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\r\n\r\nHarley Queen and the Joker face off filled with wacky death traps in the likes that only those two can conceive. What opens with Harley running the Joker down with her car goes to a giant vat of tapioca pudding - that serves as a metaphor for Harley having escaped the grasp of the clown - and then to a dark and twisted fairy tale landscape on which Harley makes clear that she is vicariously living her own fairytale through Batman and Catwoman\u2019s wedding.<\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\nHowever, the dynamic of power reverses quite easily. By playing with Harley\u2019s need for his approval, the Joker is able to spot the flaws in her plan and save himself from certain death.<\/span>\r\n\r\n![\"bpttwhqvsj1_2\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/07\/bpttwhqvsj1_2.jpg\")
\r\n\r\nIn the end, the Joker\u2019s biggest complain, of not having been invited to the big wedding takes the spotlight, and the epilogue paves the way for the events on the serial The Best Man<\/em>, seen in Batman #48 and #49, the two issues preceding the big day.<\/span>\r\n\r\nTo the Batrimony we go!<\/span>\r\n\r\nOverall:<\/strong> 10\/10<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"Batman: Prelude to the Wedding: Harley Quinn vs. Joker #1 Review","post_excerpt":"Till death do us part","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"batman-prelude-to-the-wedding-harley-quinn-vs-joker-1-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2018-09-14 17:06:05","post_modified_gmt":"2018-09-14 17:06:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=198332","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":197630,"post_author":"29","post_date":"2018-06-12 21:42:05","post_date_gmt":"2018-06-12 21:42:05","post_content":"Writer:<\/strong> Tim Seeley<\/span>\r\n\r\nArtists:<\/strong> Travis Moore\/Otto Schmidt<\/span>\r\n\r\nColors: <\/strong>Tamra Bonvillain<\/span>\r\n\r\nLetters:<\/strong> Dave Sharpe<\/span>\r\n\r\nCover:<\/strong> Rafael Albuquerque & Dave McCaig<\/span>\r\n\r\nPublished by: <\/strong>DC Comics<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nSpoilers<\/span><\/strong>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nI\u2019m adoring the Prelude to the Wedding series. Actually, I\u2019m adoring this entire new run of Batman, that has been dealing with the characters in a very tactful and human manner without losing all the fun of the action and almost over the top violence Batman is known for.<\/span>\r\n\r\nThe second issue starts with some wholesome fun, with Superman and Nightwing throwing a bachelor party for the Caped Crusader. After some burgers eaten while in full superhero regalia, the plans for an impromptu fishing trip inside a pocket universe are ruined by the interruption of the supervillain Hush.<\/span>\r\n\r\n![\"batman_pttwnvsh1_1\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/batman_pttwnvsh1_1.jpg\")
\r\n\r\nWhile Superman is distracted by Hush\u2019s diversion, Batman and Nightwing face off against the villain. Trying to defend his disciple from and oncoming threat to his life, Batman accidentally sends both Nightwing and Hush through the pocket universe\u2019s door, and they end in an alternate reality Gotham, where only the dangerous, faceless echoes of its citizens inhabit.<\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\nHush\u2019s resentment towards Nightwing then shows up fully fledged. Bruce Wayne\u2019s former best friend struggles to understand why Dick Grayson has Bruce\u2019s full trust when for he has been completely forgotten, proof being that he was not invited to be one of Bruce\u2019s groomsmen.<\/span>\r\n\r\nWith the help of an interdimensional figure that very closely resemble The Dude, from The Big Lebowsky, the duo of rivals search for a place where their individuality and identity resonates stronger so they can fight against the echoes, and guided by Nightwing, they end up in Wayne Manor.<\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\n![\"batman_pttwnvsh1_2\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/06\/batman_pttwnvsh1_2.jpg\")
\r\n\r\nIt\u2019s there the the difference between Tommy and Dick\u2019s relationship with Bruce is made clear. While Dick was always there for Bruce and has in the Manor a huge part of what made him who he is, Tommy did nothing but to envy Bruce\u2019s life, and has in the Manor and the time he spent there his biggest weakness of character, instead of a strength.<\/span><\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\nOnce again, we have an ending that\u2019s sweet without being sappy, with Dick coming to terms with not being Bruce\u2019s best man, but estating that he never wanted to distance himself from him when moving to Bludhaven. He only wanted space to be himself, but still wanted to be there for his friend.<\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\nOne more time I\u2019m left with a warm fuzzy feeling inside, mixed with the apprehension of the clear party poopers that are going to crash the wedding, as shown in the epilogue. Seeing the relationships between the Bat-family and adjacent members towards the bride and groom to be is fanservice enough to last me a lifetime, and all the action peppered in between it\u2019s just as awesome and enough to satiate my \u201cthirst for blood.\u201d<\/span>\r\n\r\nOverall:<\/strong> 10\/10<\/span>","post_title":"Batman: Prelude to the Wedding: Nightwing vs. Hush #1 Review","post_excerpt":"Dick Grayson has a lot of responsibility","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"batman-prelude-to-the-wedding-nightwing-vs-hush-1-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2018-09-15 01:28:05","post_modified_gmt":"2018-09-15 01:28:05","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=197630","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"},{"ID":194318,"post_author":"14","post_date":"2018-02-22 19:17:48","post_date_gmt":"2018-02-22 19:17:48","post_content":"Writer:<\/strong> Tim Seeley (with Steve Seeley for story writing)<\/span>\r\n\r\nArtist:<\/strong> Priscilla Petraites<\/span>\r\n\r\nColourist:<\/strong> Marco Lesko<\/span>\r\n\r\nLetterer:<\/strong> Marshall Dillon<\/span>\r\n\r\nCover:<\/strong> Addison Duke & Mike Norton<\/span>\r\n\r\nPublisher:<\/strong> AfterShock Comics<\/span>\r\n\r\n \r\n\r\nBrilliant Trash #4<\/em> escalates the tensions from the previous issue, opening with more of Zhen\u2019s troubling memories flooding into Kennedy\u2019s head. Heller and Kennedy make it to Lifespan Inc., and it does not take long before Kennedy (with Zhen\u2019s knowledge) comes into conflict with Lifespan\u2019s CEO, Jay Cromwell. Exposed to the cruel truths behind Lifespan\u2019s goals, Kennedy and Heller suddenly find themselves the target of super-powered infiltrators, hell-bent on capturing Kennedy for themselves. Can Heller be a true superhero and save the day, or is he too loyal to Cromwell?