Movie Review: Kick-Ass
Over the last few years, film-goers have had a massive exposure to comic-book culture. The average viewer has become more open-minded when it comes to seeing the next comic related release. The next character to make the leap to the big screen is Mark Miller's Kick-Ass and ComicsOnline was invited to a private screening of this upcoming release in San Diego. It is easily one of the most over the top, violent, profane and exhilarating comic-book movies ever. This is no Dark Knight and it sure isn't Iron-Man. Kick-Ass is something entirely new and different…and could easily be one of the best movies of the year!
Now you might be asking yourself, who is Kick-Ass and why should I go see a movie about him?
Manga Review: Shaman King vol 27: Exotica
Shaman King tells the story of Yoh Asakura, a shaman from Japan. Shamans are described as all types of mystics, fortunetellers, and priests, and they encompass everything from Egyptian myth to Voodoo. Every 500 years, a “Shaman Fight” is held to determine the Shaman King, and it’s Yoh’s quest to become this king; the most powerful Shaman on Earth with access to the most powerful ghost on earth, the Great Spirit. Adventure, comedy and philosophical insight make this more than just a battle manga.
Book Review: .hack//Cell
.hack takes a break from pictures, and instead it paints with words. Exploring the idea of “what is reality,” two worlds are brought together, and the line is finally removed completely.
Manga Review: Hanako and the Terror of Allegory, Volume 1
Allegories, stories that have hidden meanings. Japan is famous for numerous amounts of wives' tales, folklore, and allegories. But what would happen if those stories came true?
