Batman Superman #3 continues the series' weird trip through an alternate world where older versions of Superman and Batman have become fast friends in an optimistic future. With Wonder Woman joining the fray to figure out what's going on, the captured trickster Kaiyo reveals an image of an impending catastrophe named Darkseid. Kaiyo sticks around... Continue Reading →
Secrets — Superman Unchained #3 Review
Superman finally learns what the United States government has been hiding for decades, and Lex Luthor escapes his maximum security prison cell in his bid to save the world in Superman Unchained #3 -- an issue that tells the story of the nuclear bomb known as Wraith. Wraith -- the name which stands for William... Continue Reading →
[Comic Review] Release the Superman — Superman Unchained #2
An Ascension attack on the Burj Khalifa, the tallest building in the world, brings Superman to Dubai where a historic unveiling of a prototype construction machine turns into a battle for 36,000 lives. Using quick thinking and incredible mental resolve to keep the building from crashing into the ground, Superman saves the day once again and... Continue Reading →
A Better Tomorrow — Batman Superman #2 Review
Thrown into another world, Batman and Superman have their hands full fighting...themselves? Batman comes face to face first with Catwoman, the wife of his counterpart, before he spars with the older and injured version of himself beaten by Superman. Back in Kansas, Clark Kent meets his parents who are both alive and well. Both of... Continue Reading →
Worlds Collide — Batman Superman #1 Review
June sees two new titles from DC exploring two of its greatest characters. Superman Unchained released earlier this month, and it saw the formation of a dynamic-duo creative team made up of superstars Scott Snyder and Jim Lee. That series launched at an opportune time right before Man of Steel, DC's Superman movie reboot, debuted... Continue Reading →
Hope — Man of Steel Review
The idea of Superman -- powerful protector and adopted son -- becomes realized in the best Superman movie to date. Zack Snyder's Man of Steel is an action-packed and emotional American epic that delves deep into current hot-button topics with tact and aplomb, provoking thought and understanding. Beginning with an intro that shows how detailed... Continue Reading →
Free to Fly — Superman Unchained #1 Review
What's the first thing readers will think of when they see Superman Unchained #1 on shelves Comic Book Wednesday? Obviously, they'll notice the Jim Lee cover -- unless they've been drawn towards the more expensive variants. They'll also see Scott Snyder's name on the cover along with the names of longtime Lee collaborator, inker Scott... Continue Reading →
[Comic Review] What the H’El — Superman #14
Clark and Lois' friendship is tested when Clark confronts her about her plans to move in with her boyfriend, but that conversation takes a backseat when Kara, aka Supergirl, barges in on the conversation unexpectedly. While Lois misses the connection between Supergirl and Clark, Kent whisks Kara to a construction site for a private conversation.... Continue Reading →
[Comic Review] Dilemma — Superman #12
Last issue, Superman investigated a research facility in Russia where an inter-dimensional being had escaped, wiping out scientists and civilians. As Superman followed his target towards a nuclear reactor, the unknown assailant ambushed the Man of Steel defeating him swiftly and with very little resistance. In Superman #12, Supes wakes up to find the stranger... Continue Reading →
I Ain’t Got Time to Bleed — Superman #11 Review
Superman's encounters with the dangerous and unfamiliar continue in issue #11, this time with an inter-dimensional threat that looks inspired by a famous movie monster. Superman travels all the way to Russia to investigate a research installation which is being descended on by the national military. Superman's visit to the facility uncovers the secret mission... Continue Reading →