<\/span>\r\n\r\nMinor Spoilers Follow!<\/span><\/em><\/strong>\r\n\r\nThis is an action-packed issue, and does an admirable job of ratcheting up the tension. Opening with more of Zhen\u2019s memories, now slowly spilling into Kennedy\u2019s conscious mind, we learn about Zhen\u2019s altruistic motivations, and the money-centric plans of Cromwell. Back in the present, Kennedy and Heller reach the ostentatious Lifespan headquarters, and things quickly descend into chaos. Kennedy is back on top sarcastic form, and wisely tells Cromwell where to stick his offer of employment. The moment is interrupted by an attack from within; more \u2018god hackers\u2019 with an impressive array of powers, hiding amongst Cromwell\u2019s own staff. Kennedy is their target, and that leaves Heller with a choice. Defend Kennedy, and the children that Lifespan have locked up, or listen to Cromwell, who he has been passively obeying since this story started. Heller makes his choice, which intriguingly may have been assisted by one of the children, and a super-powered royal rumble takes place. The issue ends on this cliff-hanger high note, and it is an excellent lead up to Brilliant Trash #5<\/em>.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\n![\"brillianttrash4_1\"](\"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/02\/brillianttrash4_1.jpg\")
<\/a>\r\n\r\nBrilliant Trash #4<\/em> is a definite increase in both pace and dynamic action from the previous <\/span>issue, and continues the building of Heller as character. It seems he is, after all, a good man, and whether he was prompted into action by an outside force or not, he does recognise the wrong course of action. The writing from Tim (and Steve) Seeley is on point in this issue; Kennedy is her biting, sarcastic self, and is aware enough to not fall for Cromwell\u2019s PR-laden silver tongue. Even the hackers get some gloriously unhinged dialogue, not to mention an interesting array of abilities. There are even a few sly digs at 21st century America, and although not quite as prevalent as it was in the first issue, the return to form is welcome. This issue also wins points for highlighting how super strength alone won\u2019t stop a bullet to the head. The fight scene itself stands apart by having the additional filter of Heller\u2019s idealised view of himself as a hero from the 1940s\/50s, but with all the violence and bad language from \u2018real life\u2019 2018. Just in case you were wondering, it\u2019s great<\/em>. The children locked away in Lifespan also get a chance for revenge, and although extremely disturbing, it feels like something they have earnt after their earlier treatment.<\/span><\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\n<\/a>\r\n\r\nThis brings us to the art, again provided by Priscilla Petraites. Apart from the clear, bright and well-assembled panels that have become part of this series, this issue incorporates Heller\u2019s idealised view of an old-school superhero; Petraites implements this with aplomb, adjusting the style perfectly, and redrawing the characters to match the aesthetic. The action flows well, and the brutal consequences of superpowers is rendered in gory detail. Marco Lesko compliments and contributes to this with the colour palette, using simpler, muted colours for Heller\u2019s vision, whilst using various filters for other important effects, like the sepia for flashbacks. This also includes bursts of bright colour to highlight important or action-packed panels, making them stand out from the page. Marshall Dillon provides the lettering, making sure dialogue is clear and easily read, whilst also making sure that the entertaining 1950\u2019s style superhero noises (including a good use of POW!) are used liberally. Overall, this is a nice change from traditional formatting, giving the issue some nice touches. Addison Duke and Mike Norton provide the cover for this issue, giving us a hint of Heller\u2019s heroic moment (including the old-school artwork). It\u2019s also a nice reminder of the contrast between what would be the bloody reality of using superpowered abilities and the more sanitised version of stories past. Overall, the art team have done an excellent job with this issue, and it is nice to see inventive features that make Brilliant Trash #4<\/em> stand out. This issue also features a preview of the compilation Shock, coming soon from AfterShock Comics.<\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\nBrilliant Trash #4<\/em> is an exciting continuation of the story, with dynamic action, good pacing, and entertaining writing. It will be interesting to see where events lead after the ending, and what is in store for the characters in the future.<\/span><\/span>\r\n\r\nBrilliant Trash #4<\/em> is available now from AfterShock Comics, at any good retailer.<\/span>\r\n\r\nOverall:<\/strong> 9\/10<\/span>\r\n\r\n ","post_title":"Brilliant Trash #4 Review","post_excerpt":"Word of tomorrow","post_status":"publish","comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","post_password":"","post_name":"brilliant-trash-4-review","to_ping":"","pinged":"","post_modified":"2018-09-16 17:04:17","post_modified_gmt":"2018-09-16 17:04:17","post_content_filtered":"","post_parent":0,"guid":"http:\/\/comicbuzz.com\/?p=194318","menu_order":0,"post_type":"post","post_mime_type":"","comment_count":"0","filter":"raw"}],"next":false,"prev":false,"total_page":1},"paged":1,"column_class":"jeg_col_2o3","class":"epic_block_22"};
