sillypunk's review against another edition
5.0
I bloody love Grant Morrison: http://blogendorff.ghost.io/comics-round-up-2/
picturesandathousandwords's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
isauldur's review against another edition
4.0
This is my first Superman comic, and it's a very good one. It's well written, fairly self-contained and even touching. Though there are a few references to other characters in the DC Universe (and the assumption that we have some background knowledge on Superman's story), it's fairly easy to understand what's happening. It helps that there are brief character descriptions at the back of this edition. The art is very nice, clean and bright, and even considering the plot, it feels pretty hopeful. The panels, however, are a little boring, since the story is told in very basic square by square, there are few, if any, interesting plays with the panels or with background images. I've not yet read that many graphic novels, but so far, I've liked it when comics take chances, showing the panels in a non-linear manner, or having panels overlap with a larger, more complex image that takes up the entire page.
Unlike the films, All-Star Superman knows how to deal with his larger-than-life powers in a way that doesn't get boring. I enjoyed this one, and may even come back to it at some point.
Unlike the films, All-Star Superman knows how to deal with his larger-than-life powers in a way that doesn't get boring. I enjoyed this one, and may even come back to it at some point.
yonyorklad's review against another edition
3.0
At 15 I decided it was Batman and only Batman for me.
You’re pretty daft at 15, though, aren’t you?
Anyway, I’ve loved all of Grant Morrison’s work so thought it was time to dip my toe in Superman’s waters ( filthy ). And this was a bloody strong introduction.
Moves at a lightning fast pace which felt quite jarring, but it also does a great job of firing lots of concepts and ideas at you without making it seem overwhelming. It’s just a mad world if you’re Superman. Never catches any Zs.
Particularly enjoyed their presentation of Kent as a fumbling and clumsy character. Schwarzenegger would have had something to say.
It’s good stuff.
You’re pretty daft at 15, though, aren’t you?
Anyway, I’ve loved all of Grant Morrison’s work so thought it was time to dip my toe in Superman’s waters ( filthy ). And this was a bloody strong introduction.
Moves at a lightning fast pace which felt quite jarring, but it also does a great job of firing lots of concepts and ideas at you without making it seem overwhelming. It’s just a mad world if you’re Superman. Never catches any Zs.
Particularly enjoyed their presentation of Kent as a fumbling and clumsy character. Schwarzenegger would have had something to say.
It’s good stuff.
olichoreno's review against another edition
3.0
Although the beginning is quite chaotic with stories seeking senseless connections between them, too many elements mentioned just to prove they're there, without contributing anything to the story, from the middle onwards, it is corrected and delivers a fantastic #10 issue that shows the essence of the character as the previous issues couldn't do.
jexjthomas's review against another edition
5.0
In one of the best Superman books I've ever read, Morrison and Quitely take on the Superman character not by reinventing or modernizing, but by treating the character with the utmost respect and love.
In embracing the contradictions of the world's most famous superhero, Morrison and Quitely tell a story that takes place outside of regular DC continuity but still totally reveres it (in fact, the 12 issues of All-Star Superman are loaded with Easter Eggs for eager continuity buffs to find and geek out over). Here, we see Superman at once god-like and at his most human, in a story that is fun and with an effortless emotional weight that is so often lacking in the big superhero books. Nothing feels forced, nor is it full of manufactured edginess or darkness just to be cool; rather, All-Star Superman is surprisingly light, which makes the heavy stuff pack that much more of a whallop.
It's rare that I come across a comic that I enjoy so thoroughly and without reservation, that really presents the comics medium at its best, that tells such an affecting story that acts as a moving love letter not just to Superman and his universe, but to all of comicdom and its fans.
In embracing the contradictions of the world's most famous superhero, Morrison and Quitely tell a story that takes place outside of regular DC continuity but still totally reveres it (in fact, the 12 issues of All-Star Superman are loaded with Easter Eggs for eager continuity buffs to find and geek out over). Here, we see Superman at once god-like and at his most human, in a story that is fun and with an effortless emotional weight that is so often lacking in the big superhero books. Nothing feels forced, nor is it full of manufactured edginess or darkness just to be cool; rather, All-Star Superman is surprisingly light, which makes the heavy stuff pack that much more of a whallop.
It's rare that I come across a comic that I enjoy so thoroughly and without reservation, that really presents the comics medium at its best, that tells such an affecting story that acts as a moving love letter not just to Superman and his universe, but to all of comicdom and its fans.
docpacey's review against another edition
4.0
I read about one graphic novel per year, so I tend to choose rather selectively. There is a new Superman movie coming out this year and I have been watching Smallville, so I thought Superman would be a good subject to delve in to comic book wise.
Grant Morrison is the author here, and is, justifiably, reknowned for his storytelling. every aspect of the Superman mythos is explored over the course of 12 episodes. The illustrations are fantastic as well.
Grant Morrison is the author here, and is, justifiably, reknowned for his storytelling. every aspect of the Superman mythos is explored over the course of 12 episodes. The illustrations are fantastic as well.
davidblais's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
3.5
revolution666's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
2.75