Ruby and Sapphire plan their wedding with the other Crystal Gems.
Review
As everyone’s favorite couple decide to do something special to work towards a fusing back into Garnet, Steven decides to expand the guest list. He goes after a character fans have been wondering about for a while.
Bismuth is back and she is shocked when she is brought up to speed on everything. Who can blame her? She was the original voice of disapproval to Rose Quartz and the main plan of rebellion. Her main complaint about not wanting to immediately joining the team makes sense. She was basically forgotten. The team didn’t try once to approach her in an effort to persuade her out of her intent to destroy their enemies. Instead, Steven had to release her and present her with the information she was absolutely right. Actually looking at it, is this a failure on the cast or the character of Bismuth?
Speaking about being forgotten it has been awhile since the room containing all of the corrupted gems has been shown. With the revelation Steven is a Diamond and it was the power of the Diamonds which caused so many crystal gems to be corrupted, is there a possibility in the future of them being healed? Of course if they were, this would result in an expansion of the cast and this probably wouldn’t be ideal. A lot of the cast hasn’t been show in a while. It’s been ten episodes since Connie showed up. If they added any more characters Cartoon Network would have to create a spinoff series to accommodate such a feat. Hey, saying it out loud doesn’t sound like a bad idea.
It’s good to see Bismuth isn’t simply going away after being around for just one episode. Hopefully she won’t be going away anytime soon but given the build up to the two part episode, Reunited, there is a chance things won’t be the same by the end of it.
The Rock may have met his match. According to Variety, Idris Elba is nearing a deal to play the villain in the upcoming Fast and Furious spinoff, Hobbs and Shaw.
Dwayne Johnson took to Twitter to confirm the news and praise Elba’s abilities:
“I promised we were going to make this Fast & Furious spin off awesome and grow our franchise properly. He’s a bad man (legit bad A**). I better toughen up”
The film will see Dwayne Johnson’s Hobbs and Jason Statham’s Deckard Shaw taking on Elba’s unknown adversary. The spinoff was given the go-ahead after audiences reacted positively to the onscreen chemistry of Johnson and Statham.
Deadpool 2 and Atomic Blonde director David Leitch has signed on to direct the film with Fast and Furious architect Chris Morgan writing the script. Hobbs and Shaw will begin production later this fall.
Not everyone is as pumped about the spinoff as others, however. Fast and Furious alum Tyrese Gibson took to social media late last year to voice his displeasure at the idea of Johnson and Statham doing a film together. Gibson posted the following on his Instagram:
“Hello world………. hello loyal fans and loved ones from OUR fast universe…….. I’m sorry to announce that if Dewayne [sic] is in Fast9 there will no more Roman Peirce [sic] – You mess with family and my daughters survival I mess with yours………”
The feud came to an end after Tyrese had what was called a “heart to heart” with Johnson. The two actors came to terms with the situation which leads us to believe we will see Tyrese return when Fast 9 hits theaters. How Johnson will fix the situation with Vin Diesel is a whole other story.
Are you excited for Idris Elba to take on The Rock and Jason Statham? Let us know in the comments below!
Composer Jim Dooley loves making music, and he’s done so for a long list of films and TV shows over the past few decades, including Obsessed (2009), The Last Ship, and A Series of Unfortunate Events on Netflix.
In a rare interview, it kicked off without a question. I mentioned to Jim that I hum the Batman theme from Danny Elfman’s Batman score any time that I step on the gas while driving. He laughs and says “How about this?” He proceeds to play a few exciting seconds from Back to the Future on his piano.
“The <omitted for suspense> soundtrack is
the one that made me say ‘yeah, I want to do that.’”
Sitting in his studio, Jim is currently working on the third season of Lemony Snicket’s A Series Of Unfortunate Events. The Netflix series is a hyper-real, dark-comedy adventure that’s perfect for a composer who grew up with and cherishes the music of Danny Elfman.
