Bottom Line Up Front: Sixteen years later, DC's ambitious death-and-resurrection epic remains the blueprint for how to simultaneously kill everyone and immediately regret it—while somehow managing to influence every major comic book event that followed. Death Becomes Them In 2009, DC Comics made a bold creative decision: What if we killed literally everyone and turned … Continue reading The Future of Heroes: A Look at Blackest Night and Brightest Day
Green Lantern
How Darwyn Cooke Reimagined Hal Jordan for the Atomic Age
In 2004, comic book artist and writer Darwyn Cooke delivered what many consider to be the definitive interpretation of Hal Jordan's Green Lantern origin with DC: The New Frontier. But this wasn't just another retelling of the classic Silver Age story from Showcase #22. Instead, Cooke crafted something far more ambitious: a sweeping reimagining that … Continue reading How Darwyn Cooke Reimagined Hal Jordan for the Atomic Age
Superman: A Triumphant Return to Hope
Superman 2025 Directed by James Gunn ★★★★½ (9.5/10) Spoiler Warning: This review contains plot details and character reveals from Superman. I'll admit upfront that my feelings about James Gunn's Superman might still be colored by the adrenaline rush of seeing the Man of Steel soar across the big screen for the first time in eight … Continue reading Superman: A Triumphant Return to Hope
Ion: Kyle Rayner’s Evolution
In the ever-evolving landscape of DC Comics, few character transformations are as profound and fascinating as Kyle Rayner's journey from an ordinary Green Lantern to the godlike cosmic entity known as Ion. What began as a creative solution to replace the fallen hero Hal Jordan became one of the most compelling character arcs in the … Continue reading Ion: Kyle Rayner’s Evolution
Green Lantern: Secret Origin – The Definitive Modern Retelling of Hal Jordan’s Beginnings
In the vast cosmos of superhero origin stories, few shine as brightly as Geoff Johns and Ivan Reis's "Green Lantern: Secret Origin." This 2008 seven-part saga, running through Green Lantern #29-35, doesn't merely retell Hal Jordan's transformation into Earth's first Green Lantern—it enriches and deepens one of DC Comics' most iconic heroes while setting the … Continue reading Green Lantern: Secret Origin – The Definitive Modern Retelling of Hal Jordan’s Beginnings
Comic Book Moments That Live in My Head
Hey there, fellow comic book enthusiasts! Today, we're taking a stroll down memory lane to revisit some of the most unforgettable moments in comic book history. You know, the ones that left us speechless, emotionally drained, or just plain shocked. So, grab your favorite superhero t-shirt, and let's dive in! First up, we have the … Continue reading Comic Book Moments That Live in My Head
Ending Phase One of My DC Cinematic Universe
Okay... I feel like I should apologize for stretching this out. That wasn't my intent. But I didn't want these posts to wind up being too long. Because as dull as these theoretical movie plans may be for most folks reading them, it would be even worse if I'd tried to put them all together … Continue reading Ending Phase One of My DC Cinematic Universe
Put Me In Charge of the DC Cinematic Universe
Okay, I'm not really demanding that the powers that be at Warner Bros. Discovery put me in charge of their DC properties and the movies that could possibly be made in the next 10 years. I mean... someone should definitely be in charge. They need a Kevin Feige-esque architect that can mold their cinematic universe … Continue reading Put Me In Charge of the DC Cinematic Universe
Universe
Welcome to the 2022 April A to Z Challenge! Each day (minus Sundays) in the month of April will feature a short work of fiction based on a random word beginning with the corresponding letter of the day. Those random words will be provided by various friends and family members throughout the month. Today’s word, universe, … Continue reading Universe
A to Z Challenge – Jade
Welcome to the 2021 A to Z Challenge! My theme this year is DC Comics. And that’s mostly because of my undying affection for the comic book characters and stories that I grew up reading in the 80s, 90s, and early 2000s. So stay tuned all month to (maybe) learn a little something about 26 corners … Continue reading A to Z Challenge – Jade
The Confusing Middle 