Blogs Tagged “John Byrne”
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Distinguished Critique: Superman: The Man of Steel (vol. 2) ReviewSomewhat divided in nature, this volume works best when defining John Byrne's vision for the post-Crisis Superman
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Random Reviews: John Byrne's Next Men (Book One)Save for a fumbled twist, these first issues introduce readers to an original superhero series John Byrne controls every step of the way
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Distinguished Critique: Superman and Batman: Generations and Superman and Batman Generations 2 ReviewAn intriguing premise is clumsily executed at times, hampering these series' ability to work in tandem in telling an original narrative
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(Strand)om Stories: Captain America: War and Remembrance ReviewThis small run shows a unique glimpse into Cap's life by two excellent creators whose potential is only partially displayed
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Distinguished Critique: The Untold Legend of the Batman ReviewDC's second-ever limited series isn't as adroit as Frank Miller in exploring Batman's origin, but it nobly distills the hero's history into a succinct examination of his mission
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Distinguished Critique: Legends ReviewDC's first post-Crisis event fumbles its primary conceit, a cool concept and great art sacrificed on the altar of heavy-handed dialogue
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(Strand)om Stories: Deathlok the Demolisher: The Complete Collection ReviewThis volume starts strong before struggling through a messy middle, concluding powerfully as it focuses on a cyborg assassin who was once a man
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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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(Strand)om Stories: X-Factor Epic Collection: Genesis and Apocalypse ReviewThis volume introduces an intriguing team concept that seems fun but is unfortunately based on a wobbly premise fueled by a massive, unnecessary retcon
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(Strand)om Stories: Iron Fist Epic Collection: The Fury of Iron Fist ReviewThis tome is more significant than it appears, introducing a powerful hero in some genuinely gripping narratives
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Spider-view: “Atlantis Attacks”Though an improvement over Marvel's 1988 crossover, this event arc still struggles to find solid footing as it bobbles some important plot points
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(Strand)om Stories: The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus (vol. 2) ReviewChris Claremont continues his stellar run in a near perfect collection of stories, hindered only slightly by small errors
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(Strand)om Stories: The Uncanny X-Men Omnibus (vol. 1) ReviewChris Claremont's stunning run on Uncanny X-Men begins strong with this wonderfully entertaining tome
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(Strand)om Stories: Man-Wolf: The Complete Collection ReviewAn entire collection focused on John Jameson's alter ego can be wonky at times but is ultimately more satisfying than disappointing