“A guy in high school, he made a short film … he took a cueball and rolled it down the hall. Essentially it looked like a fast car. He put a piece of the Batman score to it. I thought ‘that was the most amazing thing, what was that music?’”
The Batman-wave pushed on “The Danny Elfman Batman score is the one that made me say ‘yeah, I want to do that.’”
“The raising of the X-Wing out of the swamp.”
“There’s always two or three scenes to me that are, without music, just a whole different experience.” Go on … “Han Solo being frozen in carbonite. That cue, it’s doing so much heavy lifting.” Jim adds “The raising of the X-Wing out of the swamp. It’s just breathtaking how much patience and restraint he [John Williams] has with that.”
Jim’s work in A Series of Unfortunate Events is equally breathtaking. If you watch the show from the beginning, you’ll notice a change in the score. Throughout season one there was a change in composers. However, once Jim came on board, it became his sonic show and it’s great stuff.
“You try to have as much variation as possible.”
Jim’s work as a composer isn’t limited to film and television. Jim has worked on video games such as the SOCOM series and Infamous. “In a TV show, they want you to blow something up in five minutes. In a movie, the level of commitment [from the audience] is different. You’re not going anywhere for a couple hours. In a video game, that level is even greater.” Players actively sit for hours engaged in video game worlds. “We have no idea how long it’ll take individual players to do something. The music has to fill this world. You try to have as much variation as possible.”
In a moment of weakness, I went a little fanboy for a second. You see, Jim worked on Pushing Daisies, a show I absolutely loved and was canceled far too soon. Pushing Daisies fell within a moment of Hollywood history that would change the course of many shows “We were doing well before the [writer’s] strike.”
What’s happening now?
Jim reveals that as we speak “I’m working on episode five [of Unfortunate Events], and I have three more to go. There won’t be anything else after that.” Snicket’s plan from the start was to complete the book series and do no more.
At the end of the summer, Jim will score “… the live-action Kim Possible movie.”
Last but not least, I ask Jim to spread the love and tell us a few composers he admires “There’s a lot of people out there doing great work. I’m a big fan of Thomas Newman’s work. Also, my collaborator on Last Ship, James Levine. I really admire his sensibilities.”
“Watch your favorite shows without music. It’s such a different experience.” Challenge accepted.
Thanks to Impact24 PR for the images
and the opportunity to speak with composer Jim Dooley.
COSMIC GHOST RIDER #1 written Donny Cates, art by Dylan Burnett, colors by Antonio Fabela, and letters by Clayton Cowles finally rides onto the shelves after his freakin’ awesome debut in Thanos Wins.
What does Cates have in store for our Cosmic Ghost Rider and, can his writing overcome artistic struggles? Let’s find out!
WARNING SPOILERS AHEAD!!!
COSMIC GHOST RIDER SPOILERS TOO…
Cosmically Catching Up
Donny Cates opens the issue by getting the readers up to speed on Frank Castle, the deals he’s made, the people he’s worked for, and the dirty deeds he’s done. After what appears to be a barroom brawl, Odin confronts Frank about his actions in Valhalla and has a sit down chat with him.
The colors on the page above by Fabela are very bright and bring out the color of the Rainbow Bridge. However, I’m not pleased with the art overall in this issue. Maybe it’s because I’ve read VENOM or even DEATH OF THE INHUMANS by Cates giving me something else to compare COSMIC GHOST RIDER too? But, the art in this issue isn’t as good as the other titles mentioned.
Frank Rides Again
The story continues as Odin gives Frank the opportunity to go back to any time and any place he wants. Cates does a fantastic job of explaining everything SO WELL. Odin plucked the Cosmic Ghost Rider from the THANOS WINS timeline. When present-day Thanos reverted his timeline and rewrote the future, Odin pulled the Rider out of that timeline and sent him to Valhalla.
