indeedithappens's review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Ableism, Genocide, Gore, Body horror, Confinement, Blood, Cancer, Cursing, Death, Kidnapping, Medical trauma, Murder, Physical abuse, Colonisation, Gun violence, Panic attacks/disorders, Terminal illness, Medical content, Racism, Religious bigotry, Sexism, Violence, Xenophobia, Abandonment, Grief, Injury/Injury detail, Toxic relationship, Chronic illness, Drug use, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, and War
ladyofaragon's review against another edition
4.0
I did prefer the film, but the artwork was incredible and truly lent to the feel of the story.
krismoon's review against another edition
5.0
The Fountain is a beautiful companion to the spectacular film by the same name. Kent Williams captures the essence of the story and delivers breathtaking panels. This is one graphic novel that I don't mind giving away, then reordering.
If you connected to the film, then the graphic novel is a must.
If you connected to the film, then the graphic novel is a must.
stiricide's review against another edition
3.0
No disagreements that Kent Williams' paintings are absolutely stunning, but the story was too bifurcated (trifurcated?) for me. It eventually came together, but braiding timelines is always difficult.
raphthebard's review
emotional
mysterious
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book was a brilliant read. As a fan of manga and graphic novels, I've read this book multiple times to truly appreciate the artistry, I love the switching styles in between settings. The story was emotional, made even more so by the art. Overall, I would very much recommend this book to anyone.
inthelunaseas's review against another edition
4.0
I was a little confused when I finished this, but after I'd put it down and thought about it overnight, I finally came up with an opinion.
It's nice. The storyline is a little higgilty-piggilty, and honestly, there are still parts of it where I'm thinking, 'okay, what happened and how does this relate?'
There is a review on here that I feel sums up what I felt was wrong with the novel. This is the one, if you care to read. I don't agree with all of it, but it does talk about what I felt was missing and problematic with the comic.
What I thought stood out was the artwork. Some people on here have said that it wasn't that great, and it can detract from the story, but I felt this is what stood out. I like painted comics best, and I like sketchy art, both of which The Fountain had. I also think it works best for the future scenes.
I haven't seen the movie (which Peter will be annoyed about, because he kept telling me to watch the movie before reading the book... sorry!) so I can't compare, but I'll be watching it after I've mulled over the story a little more.
It's nice. The storyline is a little higgilty-piggilty, and honestly, there are still parts of it where I'm thinking, 'okay, what happened and how does this relate?'
There is a review on here that I feel sums up what I felt was wrong with the novel. This is the one, if you care to read. I don't agree with all of it, but it does talk about what I felt was missing and problematic with the comic.
What I thought stood out was the artwork. Some people on here have said that it wasn't that great, and it can detract from the story, but I felt this is what stood out. I like painted comics best, and I like sketchy art, both of which The Fountain had. I also think it works best for the future scenes.
I haven't seen the movie (which Peter will be annoyed about, because he kept telling me to watch the movie before reading the book... sorry!) so I can't compare, but I'll be watching it after I've mulled over the story a little more.
rahulporuri's review against another edition
3.0
It's an interesting read with a gripping story but the art is what really glued me to the pages, art which was changing with almost every turn of the page.
thegreatmanda's review against another edition
4.0
Not your usual book - it's not so much plot-driven or character-driven as it is a sequential visualization of an abstract idea. If that makes any sense. Some very compelling imagery and beautiful paintings in this work. I enjoyed the movie as well.
theartolater's review against another edition
4.0
It’s strange to read this after the movie. A movie I enjoyed, for sure, but one I understand better reading this. The vision comes across much clearer in graphic novel form.
ninj's review against another edition
3.0
Works well as a retelling of the Fountain story through a different medium to the film - makes me think about rewatching the film now...