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Your heroes return to the swamp to talk about Saga of the Swamp Thing: Part 1 !  In this episode we chat about the reimagining of this iconic character, the art and colors of 80's comics, and discuss Moore's literary chops. As always you'll hear us cover the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Saga of the Swamp Thing is written by Alan Moor...

Your heroes return to the earth to preview Saga of the Swamp Thing ! ComiClub is reading the full Swamp Thing story by Alan Moore in the coming months. Join us! Our "First Impressions" is a spoiler-free episode where we cover: the bare bones, who this book is for, and judging the book by its cover. "Before Watchmen , Alan Moore made his debut in the U.S. comic book industry with the...

Your heroes return to talk Kingdom Come !  Superman Summer concludes! In this episode we chat about the classic twilight of DC story, discuss the crazy character designs, and talk about what worked and didn't work in the comic. As always you'll hear us cover the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Kingdom Come is written by Mark Waid, illustrate...

Your heroes return to give their initial thoughts on Kingdom Come! Our "First Impressions" is a spoiler-free episode where we cover: the bare bones, who this book is for, and judging the book by its cover. "In a future where metahumans run rampant and are a menace to society, Superman, Wonder Woman, Batman, and other traditional superheroes attempt to contain the escalating disaster...

Your heroes kneel before Zod to discuss Superman II ! In this episode we share what we liked, discuss at length what doesn't work, and explain The Donner Cut.  Superman: The Movie is directed by Richard Lester; written by Mario Puzo, David Newman, and Leslie Newman; and stars and stars Christopher Reeve, Margot Kidder, Gene Hackman, and Terence Stamp. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPod...

Your heroes travel back in time to watch Superman: The Movie ! In this episode we share our feelings the original superhero film, break it down into the three major acts, and of course talk about the crazy use of Superman's powers at the end of the film. Superman: The Movie is directed by Richard Donner; written by Mario Puzo, David Newman, Leslie Newman, and Robert Benton; and stars and star...

Your heroes enter the multiverse to chat about Deadpool & Wolverine .  In this episode we share our feelings on the Merc with a Mouth, rank all the cameos, and explore the future of the MCU including the latest casting announcement of RDJ as Doom. Deadpool & Wolverine is directed by Shawn Levy; and stars Ryan Reynolds, Hugh Jackman, and Emma Corrin. Follow ComiClub on Instagram @ComiClubPo...

Your heroes are back in the U.S.S.R. to discuss Superman: Red Son ! Superman Summer continues! In this episode we chat about the global politics of Superman, which characters we loved (Batman and Lex), and the bonkers ending to this comic. As always you'll hear us cover the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Superman: Red Son is written by Mark Mill...

Your heroes travel to an alternate reality to give their first thoughts on Superman: Red Son ! Our "First Impressions" is a spoiler-free episode where we cover: the bare bones, who this book is for, and judging the book by its cover. " Superman: Red Son is a vivid tale of Cold War paranoia, that reveals how the ship carrying the infant who would later be known as Superman lands in t...

Your heroes are joined by cartoonist Simon Roy to talk about his comic Griz Grobus ! In this creator interview, Simon Roy takes us through his collaborative process, inspirations for the universe of Griz Grobus , and gives an overview of the other stories set in the Grobus-Verse. Griz Grobus is written by Simon Roy and Jess Pollard, illustrated by Simon Roy, colored by Sergey Nazarov, and publishe...

Your heroes kick off Superman Summer with All-Star Superman ! We're reading Superman stories all summer and what better way to begin than with one of the most iconic comic book runs of the Big Blue Boy Scout. In this episode we chat about Frank Quitely's stunning art, what makes Grant Morrison such a transgressive writer, and where we ultimately landed on this series. As always, you&apos...

Your heroes head to Metropolis to talk All-Star Superman !  Our "First Impressions" is a spoiler-free episode where we cover: the bare bones, who this book is for, and judging the book by its cover. "In an emotionally and visually stunning graphic novel harkening back to a Golden Age of comics, ALL-STAR SUPERMAN creates a new, and at the same time familiar, take on the world’s first...

