written by: Sam Costello
art by: David Hitchcock
page 16 of 16
This one-man anthology of classic-style horror demonstrates an impressive range of art styles. While the book has the classic flavor, it’s missing some ingredients. Paulson’s a good artist, but his writing isn’t equal. I see what he’s getting at, but his stories too often miss the mark, the endings coming from nowhere.
Book: 64/52
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A collection of the late 80s/early 90s anthology series set in Clive Barker’s S&M horror world. It takes the stories out of order, choosing to present “masterpieces.” My recollection is that the series was indeed that. Reading now reveals major clunkers from Larry Wachowski, but true gems from Gaiman/McKean and Mike Mignola.
Book: 63/52
20th Century Boys, vols. 14-15, by Naoki Urasawa
By Sam on December 19th, 2011Posted In: 52 Books/52 Weeks
Moving towards the conclusion of this epic manga. I’m always struck by the texture and depth of manga art. The backgrounds, buildings, characters—all drawn by assistants and specialists—create greater realism than many Western comics. I know Western comics economics don’t allow it, but I’d love to see that approach here.
Books: 61-2/52
by Ed Brubaker and Sean Phillips
Another in this excellent series of standalone noir comics. It engages with a classic noir theme—the effects of war on soldiers once they’ve returned to the homefront. Though the protagonist here has his issues, it’s another ex-soldier’s bigger adjustment problems that drive the action. A characteristically great comic from this duo.
Another in this excellent series of standalone noir comics. It engages with a classic noir theme—the effects of war on soldiers once they’ve returned to the homefront. Though the protagonist here has his issues, it’s another ex-soldier’s bigger adjustment problems that drive the action. A characteristically great comic from this duo.
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Book: 60/52
