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</html>";s:4:"text";s:31104:"Batman: Universe Review (Brian Michael Bendis, Nick Derington) Batman and a villain are chasing after a magic egg across space and time - who gonna git it first?! Recap. Read Full Review, Batman Universe #1 is an undeniably gorgeous book, whose incredible artwork far outweighs any wonkiness in its story structure. Share On: Tweet. It seems that even the cast isn't quite sure how to explain it. Artists:Nick Derington. This issue can be enjoyed by any casual reader as well as long-time fans. Artists:Nick Derington. Batman Universe #2 continues the super fun rollercoaster ride that started in issue #1. And if Brian Michael Bendis picked up where King left off…I’d be immensely glad after reading Batman: Universe.. Batman has teamed up with Green Arrow to stop the Riddler, who’s taken ahold of a mysterious McGuffin. Bendis has done some decent work on Superman and Action Comics, but I’ve been colder on his other DC output. A good story for new readers, but given that this will run 6 issues and it's reprints anyway, it might be a good idea to skip six $4.99 issues that will cost ~$30 and just get the collected edition when it comes out. Topics Superhero movies Collects UNIVERSE! The Review Batman Universe #4 85 % Score. Share Tweet Pin It Share. View original. Share Tweet Pin It Share. This isn’t anything new, but the way it’s written we get some fun interaction between Alfred& Batman. You will likely reread this numerous times, so you might as well pick it up with plenty of mileage left. Review Breakdown. Share Tweet Pin It Share. One of the series that piqued my interest at this summer's San Diego Comic Con was the "History of the DC Universe" from DC Direct. Fun Jug Media LLC may earn a commission from these links. One of the coolest things about Universe is the cast of characters and locations, and getting to see Derrington and Stewart bring them all to life. This story is a verbal and visual blast, following your favorite character through plenty of interesting encounters and environments. Jon Mattingly. (comic), Batman/Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles (comic), Injustice: Gods Among Us: Ground Zero (comic), Justice League/Mighty Morphin Power Rangers (comic), Poison Ivy: Cycle of Life and Death (comic), Joel Kinnaman talks the tone of The Suicide Squad, Tracking Senator Patrick Leahy’s Batman film cameos, DC releases trailer for Flash Facts science book, Superman & Lois trailer gives first taste of new series, Superman & Lois premiere expands, delays Flash premiere. Derrington’s work on the incredibly weird (delightfully weird) Doom Patrol got my attention, but I never imagined I would be so in love with his work drawing Batman. Published. Overview: A young Bruce Wayne meets the crazy tenants of Arkham Apartments. Read Full Review, My quibble over the pricing of this series aside, it really is a great story (5/5 – 1 point for predatory marketing). REVIEW: ‘Batman: Universe,’ Issue #3. Genre: Action, Drama, Mystery, Superhero. That’s the tragic part of all of this: Walmart was an opportunity to expand the market in the younger direction, but in the end, the specialty stores were still the only place to get (just) the kid-appropriate material that the giants offered. In this culture, masks are for robbers and criminals.” Good point. Published. My hardcover features a Nick Derrington cover Gallery, with 15 (!!) Share Tweet. Is The Suicide Squad a sequel or a reboot? We need more comics like this! Jon Mattingly. amzn_assoc_linkid = "28fd58e4183edb9e7fc65148e5eaeb40"; Fun Jug Media, LLC (operating Batman-News.com) has affiliate partnerships with various companies. Overview: Female super-criminals fight over who’s the number one, only for a fourth wheel to claim the title. Available to comics shops for the first time! That’s not … Tags: batman brian michael bendis readers. 