It's no secret that comic book TV shows have become an increasingly lucrative market for networks and streaming services, and as far as I'm concerned, it's about damn time. I know some film aficionados would disagree due to stereotypes about comics (or "graphic novels" if you want to be all fancy about it) being superhero fluff. But, as any adult … [Read more...]
Why Did Netflix Cancel Daredevil & Its Other Marvel Titles?
UPDATE: A new petition on Change.org is gaining steam to #SAVEDAREDEVIL. Click on the image below to add your name. It's always sad to see a show you love get canceled, especially when it's based on an established work, but in most cases, you can't really blame the company producing the work. If the costs to make a product are more than the … [Read more...]
Venom Trailer 3 – A Turd in the Wind
I heard rumors that the new Venom trailer, starring Tom Hardy, was ruffling some feathers, but I had no idea it was turd related, let alone a turd in the wind. That said, I wanted you all to be forewarned before watching it because doing so without warning may result in belly laughter. Video: Venom Trailer 3 [All we are ] is a turd in the wind [ … [Read more...]
Free Comic Book Day 2018 – Best Of
Below you will find my hand-picked list of must-have issues being given away for Free Comic Book Day 2018 at a comic book store near you on Saturday, May 5. But before I get into that, I want to speak to those of you who have yet to dive into comics. I, for one, love comic books, but its not just the stories or the pictures that get me, but it's … [Read more...]
This Comic Should be a Movie: Planet Hulk – Part 1
The premise The Incredible Hulk has been blasted into space. Bruce Banner has retreated into his mind and left the Hulk in charge. The Hulk’s first encounter lands him in a gladiator pit with other beings both weaker and stronger than he. Enter a new planet, new enemies, new friends and a fight for freedom. Imagine the Hulk being allowed to … [Read more...]
Thor: God of Thunder Issue 25 Review
Title: Thor: God of Thunder Issue 25 Publisher: Marvel Comics Reviewer: @MetropolisKid Rating: 5/5 I know I've reviewed Thor before now, but this is the final issue of the current volume. It makes a great bookend for the twenty-four issues that have come before and sets up the new status quo for the next Thor title that will follow featuring a … [Read more...]
Hulk Issue 6 Review (2014)
Title: Hulk Issue 6 Publisher: Marvel Reviewer: @MetropolisKid Rating: 5/5 The Hulk is a hard character to write. I get it. It's been 50+ years of telling a story about the same old character. How many foes are really a match for Hulk? His title lumbers on with momentary moment of brightness (Peter David's run, Planet Hulk are a couple of … [Read more...]
Original Sin Issue 8 Review
Title: Original Sin Issue 8 Publisher: Marvel Comics Reviewer: @MetropolisKid Rating: 4 out of 5 No secret I like Jason Aaron. Just started following him, but everything I read by him is special. Mike Deodato is underrated and under worked. He needs to draw everything. Finally, who shot JR aka Uatu The Watcher is revealed. Finally the fate … [Read more...]
All New X-Factor Issue 13 Review
Title: All New X-Factor Issue 13 Publisher: Marvel Comics Reviewer: @MetropolisKid Rating: 5 out of 5 Peter David is someone I didn't know I liked. I'd read some Hulk (see Incredible Hulk 417 or The Bachelor Party issue). I used to be that guy that checked out the Star Wars book from the library every other month when The Next Generation books … [Read more...]
Foo Fighters of the Galaxy: I AM GROHL!
Ever wonder what a Foo is? Turns out it's some type of alien set on galaxy domination. And you thought the Foo Fighters were just a band. Thank the heaves that Dave Grohl Groot will keep us safe with the drum sticks made of his own hands. Talk about Hand Made! ... Think about it, we haven't. … [Read more...]