Therefore, the way I understand it is that we technically have two Frank Castles in this timeline and continuity. One that is the Punisher and the other that is the Cosmic Ghost Rider. Feel free to correct me if I’m wrong. I’m told that I’m wrong a lot…
However, as impressive as this story is, I still have a difficult time getting past the art. Look at Frank’s face in the top right panel. He doesn’t have eyes. He has two dots. I understand that Burnett is trying to show shock from the character, but it looks like an elderly, elongated Caillou with long white hair. AND, the Cosmic Ghost Rider’s bike and chain have no depth. The chain is supposed to look like it’s hot or on fire BUT it just seems red. The front orb of the bike looks more like a circle than a sphere of energy.
The Mad Titan
Taking Odin up on his offer to go anywhere he wants, the Cosmic Ghost Rider chooses to visit Thanos as a baby and kill him. I feel like this idea to a story has been done before. BUT, Cates does it in his humorous style that still made it funny and exciting.
Surprisingly enough, baby Thanos overpowers the Cosmic Ghost Rider leading him to use his Penance Stare on the Mad Titan. Even though it’s Thanos, he’s still a child. So Frank, feeling ashamed and appalled in his actions, makes a quick decision!
Best Buds Forever!
Cates ends the issue with the Cosmic Ghost Rider having a change of heart. Instead of putting baby Thanos down, he straps him to his chest like a baby carrier and rides off. This part was hilarious! Where are they going exactly? I couldn’t tell you. But, the art makes it look like they’re riding through the sun.
Final Thoughts
The Cosmic Ghost Rider was highly anticipated. I was looking forward to this series. To be honest, this issue had its moments, Cates did an excellent job of using his style of humor, creativity, and ingenuity to develop a good foundation for the series moving forward. He gave us a how, a when, a why, and a direction. However, I feel like I’ve been to this rodeo before.
And because of that; this is where the art of a story can really help mask some of the writers missteps. The characters are fun, and I think the adventure they’re going to take is going to be interesting, BUTCates wasn’t able to hook me as well as he’s done in the past. And, I genuinely feel it was because of the art.
The art keeps pulling me back out of the story after each read. It’s the art that’s showing some of the blemishes in this issue. It seems rushed. Nothing appears to have curves or texture to it. Everything looks very “geometric” in a way or has rough, sharp, blocky edges. Maybe this is Burnett’s style? Perhaps this is the feel Cates and Burnett want? If so, I’m not a fan.
Art is subjective, and again maybe this is the style Cates and Burnett are going for, BUT I love realistic art that makes me feel like I’m in the story. When I look at this issue, I don’t feel like I’m in the story at all. I read comics to get lost. I want to escape. This art continued to throw me out of the story and genuinely frustrated me.
Should you pick up this issue?
Yes. The story is fun, and the characters are nuts! Baby Thanos and Cosmic Ghost Rider Marvel Team-Up sounds epic! I have faith in Cates to make an exciting story. My hope is that the art team or even art style change.
Should you add this series to your pull?
Yes. However, I’m just not as excited as I was before it came out. I think Cates needs to channel some of his inner THANOS WINS, as well as that art team, to get readers more pumped. I’m hoping Cates’ can throw this series on his back and overcome some of the artistic flaws and blemishes I feel presented themselves throughout the issue.
Well, what did you guys think of COSMIC GHOST RIDER#1? Comment below or hit me up on Twitter @dispatchdcu
GREEN ARROW #42 written by Mairghread Scott, pencils by Matthew Clark, inks by Sean Parsons, colors by Jason Wright, and letters by Deron Bennett breaks through the walls of your comic shop this week as Scott brings us closer to what makes someone a “monster.”
How do you treat a real monster? A true killer? Do they “deserve” to be mistreated and abused for what they’ve done? OR, does that make you just as awful as them? Mairghread Scott raises these difficult questions and so much more in this week’s GREEN ARROW. Let’s jump in!
WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD
GREEN ARROW #42SPOILERS TOO!
