Comic Review: Batman The Killing Joke

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Comic Review: Batman The Killing Joke

Batman The Killing Joke

Batman The Killing Joke

An origin story about the joker who is trying to break the will of a good man–Commisoner James Gordon. An iconic DC title written by Alan Moore (The Watchmen, V For Vendetta) and illustrated by Brian Bolland (Animal Man, Wonder Woman).

Batman goes to see the Joker in the hopes of trying to get through to him. This of course fails and later the Joker escapes once again. He takes over a run down amusement park and begins to make some changes. Commisoner Gordon is captured and tortured by the Joker. Bringing him back to the amusement park Gordon is forced to sit through a specially made ride of hellish proportions, just for him. With this, Joker hopes to prove his point–we are all just on bad day away from becoming like him.

Another game changer in the Batman universe. Not only do we get to see how the Joker came to be, we also understand more about why he does these things. You will definitely fell a little sick during some points of this comic. Try to imagine yourself in Gordon’s shoes. A must have for any Batman fan. Also if you want your mind blown check out Grant Morrison’s opinion on the ending.

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Comic Review: Batman Arkham Asylum A Serious House On Serious Earth

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Comic Review: Batman Arkham Asylum A Serious House On Serious Earth

Batman Arkham Asylum A Serious House On Serious Earth

Batman Arkham Asylum A Serious House On Serious Earth

An in depth look into Arkham Asylum and the mentally unbalanced patients who dwell with in. This ground breaking title from DC is written by Grant Morrison (The Invisibles, Batman Inc.) and illustrated by Kevin McKean (Violent Cases, Black Orchid).

The inmates of Arkham Asylum have taken over the building and are demanding one thing–Batman. The leader of the group is Joker, who gives Batman one hour to escape before the inmates are sent to hunt him. A dark take on the psychology of these patients including Two-Face, Mad Hatter and Clayface amongst many others.

This series really changed the way we looked at many of Batman’s adversaries. Rather than just being “the bad guys”, they are people with legitimately unstable mental thought processes. The artwork takes this idea with illustrations straight out someone’s bad dreams. It leaves you with a sense of dread and apprehension. Be sure to check this out, especially if you’re a fan of Grant Morrison.

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Comic Review: Joker

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Comic Review: Joker

Joker

Joker

Told from the perspective of a criminal working for the Joker. This DC title written by Brian Azzarello (Doc Savage, Cage) and illustrated by Lee Bermejo (Hellblazer, Winter Soldier ) is the criminal side of things in Gotham City.

Jonny Frost is a menial criminal sent to pick up the Joker from Arkham Asylum. Joker instantly takes a liking to Frost and takes him into the fold. What ensues is an unprecedented viewing of the Joker and what makes him tick. During their escapades, Frost begins to question if this is the future he really wants.

It’s always interesting to see new material on the Joker. With this title you get a 24/7 window into what The Joker does with his time.  The artwork really grasps the disgusting nature of the Joker and the crimes he commits. Great read for anyone who enjoys the despicable nature of The Joker.

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