Detective Comics #841

As with JSA #12, my review for Detective #841 is up over at craveonline. Just click the link below (and try not to be scared away by the picture…ugh!).

http://www.craveonline.com/articles/comics/04649715/detective_comics_841.html

Thanks!

Justice Society of America #12

My review of JSA #12 has been posted on craveonline, click on the link below to check it out! And keep an eye on The Comic Corner! for exclusive content coming again real soon…..as soon as I get caught up with my crave work (sigh).

http://www.craveonline.com/articles/comics/04649703/justice_society_of__america_12.html

The Road to Final Crisis…Part IV

With my Road to Final Crisis being the most popular piece on this young blog, let me provide you, my readers, with the road to the final part of this series, Part 4.

Just click on the link below and you will be instantly transported to The Road to Final Countdown, Part 4….and while you’re on craveonline, take a second to look around at all the other great articles as well!

http://www.craveonline.com/articles/comics/04649603/road_to_final_crisis_part_4.html

COMIC STOCK WATCH: Week of 1-30-08

This comic week was a biggie as far as events went with the start of the new Captain America to a gigantic slugfest between Monarch and Prime. But were they risers or fallers this week? Let us see, shall we…..

 RISERS 

CAPTAIN AMERICA #34 (Marvel Comics) Like I was going to put this in the Fallers with the writing talents of Ed Brubaker behind the wheel. The man has created a masterpiece with the patience and execution he’s shown the past year in setting this up. And can you really think of ANYONE better suited to replace Steve Rogers than his old partner? No, this was the only way to do it, but don’t let the ties between Steve and Bucky fool you, this new cap is a BIG departure from the old! I’m now eagerly awaiting to see how he’ll be accepted by the superhero community.

ACTION COMICS #861 (DC Comics) If you’re gearing up for Final Crisis, then I HIGHLY suggest picking up this storyline going on in Action. I just get the feeling that this Superman and the Legion of Super-Heroes arc is going to be vital to the upcoming monster event. With hints of ‘Lightning strikes twice’ over in Booster Gold and the continuing reference to the mysterious figure within Braniac-5’s lightning rod, I think we’re being set up for the return of the ultimate speedster…..Barry Allen.

COUNTDOWN TO FINAL CRISIS #13 (DC Comics) Monarch vs. Prime, what more do I have to say? This fight doesn’t disappoint but leaves us with one HUGE cliffhanger! And the Red Robin continues to impress though I really don’t like the mask of the costume.

TRIALS OF SHAZAM #11 (DC Comics) Almost to the finish line on this one, folks, and it’s been a LONG time coming! But it’s been worth every second I’ve waited and every penny I’ve spent because this mini-series has been outstanding!

FALLERS 

MIGHTY AVENGERS #8 (MARVEL Comics) Love the line-up but I’m just not getting into this book like I thought I would. It’s out of whack continuity- wise and Bendis is just lacking in the story department of this book, which I find very surprising considering the depth of his talent.

CAPTAIN AMERICA: THE CHOSEN #6 (Marvel Comics) Just a very strange and very disappointing story. I really don’t have much to say about it other than I’m glad it’s over.

Superhero Movie Trailer NOW AVAILABLE!

Here’s the link that will take you to to the first trailer of the upcoming superhero spoof, Superhero Movie, due out March 28th. Take a second and check it out, ot’s hilarious!

http://youtube.com/watch?v=HVXbnLuuVoc

The birth of a sibling……

Well, just want to let everyone know that if you see ANOTHER Comic Corner out there with the same content as this, don’t be shocked, it’s still me! I just opened up a sister site on another blog place to further expand my audiance.

 Enjoy!

THE BEST OF THE REST: X-Men: First Class

With the majority of the comic world’s attention glued to anything concerning upcoming mega-stories like Secret Invasion and Final Crisis, it’s easy to forget that there are a number of quality titles out there that don’t get the attention they deserve. So with that in mind, welcome to The Best of the Rest where we at The Comic Corner would like to take a minute and talk about some great books out there that tend to fly under the radar. Our goal is to spotlight an issue, mini-series, or ongoing series that catches our eye with its great art, stories, or originality. With that in mind, let’s get started with this month’s book…..

 X-MEN: FIRST CLASS                    

Originally slated as an eight-issue mini-series, this title focusing on the initial exploits of the original X-Men (Cyclops, Marvel Girl, Beast, Angel, Ice Man and the headman himself, Prof. X) was such a hit that it was re-launched into an ongoing, monthly, title. Now why is it deserving of being talked about here…..because, with the continued complexity and positioning prevalent within the rest of the Marvel U., this book comes across as a breath of fresh air.

Unlike most other comics, you will find little blood, negativity, or confusing storylines here. It’s funny, clean, and all the story arcs are self-contained within this book and are usually wrapped up in one issue, two at the most. You never know what you’ll find from issue to issue because Marvel has opened up its whole universe to pick from with regards to guest appearances. (We’ve had Thor, the Invisible Woman, Swamp-Thing, Hulk, and the Lizard so far, to name a few.) The characters in this book are ones we know and have known for quite awhile but behind the writing talents of Jeff Parker, they take life in ways not seen before. The greatest compliment I can give the writing is that they could do a whole issue with the team doing nothing but sitting in an empty room and talking and Parker would find a way to make it interesting, funny, and in the end, touching.

So, in finishing up, if you’re looking for a title that delivers month after month, is chalk full of fun-filled goodness, and you’ll not have to buy ten other titles to complete a story, then X-Men: First Class is the book for you!

 

Writer:Jeff Parker

Pencils: Ever-Changing

Publisher: Marvel Comics

Price: $2.99

THE CORNER RATING: **** (out of 5 *)