Parasitic Roid Rage
Scott opens the issue by showing the reader a roided-out Parasite juiced up on the general population of his cell block. Oh, and by the way, he’s loose in the sewers trying to escape to Metropolis. So, it’s up to our lean, mean, Green Arrow shooting machine to bring him in since our other heroes are busy right now.
Just take a look at the impressive art by this team above. Matthew Clark, Sean Parsons, and Jason Wright draw this massively huge, grotesque, Parasite hovering over Green Arrow dwarfing this averagely accurate Joe and making this battle seem impossible to win. Will Ollie find a way to stop him?
Speaking of this art team, look at the creative display on this page above. Clark, Parsons, and Wright layout each panel in an amazingly crafty way. The panels are broken up by the same flying arrows that Green Arrow is shooting to take down Parasite. That takes skill, thought, and planning to weave that type of storytelling together. This team is doing an excellent job this issue.
Prison Rules
As the story continues, Green Arrow is merely buying time and playing with Parasite. If he can get him to burn out and lose power, he’ll shrink down to normal size and be easier for Ollie to manage.
The Emerald Archer’s idea works well, BUT Parasite gives us an accurate rundown of what’s going on in lockup. It turns out; Parasite would rather die than go back to prison. His conditions are awful, and he’s mentally and physically abused.
Look at the conditions Parasite has been confined too above. This creative team shows a man wanting to die. He’s not permitted to be around any other prisoners AND can’t have any electricity or anything giving off energy in general. Why? Because he would absorb the power and breakout.
However, Scott does a tremendous job painting both sides of this picture. The Warden elaborates with some excellent points as well. The League, including heroes like Green Arrow, stops villains and saves the day BUT what happens to those villains afterward? Who takes care of them? Where do you put them? The Warden makes a point to tell Green Arrow that he’s doing the best he can. But is it good enough?
Mairghread Scott ends this issue with the Parasite freaking out one last time and trying to get away on pure adrenaline. The Warden tracks down Parasite in the sewer and tries to shoot him with a serum that will neutralize his abilities. After he’s unable to get the shot off, Green Arrow steps up and saves the day with pinpoint accuracy.
Things to Think about…
This issue brought up some great questions. How do you treat a real monster? A true killer?Do they “deserve” to be mistreated and abused for what they’ve done?
I can’t speak for everyone on this, BUT I feel like the “heroes code” shown in most comics would dictate that our heroes are not the judge, the jury, or executioner of any living thing. Their job is only to protect people the best they can. Therefore, all humans and meta-humans alike have to work together and support the rehabilitation of these villains. But was the Warden doing that? Who knows for sure… but they are excellent discussion question over a cup of coffee! If you want my personal beliefs, hit me up on twitter.
Should you pick up this issue?
Honestly, it ends this arc and doesn’t share a ton about the overall story direction of what’s to come. In a way, the issue is more like a one shot. If you skip it, you’ll be fine. That said; the issue raises some tremendous moral questions and coffee talk with your friends.
I’d say pick it up if you enjoy Green Arrow and philosophical discussions. Otherwise, don’t worry about grabbing it this week.
Should you add this series to your pull?
I’d hold off for right now. Wait until the new creative team pops in and see how they do. Please understand that takes nothing away from THIS issue. This team did a fantastic job creating an enjoyable read, but the Benson’s are on the way which could alter the direction of Green Arrow. I’d wait to add it to my pull until then.
Well, what did you guys think of GREEN ARROW #42? Comment below or hit me up on Twitter @dispatchdcu
DEATH OF THE INHUMANS #1 written by Donny Cates, art by Ariel Olivetti, colors by Jordie Bellaire, and letters by Clayton Cowles finally hits the shelves this week as Cates’ highly anticipated event leaves readers wondering; is this the end of the Inhumans?
Cates kicks off this series with death, annihilation, and genocide led by a new ruthless Inhuman named Vox, who looks like a creepy Lord Zed from Power Rangers. Who will be left standing after this issue? Let’s jump in and find out!
