May 2015 – Page 7 – Multiversity Comics

Awkward Conversation and Outlaws Make For a Bad Night in “Copperhead” #7 [Review]

By Jess Camacho | May 15, 2015 | Reviews

Clara tries to gain some sense of normalcy by going out on a date but since this is her life, nothing ever goes smoothly. “Copperhead” #7 is a very strong issue that gets deeper into analyzing Clara’s personality. Be warned, there are spoilers in this review. Written by Jay Faerber Illustrated Scott Godlewski & Ron […]

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“The Mantle” #1 by Brisson and Level Has Superheroes, Is Meta [Review]

By Michelle White | May 15, 2015 | Reviews

Do we really need another superhero story that plays with the tropes of the genre? Maybe not. (So far as I’m concerned, “Watchmen” cornered that market a long time ago.) Still, “The Mantle” #1 – written by Ed Brisson, drawn by Brian Level, and published by Image Comics – is a quick, fun read, and […]

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Heroes, Villains, Sidekicks, and Subversions in “Nimona” [Review]

By Matthew Garcia | May 15, 2015 | Reviews

In 2012, Noelle Stevenson started posting “Nimona” online. It originally meant to serve as her senior thesis for the Maryland Institute of College Art, but after she decided to see it through to the end, it evolved into one of the most beloved webcomics available, winning the Cartoonist Studio Prize and earning nominations for both […]

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News

The Rundown: “Watchmen” Thug Notes, Shearer Leaves The Simpsons, and more!

By Greg Matiasevich | May 15, 2015 | News

Welcome back to The Rundown, our daily breakdown on comic news stories we missed from the previous day. Have a link to share? Email our team at rundown@multiversitycomics.com. – Thug Notes, having already done a great job of demystifying some of the greatest books in English literature, decided it was now time to tackle the […]

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Our Next Friendly Neighborhood Spider-Man: Butterfield?

By Keith Dooley | May 14, 2015 | News

Marvel Studios and Sony Pictures have found their next Spider-Man according to a story published on Latino Review today. The site is reporting that Asa Butterfield, the star of “Ender’s Game” and “Hugo”, will be the next actor to step into the webslinger’s boots. Although the cast of “Captain America: Civil War” was announced last […]

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The CW Absolutely Loses Its Mind With First “Legends of Tomorrow” Trailer

By James Johnston | May 14, 2015 | News

Some context. I started writing for Multiversity Comics by, among other duties, doing a recap column for the first season of Arrow. It was one of the most mediocre experiences I’ve ever endured and I skipped out on season two and three due to a combination of college and general disinterest. As a result, I […]

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Reviews

It’s Guns for Show, Knives for a Pro, in “Lady Killer” #5 [Review]

By Stephenson Ardern-Sodje | May 14, 2015 | Reviews

The conclusion of Jones and Rich’s 60’s period-drama/murderthon careens to a crescendo. Written by Joelle Jones & Jamie S. Rich Illustrated by Joelle Jones Josie closes in on the truth behind who really wants to end her life as a cheerful housewife, mother, and ruthlessly skilled assassin! Who is really behind the hit? And are they […]

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The Familiar is Made Unique in “Batman: Earth One Volume Two” [Review]

By Keith Dooley | May 14, 2015 | Reviews

“Batman: Earth One Volume Two” is a thrilling alternate reality Bat-tale that is an improvement over the first volume, which didn’t feel as much of a cohesive whole as this one does from beginning to end. Writer Geoff Johns and artist Gary Frank flesh out a Gotham City brimming with familiar characters and takes them […]

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“Lantern City” #1 Provides Surprising Depth And A Very Real Struggle [Review]

By Alice W. Castle | May 14, 2015 | Reviews

“The actions of one are the actions of all.” Set in the dystopian, walled off, steampunk city of the title, “Lantern City” #1 follows the journey of one man who sparks a rebellion against a tyrannical order in order to protect his family. Read on below for our spoiler free review of “Lantern City” #1 […]

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Pick of the Week: “Injection” #1 Is Compelling, Confusing and Uncompromising [Review]

By Matt Dodge | May 14, 2015 | Reviews

“Injection” #1 from Warren Ellis, Declan Shalvey and Jordie Bellaire is complex, thoughtful, absorbing and definitely not for everyone. Written by Warren Ellis Illustrated by Declan Shalvey Once upon a time, there were five crazy people, and they poisoned the 21st Century. Now they have to deal with the corrosion to try and save us […]

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Five Thoughts on Arrow’s “My Name is Oliver Queen” [Review]

By Brian Salvatore | May 14, 2015 | Reviews

Well, we’ve seen another season of Arrow to its conclusion, and things are going to be quite different in both Starling City and Nanda Parbat. Be warned, spoilers will be discussed. Also – I am going to deal with more of what happened this week, versus speculating what will be happening next season. That will […]

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Podcasts

Robots From Tomorrow- Episode 192: “Journalism” by Joe Sacco [Podcast]

By Mike Romeo | May 14, 2015 | Podcasts

When you think about cartoonist journalists, the first (and probably only) name that comes to mind is almost always Joe Sacco. And for good reason, because the man has been using his cartooning skills in the service of in-depth reporting for over two decades. This week, Mike & Greg take a look at “Journalism”, a […]

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