Batman: The Killing Joke by Alan Moore

Batman: The Killing Joke

Batman: One-Shots

Alan Moore with Brian Bolland, Tim Sale

fiction comics dark fast-paced

50 pages | first published 1988

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For the first time the Joker's origin is revealed in this tale of insanity and human perseverance. Looking to prove that any man can be pushed past his breaking point and go mad, the Joker attempts to drive Commissioner Gordon insane. After shooti...
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Summary of 5656 reviews

Moods

dark 100%
tense 58%
emotional 27%
mysterious 22%
sad 20%
adventurous 18%
reflective 11%
challenging 7%
funny 6%
hopeful 1%
inspiring 1%
lighthearted 1%
relaxing 1%

Pace

fast 90%
medium 10%

Plot- or character-driven?

Character: 43% | A mix: 36% | Plot: 20%

Strong character development?

Yes: 36% | It's complicated: 32% | No: 29% | N/A: 1%

Loveable characters?

It's complicated: 41% | No: 40% | Yes: 16% | N/A: 1%

Diverse cast of characters?

No: 60% | It's complicated: 16% | Yes: 13% | N/A: 9%

Flaws of characters a main focus?

Yes: 76% | No: 14% | It's complicated: 9%

Average rating

4.15

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