Batman #13
DC Comics
Reviewed by Albert Avilla
Writer: Scott Snyder
Pencils: Greg Capullo
Inks: Jonathan Glapion
Knock Knock (Spoilers)
Death of the Family begins with a very spine-chilling return of the Joker. This is more horror film than superhero story. Keep away from small children. I know two grown men that got chills from reading this.
The story begins with omens heralding the return of the Joker. The Gotham River reverses course, and a two-headed lion cub is born. This is a story where the story is intertwined with the art in telling the narrative; so, pay attention to the details. It will make for a more enjoyable read.
The scene in which the Joker takes out the power in the GCPD and kills officers while threatening Gordon is terrifying, made even more so when you see the look on Gordon's face. Now, Joker is not the same as he was before; he's meaner. Tell me when murder is not mean. Oh, he is killing me and my whole family, but at least he's nice about it.
The Joker is up to his old tricks, outsmarting Batman at every turn. The murders that he commits are reminiscent of his first murders in Gotham. He threatens to kill the mayor. Batman makes sure that the mayor is protected, and the Joker does not kill the mayor; he kills every man who is protecting him. Instead of dying with grins on their faces, they die with frowns. Joker leads Batman to Ace Chemical where he became the Joker. Harley is dressed as the Red Hood, distracting Batman from the Joker's true destination, Wayne Manor. Batman is trapped in a chemical tank that is filling, and Joker is running wild. We also get a six-page Joker and Harley Quinn story just to make sure that we don't sleep well.
The stage is set. Joker is causing chaos and mayhem as only he can. Batman and the crew are determined to stop him. Commissioner Gordon is pissing in his pants. This story definitely stirs fear in the reader; do not read this if you have a heart condition. When a comic book story can do this, we need to sit back and enjoy the chills as they run up our spines. Snyder's talent is on display in a major way.
The art is an important instrument in the storyteller's work. It does just as much as the text to strike fear in our hearts. This is a most fearful collaboration of talent.
I rate Batman 13 Buy Your Own Copy. #2 (of 5) on Al-O-Meter Ranking
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Thursday, December 6, 2012
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Wednesday, December 5, 2012
Albert Avilla Reviews: Thor God of Thunder #1
Thor God of Thunder #1
Marvel Comics
Reviewed by Albert Avilla
Writer: Jason Aaron
Artist: Esad Ribic
Covers: Daniel Acuna
Variant Covers: Skottie Young; Joe Quesada, Danny Miki & Richard Isanove
A World Without Gods (Spoilers!)
Thor is the definition of awesome when he is handled well, and we have an excellent example here. How are they going to top this? I'll be pleased if they can maintain this level of storytelling.
We see Thor go from being a protector of a Norse village to the savior of a planet to the last defender at the gates of heaven. We don't get to see the villain of this piece, but by his handy work, we know he will be more than a formidable foe for Thor. This is the beginning of an epic battle between Thor and Gorr the god butcher. It is fascinating to see Thor's growth within these few pages. In his youth, he is a bold adventurer who cares little how his actions affect others. In the present, he is a mature god working for the welfare of others. In the future, we see a worn-down, elder god, the last Asgardian, fighting for the honor of his lost race.
I couldn't ask for a more wonderful read, even from a bestselling fantasy novel. The beauty of Thor stories is that you can go from superhero fantasy to sword and sorcery with single character. This is a fantastic beginning to the new Thor series.
The art is worthy of the great story. This journey through time and space is made more fabulous by this magnificent art. Thor's godliness pulsates throughout each panel.
I rate Thor God of Thunder #1 Buy Your Own Copy. #2 (of 5) on Al-O-Meter Ranking.
Marvel Comics
Reviewed by Albert Avilla
Writer: Jason Aaron
Artist: Esad Ribic
Covers: Daniel Acuna
Variant Covers: Skottie Young; Joe Quesada, Danny Miki & Richard Isanove
A World Without Gods (Spoilers!)
Thor is the definition of awesome when he is handled well, and we have an excellent example here. How are they going to top this? I'll be pleased if they can maintain this level of storytelling.
We see Thor go from being a protector of a Norse village to the savior of a planet to the last defender at the gates of heaven. We don't get to see the villain of this piece, but by his handy work, we know he will be more than a formidable foe for Thor. This is the beginning of an epic battle between Thor and Gorr the god butcher. It is fascinating to see Thor's growth within these few pages. In his youth, he is a bold adventurer who cares little how his actions affect others. In the present, he is a mature god working for the welfare of others. In the future, we see a worn-down, elder god, the last Asgardian, fighting for the honor of his lost race.
I couldn't ask for a more wonderful read, even from a bestselling fantasy novel. The beauty of Thor stories is that you can go from superhero fantasy to sword and sorcery with single character. This is a fantastic beginning to the new Thor series.
The art is worthy of the great story. This journey through time and space is made more fabulous by this magnificent art. Thor's godliness pulsates throughout each panel.
I rate Thor God of Thunder #1 Buy Your Own Copy. #2 (of 5) on Al-O-Meter Ranking.
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Tuesday, December 4, 2012
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