Your heroes enter the wasteland to chat Mad Max: Fury Road !  In this episode we talk about George Miller's career, the history of the production, why this movie just rips, and all the things we love about the now classic fourth entry in the Mad Max saga. Mad Max: Fury Road is directed by George Miller; written by George Miller, Brendan McCarthy, and Nico Lathourisand; and stars Tom Hardy, Ch...

Your heroes return to talk Richard Stark's Parker !  This episode continues our exploration through Darwyn Cooke's iconic adaptation. We chat about the history of the comic, Darwyn Cooke's impressive art style, and discuss the writer wrote the original Parker book series. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. P...

Your heroes hit the streets to talk Richard Stark's Parker !  Our "First Impressions" is a spoiler-free episode where we cover: the bare bones, who this book is for, and judging the book by its cover. "Darwyn Cooke’s beautifully stylized artwork perfectly compliments the hard-hitting action as originally written by legendary crime author Richard Stark. Parker is arguably one of...

Your heroes reunite to discuss Avengers vs. X-Men !  This episode continues our exploration through Marvel Event comics. We chat about the history of this comic, characters we love, the insane creative team, and what makes a good superhero event. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Avengers vs. X-Men is written by Brian Mic...

Your heroes join forces to give their first impressions of Avengers vs. X-Men !  "Earth's Mightiest Heroes and the Children of the Atom go to war in the ultimate super-hero showdown! The world-destroying Phoenix Force is back -- and while the Avengers are intent on stopping it, Cyclops and his X-Men have other ideas." Avengers vs. X-Men is written by Brian Michael Bendis, Jonathan H...

Your heroes travel to Arrakis to talk Dune: Part 2! "Paul Atreides unites with Chani and the Fremen while seeking revenge against the conspirators who destroyed his family. Facing a choice between the love of his life and the fate of the universe, he must prevent a terrible future only he can foresee." OK, we admit, we're just mainly gushing in this review. What can we say, we'...

Your heroes return to take down Fear Itself ! This episode continues our exploration through Marvel Event comics. We chat about the history of this comic, the sick costume and weapons changes, and what makes a good superhero event. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Fear Itself is written by Matt Fraction, pencilled by Stu...

Your heroes are back to give their first impressions on Fear Itself !  This spoiler free convo covers what comic we're reading, who we think should read it, and we judge the book by its cover. "Captain America, Thor, Iron Man and the Avengers are Earth's Mightiest Heroes - but even they know fear. And when a powerful and ancient evil overtakes our world, each hero must make a sacrif...

Your heroes reunite to take down Marvel's Siege !   This episode continues our exploration through Marvel Event comics. We chat about the history of this comic, characters like The Sentry and Ares, the stellar art, and what makes a good superhero event. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Siege is written byBrian Micha...

Your heroes team up to discuss Marvel's Siege !  This spoiler free convo covers what comic we're reading, who we think should read it, and we judge the book by its cover. "...the Marvel Universe has been left with its greatest villains holding more power and control than ever before. On the brink of madness, Osborn, in his final bid to take total control, targets the final obstacle...

Your heroes reunite in animated form to tackle Scott Pilgrim Takes Off ! In this episode we talk about what worked, what didn't, and what we loved about the latest Netflix adaptation.  Scott Pilgrim vs. the World is Written byBryan Lee O'Malley and BenDavid Grabinski; Directed byAbel Góngora; and stars Michael Cera, Mary Elizabeth Winstead, Kieran Culkin, Chris Evans, Anna Kendrick, Alis...

Your heroes return for the final level of Scott Pilgrim! This episode features a chat about part three of the iconic comic series, what makes it a breakup book, and what we think happens to Scott and Ramona. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Scott Pilgrim is created by Bryan Lee O'Malley and colored by Nathan Fairbai...

Your heroes return for Scott Pilgrim Volume 2!  This episode features a chat about part two of the iconic comic series, what makes the movie different from the comic, and why we relate so much to Scott Pilgrim. As always, you'll find the History of the Creators, Favorite Lines, The Art Awards, and Adaptation Alley. Scott Pilgrim is created by Bryan Lee O'Malley and colored by Nathan Fair...