Comics Review: Batman: Faces of Death

In 2011, set after “Flashpoint,” The Flash/Barry Allen permanently changed the DC Universe’s status quo into a full reboot known as, “The New 52.” A modernized relaunch on all characters and teams as a way to introduce newcomers. DC Comics cancelled numerous titles in favor of replacing them starting with issue #1. Justice League was […]

Comics Review: Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow

Having no purpose like her cousin, Superman, Supergirl/Kara Zor-El has an existential crisis drinking at bars on other planets. Krypto the Superdog accompanies her. One day, a girl named, Ruthye recruits her to track down a low life who murdered her father. At first, Kara refuses, because she has a no killing rule. She accepts […]

Comics Review: The Dark Knight Returns

The 1980s were an important decade in comic book history. Alan Moore published “V for Vendetta” and his groundbreaking magnum opus, “Watchmen.” The latter deconstructs superheroes affecting American history. For instance, Richard Nixon remains as president in his third term. Thus, the Watergate Scandal never happened. Fresh from writing Wolverine’s four-part mini-series and Daredevil comics […]

Comics Review: Batman: Year One

Fresh from the critical and commercial success of “The Dark Knight Returns” set as an Elseworlds story outside the DC Universe, Miller worked on another Batman storyline. This time, set in the main universe which focuses on The Caped Crusader’s first year as well as Jim Gordon’s career as a lieutenant in the Gotham City […]

Peacemaker: Season 2

Set a month after David Corenswet’s “Superman,” Peacmaker/Chris Smith and his allies disbanded. One evening, Chris stumbles upon an alternate universe where his father and brother are alive living a peaceful life. Meanwhile, Rick Flag Sr. and A.R.G.U.S. monitor Chris’ activities. Things go well in the alternate universe, but there’s something fishy going on which […]

Flashback Review: Superman: The Animated Series: Season 2

Superman: The Animated Series’ second season officially aired in 1997 (same year Final Fantasy VII came out) on Kids WB a few months after the first season’s finale. Season 2 earned positive reviews from critics, fans and viewers alike. James Gunn’s Superman reboot is out in theaters. Don’t forget to check out my non-spoiler review. […]