The Black King finally makes his move in Marauders #6. It’s no surprise, really. As much as Xavier wants peace between mutants in order to ensure their future, Krakoan society remains a ticking time bomb of far too many mutants who have always had their own agenda. Emma Frost might have agreed to all of this…
Marie Duval Exhibit Charms and Informs at the Society of Illustrators
Marie Duval was a successful and prolific cartoonist in Victorian London, and a cozy new exhibit at the Society of Illustrators in Manhattan showcases the breadth and lasting humor of her work in “Marie Duval: Laughter in the First Age of Leisure.”
In John Constantine: Hellblazer, Missteps Set the Series Up for Something Greater
John Constantine: Hellblazer #2 opens with Noah, the mute boy from the previous issue, proclaiming his dislike for the titular magician. He’s right, but nobody is listening. The room of Ri-Boys and Constantine don’t understand sign language, and despite the absolute truth of what he’s saying and the necessity of these characters hearing it, it’s…
Doctor Who Goes Nostalgic in “Nikola Tesla’s Night of Terror”
Director Nida Manzoor and writer Nina Metivier created “Nikola Tesla’s Night of Terror,” only the third Doctor Who story both written and directed by women (with the other two being “Enlightenment” and “The Witchfinders”). That is an achievement that cannot be understated, and is proof of Chibnall’s desire to move the program forward. Sadly, the representation…
Far Sector #3 Brings it Back to Earth
In Far Sector #3, tempers run high as those on the emotion exploit go up against those on switchoff, resulting in a massive public protest that Lantern Sojourner (Jo) Mullein must bring to a peaceful resolution before things get explosive.
Dejah Thoris #1-2: Winter is Coming
This is a different Dejah Thoris than the one we’ve seen of late. Gone is the naive young princess who must learn the ways of her world in order to navigate it. Now she is a grandmother, ousted from her throne, and the planet of Barsoom faces a threat that it has never felt before.
Ninja Sex Party’s Coloring Book Brings Two Seconds of Ecstasy
A band that sings songs about dicks and unicorns makes a coloring book. This couldn’t possibly go wrong, could it? Well…
Vampirella: Blood Invasion Breaststrokes Boobily Down the Stream
Dynamite Entertainment ventures into the world of prose novels with Vampirella: Blood Invasion, featuring a gorgeous cover by Jenny Frison. Unfortunately, the inside pages could use a little more polish.
Sarai Is a New Hero for a Harsh World
I picked up Sarai from Comixology after learning about it through Sonica Ellis’ viral tweet encouraging independent comic book creators to ask local comic book stores to carry their books. Released in 2018, the story’s message the story presents and its creator’s encouragement are no less relevant today.
Excalibur #5 and the Gospel of Dolly Parton
The events of the past four issues come to a head in Excalibur #5, as the groundwork laid by the creative team comes together in explosive ways. With the long promised return of Rogue, Excalibur assembles its full team for the first time, just in time to change the status quo in a huge fashion. Excalibur has been one…
Folklords #2 Takes the Easy Road
Folklords #2 follows Ansel, the fantasy comic’s human protagonist, and Archer, his elf friend, as they go out of their village and into the woods in search of the titular Folklords.
Doctor Who Challenges Viewers in “Orphan 55”
I couldn’t remember anything about Ed Hime’s first Doctor Who story, “It Takes You Away,” and I knew nothing going into his second, “Orphan 55.” Orphan 55 is a scary action-packed Doctor Who tale that delivers an unsubtle but important message about climate change.