpowers, and instead many of the already formed alters had their own unique powers.
Overall these issues were entertaining and intriguing, and while I was planning to only read this first volume and skip straight to the most recent series, I'm now interested in continuing more of the run.
I really enjoyed the first few issues included in this volume, but unfortunately that satisfaction was quickly soured due to the ableism in the last storyline.
The way the autistic children were characterized was pretty horrendous. Their caretakers clearly see them as eerie and remote and I would be unsurprised if the reader is meant to as well. I also ascertained no valid reason for some of the details about the children to be included, and they seem present only to dehumanize them. I realize that this arc was published thirty years ago, however autistic people are still regularly deprived of empathy and respect so its important for pernicious depictions of them in media to be regarded as unacceptable.
While I am majorly at odds with the ignorance included in Moore's writing, I did like how Swamp Thing was developed as a character and am definitely interested in different content he's a part of.
The way the autistic children were characterized was pretty horrendous. Their caretakers clearly see them as eerie and remote and I would be unsurprised if the reader is meant to as well. I also ascertained no valid reason for some of the details about the children to be included, and they seem present only to dehumanize them. I realize that this arc was published thirty years ago, however autistic people are still regularly deprived of empathy and respect so its important for pernicious depictions of them in media to be regarded as unacceptable.
While I am majorly at odds with the ignorance included in Moore's writing, I did like how Swamp Thing was developed as a character and am definitely interested in different content he's a part of.
This comic is unlike anything I have ever read before. I enjoy the way the narrative is presented and how multiple characters are followed in a connected storyline.
The most intriguing aspect of the series however is the character design, which is incredibly unique and memorable. Worldbuilding was clearly an important priority for the creative team, and their imaginative excellence flourishes throughout the story.
However I would not recommend for people who are adversed to mature content and themes to read this, since explicit images are repeatedly shown.
The most intriguing aspect of the series however is the character design, which is incredibly unique and memorable. Worldbuilding was clearly an important priority for the creative team, and their imaginative excellence flourishes throughout the story.
However I would not recommend for people who are adversed to mature content and themes to read this, since explicit images are repeatedly shown.
Unfortunately this story didn't appeal to me. While the premise was interesting, I personally didn't grasp any meaning that made witnessing the included morbid events worthwhile. Maybe that's the whole point, but these days I try not to abide by overly pessimistic attitudes towards any stage of life.
My one compliment is that the plot was presented much more clearly that I expected it to be. Within the first few scenes it became easy to follow, which I did appreciate.
My one compliment is that the plot was presented much more clearly that I expected it to be. Within the first few scenes it became easy to follow, which I did appreciate.
Superman, Volume 1: Son of Superman
Wil Quintana, Patrick Gleason, Mick Gray, Doug Mahnke, Peter J. Tomasi, Jorge Jimenez, Jaime Mendoza, Alejandro Sánchez, John Kalisz, Rob Leigh
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I was fairly disinterested in first few comics included in this volume, but luckily I found the story to be more gripping and relevant as it continued. However, I'm disappointingly not as engrossed in the lives and relationships of these characters as I am for some of the other members of the Batfamily.
I personally felt these issues were mediocre so I wasn't planning on reading any further in this series, but since this trade ends on a cliffhanger I'm now tempted to at least read the next one.
I personally felt these issues were mediocre so I wasn't planning on reading any further in this series, but since this trade ends on a cliffhanger I'm now tempted to at least read the next one.