Published at Bloody-Disgusting on Dec. 28, 2012 It’s usually difficult to buy comic book issues every month. Most likely, I’ll wait till the issues are collected and buy the trade paperback. It’s easier for me to see how the story arc comes full circle. But often, the best comics are the ones I buy in [...]
Posts Categorized: Graphic Novels
The Past, Present, and Future of Image Comics
Published at Bloody-Disgusting on Dec. 21, 2012 In a year that included DC’s New 52, “Before Watchmen”, and Marvel’s “Avengers vs. X-Men”, 2012 represented more than just big business in mainstream comics. This year, Image Comics celebrated its milestone 20th anniversary. Against heavy competition from the Big Two, Image Comics, the indie publisher that could, [...]
Interview: Mike Mignola Explores ‘Hellboy In Hell’
Published at Bloody-Disgusting on Dec. 6, 2012 During the thrilling climatic pages in “Hellboy: The Storm and The Fury”, the world’s greatest paranormal investigator was fighting to save humanity from The Dragon. At his most triumphant, Hellboy succeeded in stopping the monstrous and fiery behemoth. Like a lot of horror movies, the killer always comes [...]
[Interview] Lance Henriksen Talks His Comic-Writing Debut In ‘To Hell You Ride’
Published at Bloody-Disgusting on November 27, 2012 After a sacred burial ground is vandalized, a deadly curse is released upon a small town in To Hell You Ride #1. The local townspeople are not prepared for the wrath of the four angry spirits who have awakened with a taste for vengeance. The townspeople are in [...]
Review: ‘Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Annual 2012′
Originally published at Bloody Disgusting on November 1, 2012 A wicked blend of crime caper, humor, and action, Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Annual 2012 is an absolutely easy recommendation to readers. During the fast-paced romp with ninjas, gangsters, and corrupt cops, there is an exuberant flair of adrenaline within these pages. You should expect plenty [...]
Review: ’47 Ronin’ #1
Originally published at Bloody Disgusting on November 8th, 2012 A grand and articulate undertaking, 47 Ronin #1 tells a sweeping tale of honor and revenge with the utmost confidence. Full of epic and stunning visuals, this is a promising start of truly bold ambition. The exotic images of Japan will stay in your mind long [...]
Review: ‘Hellraiser: The Road Below’ #1
Originally published at Bloody Disgusting on November 8th, 2012 Hellraiser: The Road Below #1 is highly recommended to readers, especially to fans of Clive Barker’s famous creation. With the spotlight on Kirsty Cotton as the new Pinhead, the series takes on an entirely new and different approach. Full of creative ideas, Brandon Seifert and Haemi [...]
Review: ‘Mars Attacks: The Holidays’
Originally published at Bloody Disgusting on No.1, 2012 With a parade of quirky visual gags, Mars Attacks: The Holidays is a hilarious collection of sci-fi comedy short tales. The Martian invaders are spreading chaos and mayhem over the beloved holiday season. Humanity will not back down and let their earth be taken over by the [...]
Review: ‘Colder’ #1
Originally published at bloody Disgusting on November 8, 2012 As a supernatural thriller, Colder #1 is packed with creatively smart threads and a menacing antagonist to boot. After the intense opening pages, the story deliberately slows down its pace and focuses on its characterizations. This is a twisted story about a well-adjusted young man who [...]
Review: ‘Spirit Of The Law’ #1
Originally published at Bloody Disgusting on November 1, 2012 Readers will be thoroughly entertained by the bloody images and well-developed characterizations in Spirit Of The Law #1. In this combination of noir and horror, the characters are interestingly well-written and the mystery slowly elaborates on the revenge aspect. As the story proceeds along at an [...]