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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Comic Review: Before Watchmen Comedian/Rorschach

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Comic Review: Before Watchmen Comedian/Rorschach

Before Watchmen Comedian/Rorschach

Before Watchmen Comedian/Rorschach

Watchmen is back with 2 of its darker members, the Comedian and Rorschach. This DC title is written by Brian Azzarello (100 Bullets, Spaceman) with The Comedian illustrated by J.G. Jones (Doc Savage, 52) and illustrations for Rorschach by Lee Bermejo (Joker, Daredevil)

In The Comedian, we see where he fits throughout modern history. It turns out he has a long standing history with the Kennedy family. Also we see his time during the Vietnam war and the atrocities he has committed. In Rorschach, we get a deeper look into who the man really is and what makes him tick. More than once he is entrenched in violence and fighting for his survival. Soon he finds himself being the prey when he thinks that he is the predator.

Both series have a firm story line that they stick to. The Comedian is centered on historical events and the parts he did or didn’t play in them. Extremely violent and unforgiving while he carries out his missions. With Rorschach, it’s all about what he does during the day and how it leads to his night time excursions. It’s full of the guttural journal entries that we’ve all come to enjoy. A great read from the Before Watchmen series.

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