103 reviews In this all-new original story written by Brian Michael Bendis, Batman is pushed to his limit as he sets off in search of an item with the potential to destroy the universe as we know it! And I got my wish! In these 24 pages we get a silent but deadly gas attack, a Riddler than can’t riddle, telepathic gorillas, and a wonderful tip of the hat to a graphic novel that I’d almost completely forgotten about. REVIEW: ‘Batman: Universe,’ Issue #2. It is a great read for any Batman fan no matter how many comics you have picked up previously. My biggest complaint? Read Full Review, Borrowing a few of the Bendis-isms, Batman Universe #1 is fun, exciting, entertaining and has great artwork. Previously, in Batman Universe #4, the series ended on a cliff hanger as Vandal Savage shot Bruce Wayne. Share Tweet Pin It Share. Batman: Universe #1 feels like a lost story pitch from the last Silver Age, early Bronze Age or possibly the 1966 Batman television show that Bendis and artist Nick Derington scooped up and decided to integrate into the current DC Comics oeuvre. amzn_assoc_asins = "1401294847"; ‘Batman Universe #6’ (review) By. I suspect it will be fairly easy to get the collection at a price less than $30. There is a point of view sequence in the beginning that is breathtaking and every page after that contains something special. Available to comics shops for the first time! amzn_assoc_placement = "adunit"; Instead, it is a lighthearted adventure that reminds me of an episode of Justice League: Unlimited. Batman isn't the only one looking for this item though. Artwork by Derington was great and Bendis’ dialogue has a nice flow to it, HINT HINT @DC editorial and staff. [Editor’s Note: This review may contain spoilers] Writer: Brian Michael Bendis. amzn_assoc_ad_type = "smart"; Warner Bros. Batman vs Superman: Dawn of Justice (2016) Batman’s and Green Lantern’s trek across the Wild West continues in this brand new chapter of Batman Universe. Batman Universe #1 feels like an antidote after reading and reviewing super heavy (yet brilliant) darker, edgier comics. It's just his style. His Dark Knight aesthetic is not oppressively grim, but neither is it difficult to take seriously, making it a style that could easily suit a wide variety of narrative tones. They say the third time’s the charm, and with Universe’s hardcover collected edition in hand, I sat down on a Saturday afternoon and read the entire story, and I’ve got to say: that was a lot of fun. Art: Nick Derington, Dave Stewart, and Josh Reed. Spoiler alert, I still fucking love this series. Read Full Review, Nick Deringtons art is fantastic. Read Full Review, As the Walmart Giants continue to come out each month, readers can expect a lot from this series as well as the multitude of other once exclusive stories to the retail behemoth. Established canon in Batman’s universe dictates things will only get more insane, more violent and more absurd after the events of this game series, … Batman Universe #4 is a fun-filled adventure and a pleasant romp through time and space. It’s also the Back To The Future tribute I never knew I needed. Great Nick Derrington art is consistent throughout, but a character or two looked funny in the face. Critic Rating. covers, as well as a Batman: Universe sketchbook, also by Derrington, with quite a few thumbnail-sized goodies. Review Breakdown. ... Fabergé egg and its buyer continues as Batman teams up with Green Arrow against the Riddler in this week’s all-new Batman Universe #2 by Brian Michael Bendis. These do not at any time have any influence on the editorial content of Batman News. Batman: Universe is not a series that examines the Dark Knight's psyche or ongoing existential crisis. I mean, I thought it would be too. Batman eventually gets the best of the Mirror, who in turn, heads to the rail overlooking the Gotham River. Jon Mattingly. Maybe, just maybe, we need to take a long hard look at Reeves’ solo Batman outing before anyone can really imagine what shape the wider DC universe should be. Comic Book Reviews. Artwork 0%. Had Batman: Universe been, say, two or three issues, or even a single-giant sized 80-Page special, I think it would have been something truly amazing. Bruce Wayne (Ben McKenzie) fights his new nemesis, Catwoman (Eliza Dushku), while lawman James Gordon (Bryan Cranston) battles corruption in Gotham City. Read Full Review, Bendis' Batman story is off to a decent start, despite a pointless hiccup. The Review Batman Universe #4 85 % Score. REVIEW: ‘Batman: Universe,’ Issue #1. It’s definitely coated, and it’s definitely thick enough to handle Stewart’s colors without any cockling (the waves that you sometimes see in pages); but it’s not super high-gloss, either, and I think this was a great