WARNING: SPOILERS AHEAD!
DEATH OF INHUMANS #1 SPOILERS!!
Spoilers. I know many of you hate them. But, you know what they say, When in Rome… was an amazing band!!! If you don’t believe me, look them up. I Promise you’ll love them!!
Inhuman Background
Cates opens the issue with some background to get the readers up to speed. The Kree experimented around the galaxy creating soldiers with abilities for their war against the cosmos. They did this to 5 different factions in the universe; one of which is the Inhumans we know led by Black Bolt.
Nervous of a prophecy foretelling of the Midnight King destroying the Kree, the Supreme Intelligence sent out a galactic-wide genocide of all branches of Inhumans. Led by a villain created by the Kree containing various abilities of the Inhumans, Vox tore through the galaxy with a scythe of destruction.
Roman & Biblical Tones
Black Bolt leaves New Arctilan with his closest friends and compatriots to meet with the other four Inhuman factions at an undisclosed location. Black Bolt and his Inhumans arrive only to find the other four groups and heir Queens gruesomely killed.
Now, pay close attention to what Cates and Olivetti do in the above image because the creative genius is impressive. The four Queens are basically crucified, which was something the Ancient Romans did during the Pax Romana. If you remember from earlier in the story, Black Bolt was discussing how the Ancient Roman culture was and later references how “Rome wasn’t built in a day.”
Point is: if you are not familiar with Roman or Biblical History, you would just read this issue and pass some of these subtle nuances right by. But the Queen’s above were crucified, which was done to set a tone to any that oppose. Sure, it wasn’t on a cross, but the symbolism is there.
The Kree, led by Vox, is sending a message to all the Inhumans. They are gonna die and it’s going to be horrific, bloody, and painful. Excellent symbolism and teamwork by Cates and Olivetti!
Hidden Agendas
Triton realizes at the last minute that Vox set up a bomb to attempt to kill Black Bolt. However, the most badass dog in all the nine realms saves the day again! Lockjaw teleports everyone out just in time-saving everyone but Triton.
Medusa realizes that this bomb wasn’t meant to kill but only to injure and keep them occupied. Why? Because Vox wanted them away to slaughter all the Inhumans left at New Arctilan.
Lord Zed, I mean Vox (above), does look pretty menacing here by Olivetti and her art team. However, don’t you think Vox could also be “the Midnight King” that was foretold to the Kree Supreme Intelligence? Just a thought.
Cates throws a curveball into the mix and kills everyone right out of the gate. Now, he sends Vox to slaughter all of the Inhumans left at New Arctilan, including Black Bolt’s brother Maximus the Mad. Once Black Bolt realizes Vox’s plan, he realizes he needs to get home fast. Lockjaw is still too far away to teleport anyone there.
Whisper Down the Lane
Above, you’ll see one of my favorite pages of the issue. Cates & Olivetti are working so well together throughout this issue, and this page shows just how they make the strawberry jam taste so dang good!
Look at how Cates uses Black Bolt’s powers to get his compatriots close enough for Lockjaw to use his teleportation ability. Even just a whisper from Black Bolt, sends them blasting through space faster than their engines.
Also, look at how Olivetti paints this picture with the help of Bellaire and Cowles. Black Bolt is so small compared to his ship. AND the black, darkness of space is colored so well done, making the situation seem so lonely, hopeless, and lost.
Better yet, the small and straightforward lettering by Cowles to show that all Black Bolt needs to do to move his gigantic ship across space at close to light speeds, is to whisper into space out the back. Together, this page shows the time and preparation this team took into creating this issue. Amazing job!
Don’t Mess with Lockjaw
Once in range, Lockjaw teleports in and attempts to save Maximus only to have Vox hit them both with some type of red energy while (I think) Lockjaw tried to teleport them both away. The issue ends with Black Bolt arriving with his crew to see them decimated remains of New Arctilan and his people.
