Author Archives: Keith Dooley

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“Endgame” Reaches its Finale in “Batman” #40 and Proves Why This is the Best Book on the Stands [Review]

By | Apr 30, 2015 | Reviews

As promised, the final chapter of “Endgame” is a shocking change to Batman’s status quo. “Batman” #40 is a brilliant issue, with Snyder, artist Greg Capullo, inker Danny Miki, and colorist FCO Plascencia working in perfect unison to create an epic finale with a thrilling mixture of complex character exploration, action, and impactful surprises. Written […]

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The Horrific and the Familiar Merge to Make the Gorgeous “Convergence: Swamp Thing” #1 [Review]

By | Apr 24, 2015 | Reviews

Len Wein returns to writing the character he co-created in “Convergence: Swamp Thing” #1, while Kelley Jones supplies the art for a character that is appropriately suited to his singularly brilliant style. This is one of the best “Convergence” tie-ins so far, with enough history and enthralling art to satisfy both long-time comic book readers […]

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The 90’s Return When Azrael and Batman Clash in the Entertaining “Convergence: Batman: Shadow of the Bat” #1 [Review]

By | Apr 17, 2015 | Reviews

The 1990s return when Bruce Wayne, who has just recovered from being broken by Bane, must team up with Jean Paul Valley (a.k.a. Azrael) to thwart the machinations of Metropolis’ underworld. The first part of “Convergence: Batman: Shadow of the Bat”, by Larry Hama and Philip Tan, is a fun, yet slight diversion that can […]

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Roche Limit: Clandestiny #1 Interviews
Exclusive: Michael Moreci Talks “Roche Limit: Clandestiny” and Shares 5 Pages [Interview and Preview]

By | Apr 7, 2015 | Interviews

“Roche Limit” was one of my favorite series of 2014 for good reason. Intriguing storytelling, gorgeous art, and dynamic colors made up a science fiction story that coaxed you into pondering deeper meanings while having a fun time. Writer Michael Moreci follows up the first part of his “Roche Limit” trilogy, “Anomalous,” with volume two […]

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Pick of the Week: “Batman Eternal” #52 is a Triumphant Conclusion to Gotham’s Status Quo Rollicking Epic [Review]

By | Apr 2, 2015 | Reviews

The culmination of Batman’s year-long weekly arrives this week in “Batman Eternal” #52, demonstrating the power and versatility of the Caped Crusader and his allies. James Tynion IV is on script duty with this final issue and allows each member of the Bat family to have their own individual defining moment, while teasing the future […]

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A Delicious Brew of the Horrific and the Heartfelt is Conjured in “Wytches” #5 [Review]

By | Mar 26, 2015 | Reviews

“Wytches”’ penultimate chapter of its first arc continues to convey the series’ genius combination of the horrific and the heartfelt. Scott Snyder, Jock, and Matt Hollingsworth once again demonstrate how seamlessly they work together to transform a deeply personal tale into something that is visceral, palpable, and bursts forth from each page in a beautifully […]

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New Heroes are Born in the Fun “Detective Comics: Endgame” #1 [Review]

By | Mar 13, 2015 | Reviews

Leading up to “Endgame”’s conclusion in this month’s “Batman” #40, DC is releasing one-shots that connect to the chaos that the Joker has inflicted on Gotham City. “Detective Comics: Endgame” #1 is written by regular “Detective Comics” co-writer Brian Buccellato. Artists Roge Antonio and Ronan Cliquet, and colorist Nick Filardi join Buccellato in crafting a […]

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