choice for Derrington and Stewart’s work. Review by Steve J. Ray. ComicBook.com - Chase Magnett Dec 4, 2019. Share Tweet Pin It Share. DC Comics (w) Brian Michael Bendis (a) Nick Derington (c) Dave Stewart As I may have gone a little overboard in the last Batman Universe review (Editor’s Note: I wouldn’t call that a “review”), I thought we’d get a little more “formal” and “professional” in this review. The book is created in collaboration with Warner Bros. Interactive Entertainment and RockSteady (the game's creators), and features many of the timeless characters from DC's Batman comics, such Other than a swear word or two late in the story, this is actually an incredibly kid-friendly tale. 08/14/2019 03/14/2020 - by Lizzy Garcia. Review Breakdown. Read Full Review, You don't last 80 years without enjoying different version of self. Read Full Review. Write a review. It’s also nice to see Batman doing some detective work. It seems that The CW wants to make... Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window), Click to share on Twitter (Opens in new window), Click to share on Reddit (Opens in new window), Batman News | The Premier Source For All Things Batman and DC, Disney shuffles 20th Century Studios releases including The Kings Man, Christopher Nolan may not return to Warner Bros for next film, Sony Pictures shifts Uncharted, Ghostbusters: Afterlife, and more, Batgirl and the Birds of Prey: Rebirth (comic), Batman ’66 Meets the Man From U.N.C.L.E. August 14th 2019. Unfortunately, with Bendis involved, I expected more from this book, than something that feels watered down with little or no tie into current continuity. Jon Mattingly. But when he follows the clues, the Dark Knight finds not just one but a bevy of Riddlers, uncovers a theft, and finds a tie to a bad hombre from days gone by. “Batman: Soul of the Dragon” is a new DC universe movie that takes “Batman” and puts the character at the front of the title but also puts him in the backseat of the vessel that is a film. Price: $4.99. It's hardly essential, but if you've got some cash to spare and want to read a fun Batman story, there are worse places to look. amzn_assoc_tracking_id = "bmnjfl-20"; I was enjoying it, but there were other things to read, other things to do. Batman Universe #1 is the best Batman debut since the Rebirth relaunch, which means a lot considering how many Batman comics exist at any moment in modern comics history. Batman Universe #2 Review Writer: Brian Michael Bendis. Batman: Arkham Universe: The Ultimate Visual Guide details the key storylines, characters, locations, weapons, gadgets, and equipment of these award-winning, action-adventure games. If you're looking for a fun action romp whose cameos represent the best of continuity rather than the restrictiveness of it " or you're just looking to see one of the definitive DC artists of the moments strut his stuff " you could do a whole lot worse than this. Review by Steve J. Ray. It’s an adventure across space and time, with plenty of delightful interplay between Batman and friends. Batman’s and Green Lantern’s trek across the Wild West continues in this brand new chapter of Batman Universe. Then, DC decided to republish the original stories from the giants and sell them in comic shops. Read Full Review, I can’t recommend this issue enough. Overall Average Rating: 2.5 out of 4. [Editor’s Note: This review may contain spoilers] Writer, Artist, Letters, Colors: Albert Monteys . I am happy to see these previously Walmart exclusive books hitting comic stores, allowing more readers to enjoy them. Batman Universe #3 is really fun with great action and adventure you will get lost in. And in that regard, there's nothing special about the story here that he's bright to the character. But … With stories like Hush included, I wouldn’t buy the Batman giant for my kids, but I would buy Batman: Universe. We left our hero stranded on Thanagar, seemingly surrounded by hostile Hawk-people, and … This adventure is set in the swinging 1970s and finds Bruce Wayne training in kung fu under a master sensei alongside other elite martial arts students. This reminds me of Indiana Jones in everything but the details: it has memorable characters, a sharp script, big, swashbuckling adventure, and a propulsive sense of forward momentum. The CW has released a new Superman & Lois trailer, and it appears that Clark Kent has been keeping some secrets from his children. Storyline 0%. I used to love the cartoon, so I was excited to see a new series that I could easily jump into. Overall, Batman: Universe #2 feels like a story out of the Justice League: Unlimited cartoon or The New Batman Adventures " which is a pretty high compliment. He’s got a pretty big cast here, as well, and at times, the voices aren’t consistent with my expectations/prior experience; however, the lighter tone and continuity-free context provide some leeway. So, it made sense for DC, with its huge backlog of characters, to create its a wider cinematic universe with Batman tie-ins. Reviewed by: Seth Singleton Summary. Batman Universe #2 is a refreshing take on Batman and his rogues. Batman Universe #1 Review. Batman Universe #1 DC Comics. in the 1800s! The Review Batman Universe #3 4 Score. Published. Letters: Joshua Reed. Batman: Soul of the Dragon is a DC Universe Elseworlds movie (see Batman: Gotham by Gaslight for another example) that places the DC heroes in unusually circumstances. Derrington’s artwork is similarly balanced, and is a delight to read. 8.4 Avg. Downside is this is a 5 dollar comic, which will never attract a new reader for Batman. amzn_assoc_region = "US"; Batman Universe #1: Back to… Batman Universe #1. The Eisner-nominated series of self-contained, and somehow connected, sci-fi tales involving alien life, robot love, corporate greed, and travels through time, space, and perception. And Bendis isn’t going to miss the opportunity to stretch Batman’s legs a bit. Batman: Universe #5 is written by Brian Michael Bendis, with art by Nick Derington, colors by Dave Stewart, and letters by ALW’s Troy Peteri. There's a few quips and background character comments, and there's a casual introduction of a new DC character. The book is chock full of action, adventure and crazy one-liners. Hush is also the 13th entry in the DC Universe Movie series, which technically makes it a sequel to films like Son of Batman and Batman vs. Robin. Read Full Review, Yes, Batman: Universe #1 is a reprint that was originally published in the Walmart exclusives Batman Giant #3 and #4 but it reads so much better combined and on its own. Priceless artefacts, sassy teenagers, assassins and a truly Arrowing lead into issue #2, what more can a comics fan ask for? REVIEW: ‘Batman Universe,’ Issue #6. Please share with your friends! You can find your copy of Batman: Universe in comic shops today, and everywhere else on March 24. Start your review of Batman: Universe. He crosses the universe, sure, but this is also a book that gives readers a look at his wider fictional universe—the faces and places that make DC Comics such a rich storytelling landscape. 8.2 Avg. So Bendis’ first Batman book is kinda crap unfortunately. Guest-starring Deathstroke, Green Arrow and dozens of Riddler look-alikes in stories by Brian Michael Bendis with art by Nick Derington, originally published in BATMAN GIANT #3 and #4! And what Batman project you say? The cliffhanger at the end of the book keeps the story engaging and has me on the edge of my seat waiting in anticipation for the next issue. more. The twists and turns keep the story fresh. May 24, 2020 Anne rated it it was amazing. On September 15, a day also known as Batman Day, DC Entertainment launched its DC Universe streaming platform, a service that aims to cater to … And they’re joined by Jonah Hex! I’m glad they released it like this, and I’m eager to share it with my kids—but I feel like the reach of this book could have been much higher had the Walmart context been used a bit more strategically. Read Full Review, Save your 100 page issues, pick this one up and pass it around to friends, this is a great beginning to a great Batman story. Batman: Universe is a book that I’m surprised it’s taken me this long to read. an out of continuity, light hearted DC Universe story. Release Date: August 14, 2019. This book isn’t called Batman Universe for nothing. It was fine. I don't care about Jinny Hex either. By Stacy Baugher on July 10, 2019 0 Comments. Batman: Soul of the Dragon is a relatively "outside the box" approach to the DC Universe Movies line, and the results are mostly satisfying. Okay story, but I am not a big fan of Derington's art. Published Date: 07/10/2019. Colors: Dave Stewart. Review of Batman Action Figure History of the DC Universe DC Direct. Read Full Review, A grand entertainment of the best sort, Batman: Universe is off to an incredibly strong start. Written by: Brian Michael Bendis Art by: Nick Derington Colors by: Dave Stewart Letters by: Josh Reed (As always with my first issue reviews, no specifics.) Share Tweet. ‘Batman Universe #6’ (review) By. Batman Universe is a book that hardly whelms for me, but for others, especially younger readers, there will be more than enough to bring them into a lighter version of the Dark Knight, maybe a Twilight Knight? Reviewed by: Seth Singleton Summary. Read Full Review, From the opening pages, as Batman argues with Alfred from inside the Batmobile as we see the city as Batman does, it delivers on a visual level like few Batman comics do. Good story. Published. It is ironic, and maybe even a bit tragic, that the Batman giant’s one original tale—Bendis and Derington’s Batman: Universe—is the only story that actually fulfills what I had assumed was the purpose of these Walmart anthologies. Derington’s storytelling, while immensely satisfying for an almost 40-something like myself, also happens to be incredibly clear and accessible for younger readers—or anyone new to comics. When you think of Batman movies, there are no doubt some characters, items, and locations that you’d expect to see. Read Full Review, Batman Universe #1delivers the Walmart Exclusive story to the direct market, giving readers a small taste of what a Bendis Batman could be. Read Full Review, Overall, Batman: Universe #1is an absolute delight. The movie ‘Batman’ by Matt Reeves and ‘Joker’ by Todd Philips might be set in the same universe due to certain instances that indicate in that direction. 07/10/2019 03/10/2020 - by Lizzy Garcia. But, other priorities won, and I wasn’t able to pick up any giant after the first wave. Batman Universe #1 feels like an antidote after reading and reviewing super heavy (yet brilliant) darker, edgier comics. Publisher: DC Comics Release: Jul 2019 - Dec 2019 Issues: 6 Collected Volumes: 1 Critic Reviews: 79 User Reviews: 123. By Cody White on July 16, 2019. As Batman and the Mirror battle it out, a mysterious figure in a paper Batman mask shoots the other Family members with tranquilizer darts, incapacitating them. Reading Time: 3 minutes. DC Comics (w) Brian Michael Bendis (a) Nick Derington (c) Dave Stewart As I may have gone a little overboard in the last Batman Universe review (Editor’s Note: I wouldn’t call that a “review”), I thought we’d get a little more “formal” and “professional” in this review. I mean, what is... Have you ever wished superhero could help teach your kids about science? You can read our in-depth reviews of the original, released-in-comic-shops issues here. amzn_assoc_design = "enhanced_links"; 5.0 Overall Score, Dave Stewart Batman Universe Brian Michael Bendis Green Arrow Nick Derington Riddler. Batman: Universe #1 is a story that was originally published by DC Comics in Batman Giant #3 and Batman Giant #4, the Walmart exclusive Batman book. A new Batman Beyond series! As a critic, I note the tonal “issues,” but as a reader, I’m not bothered by them. Surely, this series proves Bendis is a great talent even if his other work might suggest otherwise. Publisher: DC Comics. Yes, Brian Michael Bendis and Nick Derington’s Batman: Universe continues to be a rollicking adventure serial, completely unafraid and unashamed … Batman: Universe is a book that I’m surprised it’s taken me this long to read. “Deathstroke is a mercenary and assassin who uses ninety percent of his brain power.” How sad for him, what happened to the other ten percent of his brain? They arrive at an apartment property owned and operated by Wayne Enterprises. Comic Review: Batman Universe #4 0. Originally published in Batman Giant #7 and Batman Giant #8 from DC Comics, Batman: Universe #3 is written by Brian Michael Bendis (Superman, Action Comics), with art by Nick Derington, colors by Dave Stewart, and letters by Josh Reed. The Full Run: FINAL CRISIS #2. Batman Universe #4 is a fun-filled adventure and a pleasant romp through time and space. The art is pretty good as well. Batman Universe #4 DC Comics Writer: Brian Michael Bendis Artist: Nick Derington. 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