Cates & Olivetti do a fantastic job kick starting this series out of the gate with death, destruction, and characters we know actually dying. This is going to be a fun ride. However, I hope you’re listening Cates.
PLEASE ! Don’t kill LOCKJAW
If the Inhumans got to go, fine. But not Lockjaw. Seriously, 2 of my little boys think he is the coolest dog ever! I think he’s the coolest pet ever! Heck, anyone with little kids, go read Pet Avengers. It’s great! Don’t make me tell my boys he’s dead. AND, it kind of looked like you killed him there at the end. Just saying….
Also, where is Blinky and Crusher Creel? They were just in the Black Bolt series.
Should you pick up this issue?
Yes! Great start! Great art! And, I have faith that Cates will not kill the world’s most amazing animal. Lockjaw will survive. HE MUST!
Should you add this series to your pull?
Absolutely! I think we have enough background on Cates to know how amazing his stories can be. Now’s your chance to hop on the train as it leaves the station. It really was a great action-packed start to the series. I have no doubt you’ll enjoy it as long as Lockjaw doesn’t die.
Well, what did you guys think of DEATH OF THE INHUMANS #1? Comment below or hit me up on Twitter @dispatchdcu
The Heart of the Crystal Gems event continues as a week of new Steven Universe keeps delighting the fans. Will this episode break the string of good episodes as of late?
This is another episode dedicated to looking at the effects of the revelation behind Rose Quartz. This time it’s Steven’s dad, Greg who takes a moment to showcase how he feels about this information. The man finds out the mother of his child was someone else and his reaction is actually very logical. Why should he be mad Rose didn’t tell him who she used to be? He didn’t tell her who he was before becoming Mister Universe the rockstar. Both of them had pasts they couldn’t deal with and instead decided to embrace a new present together. It’s very touching when you think about it.
Speaking about touching, Ruby tries to put on a brave front and tries to be a cowboy but this is just so she doesn’t have to think about the fact she and Sapphire got into a fight. This offers Ruby something she has never had before: Freedom. Going out on her own without a care in the world and finally making her own decisions. Except there is something more to this episode than just “Ruby becomes a cowboy.”
The episode addresses the fact even when someone is alone and making important choices, it doesn’t mean their mind isn’t somewhere else. It’s hard to let go of someone after they have been a big part of your life for so long and even though you are going about your life it can still weight on you as a person. It plays to a lot of aspects and will help the younger viewers understand doing something important alone doesn’t mean it helps a person forget their troubles entirely. Often your problems can follow you wherever you go. It’s a very adult concept broken down in a very bitesize helping.
Everything leads to an adorable moment fans have been hoping would happen for a very long time. It offers a feel good, heartwarming experience which really plays at the heartstrings. This episode of seems lackluster at first but by the end it has a offers a lot of great moments which will have the fans giddy by the end.
In the midst of cookouts and massive displays of fireworks, Amazon just released a brand new action-packed trailer for their upcoming show Tom Clancy’s Jack Ryan.
The trailer effectively uses quotes from speeches given by President Trump, President Kennedy, and President Clinton alluding to the challenges which come in the fight against terrorists. We initially see Ryan (John Krasinski) in his cubicle doing something rather mundane when then quickly transitions into some explosive imagery outlining for the viewers what lies ahead in the first season. What stood out to me is how quickly the trailer could convey Ryan’s initial reluctance. That paired with a rendition of “All Along The Watchtower” and the result is a fantastic tease for what’s to come once the show releases August 31st. Here’s the trailer –
Did anyone catch how they used Kennedy’s quote (“a new frontier”) right when the image of the drone appeared on screen? Could that be a sign of what’s to come this season? Perhaps a significant portion of Jack Ryan’s first season will focus on the use of drones in the war on terror.
Amazon’s series will be more of an updated take on one of Tom Clancy’s more iconic characters. Carlton Cuse and Graham Roland’s vision is more of an origin tale. Ryan is much younger and unassuming in this series making Kransinski a perfect choice for the role.
