Blogs Tagged “DC Comics”
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Distinguished Critique: "The Death of Superman" ReviewThis climactic showdown between man and monster can perhaps feel a tad bloated but emphasizes the heroic sacrifice of the Man of Steel
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Distinguished Critique: Watchmen ReviewAlan Moore and Dave Gibbons construct a richly detailed magnum opus which remains highly readable and culturally influential today
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Distinguished Critique: "Batman: A Lonely Place of Dying" ReviewThe third Robin debuts in a tale that delivers catharsis in the face of overwhelming tragedy
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Distinguished Critique: "Batman: A Death in the Family" ReviewThis classic tragedy is constructed upon some coincidence yet serves as a much-needed arc for a spurned Robin who develops as he dies
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Distinguished Critique: Batman: The Dark Knight Returns ReviewFrank Miller's famed, dystopian series redefines and revitalizes the Batman, shaping a new world around an old hero
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Distinguished Critique: Superman: The Man of Steel ReviewDespite an awkward final issue, John Byrne's limited series successfully reintroduces Superman into the post-Crisis world
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Distinguished Critique: "Batman: Year One" ReviewThis Post-Crisis reframing of Batman's origin is definitive and impactful, offering clever insight into the new life of Bruce Wayne and his supporting cast
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Distinguished Critique: Crisis on Infinite Earths ReviewThis classic, catastrophic condensing of the DC Universe excites and amazes, but its bombast and agenda cultivate more set-pieces than engaging character moments
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Distinguished Critique: Reviewing the Competition
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A Tribute to Tim Sale
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Joseph Campbell, the Monomyth, and SupermanApplying the 12 Stages of the “Hero’s Journey” to Superman: Birthright