Paramount Pictures confirmed a report in Varietylate Tuesday that Miles Teller had indeed been cast as the late Nicholas “Goose” Bradshaw’s son in Top Gun: Maverick. Tom Cruise is returning to play Peter “Maverick” Mitchell who is now an instructor at the very flight academy where he enjoyed buzzing the tower. Teller seemingly confirmed the news yesterday on social media –
It had been long rumored that actor Glen Powell was in the running for the part. Some reports even had him being one of the finalists along with Teller and Nicholas Hoult for the role which may explain this tweet –
I’m taking down all the Tom Cruise posters in my bedroom. Maybe, I’ll leave one. Two for symmetry. Okay, the posters are staying. https://t.co/7gCpNLJCcz
Joe Kosinski (Only The Brave) is set to direct the highly anticipated sequel which marks the second time he’s worked with Teller. While Kosinski might feel more comfortable with Teller, he’s missing a golden opportunity by not casting Powell. If anyone were to take a photo of both actors and put it next to a picture of Anthony Edwards and Meg Ryan (Edwards played Goose and Ryan was his wife in the first film), Powell easily looks like he’d be their son. Alas, common sense doesn’t often prevail when casting decisions are made in Hollywood.
Returning for the sequel as well is Val Kilmer who will reprise his role as Tom “Ice Man” Kazansky. Top Gun: Maverick is slated to open in July of 2019.
The finale to The Man of Steel brings mysteries to a close in a phenomenal way.
Last week was another attempt by the man of steel taking down Rogol Zaar. Unfortunately, as we have seen building up to this, he is incredibly difficult to fight. Their battle leaves Superman badly beaten on the moon with Rogol preparing to destroy Earth. As Supergirl brings him back, we learn through flashback what has happened to Jon and Lois. The machine that appeared in their home a few issues back was Jor-El, offering to teach Jon of the galaxy. The only way to properly get this teaching, however, is to go on a trip around it. Knowing his son and Earth won’t be safe with Rogol Zaar still out there, Superman springs into action. How will the man of steel defeat such a monster?
**Some Spoilers Below**
Story:
Superman finds Rogol Zaar preparing a bomb in the center of the Earth to destroy the planet as he did with Krypton. Superman quickly takes the weapon away from the planet, believing it is his responsibility alone to stop this. Rogol quickly catches up to the man of steel, but before he can set off the bomb, Supergirl comes in to assist. The Kryptonians separate the alien from his weapon, allowing Supergirl a chance to send him into the Phantom Zone. The miniseries ends by answering the question laid out during the build-up, including the fates of Jon and Lois.
While there are some flaws in the plot, I can’t say that I didn’t enjoy. The action is very entertaining, and there is plenty of character moments that will tug at readers’ heartstrings. One moment that is done very well is Superman in the aftermath of the battle. He returns home, goes to Jon’s room and sits there, coming to grips with the fact Rogol destroyed his only way to talk to his family. His family will be back, as we learned in the flashbacks, but it is depressing to see Superman hit this emotional low. The issue also set the stage for the series to come, with the mystery of the Metropolis arsons taking an unexpected turn. As it stands, this issue and the miniseries opened the door for Bendis’ Superman, and I can’t wait to see where we go now.
Art:
Jason Fabok, who has been illustrating the flashbacks of the miniseries, has stepped up for this issue. His artwork makes the story feel cinematic and larger than life, especially with the fight against Rogol. You can feel the intensity with every blow thanks to the fantastic detail in every drawing. Alex Sinclair’s colorwork compliments Fabok’s style masterfully, allowing the world to feel more alive and real. The team went above and beyond to try and deliver an excellent looking finale, and they succeeded.
Conclusion:
While it had its missteps, the finale to the Man of Steel miniseries is a good read overall. It had exciting action, interesting character moments, and sets up the coming series. The art team has stepped up to deliver art to send the miniseries out right. This is a great ending to a fantastic miniseries.
