April 2012

Morning Glories #17

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morning-glories-17-coverThis issue returns us to the mysterious cave, this time from the perspective of Jade and Ike who wait and fight over the state of things while waiting for Casey and Ms. Hodge to miraculously disappear.

In terms of action Morning Glories #17 is decidedly lacking. However, in terms of actually allowing two characters to sit down and honestly discuss their views and question the odd occurrences at Morning Glories Academy this is the best issue yet.

We learn a little more about Jade’s past, the death of her mother, and how she views her ability to peer into the future. Despite Ike’s bravado and cynical taunts, he does manage to raise a couple of important points about Jade’s view of herself and the school. We’re also, quite unexpectedly, given a rather large hint at the identity of the mysterious ghost.

A strong issue, and a darn good read, that actually answers some questions as well as continues the mystery. Worth a look.

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Castle – The Limey

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  • Title: Castle – The Limey
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Beckett (Stana Katic) and Castle’s (Nathan Fillion) begin an investigation into the death of a young model who had begun working sleazy private parties that may have led to her death. The investigation leads them to the hotel room of Detective Inspector Colin Hunt (Brett Tucker) of Scotland Yard who knew the young girl and who blackmails the pair into helping them solve the case.

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Daredevil #10

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Daredevil #10I wasn’t thrilled with writer Mark Waid’s choice of the Mole Man for this two-issue arc, but the second half pays off as Daredevil is able to survive being eaten some sort of giant underground monster and discover why the villain is robbing the graves of a local cemetery, including that of Matt Murdock’s father.

Daredevil is able to take down the villain, whose purpose is far more pathetic than dangerous, but with the loss of his father’s remains now scattered among the bones of many Daredevil has to admit no one wins here.

Although the Black Cat doesn’t appear in this issue we also get a wrap-up to her (far too) short romantic tryst with Daredevil as she chooses not steal the data drive the lawyer has been keeping in a secret safe in his office. Although I understand why the character is moving on, I’m sad to see her go so soon, just as things were getting interesting. Worth a look.

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Flash #7

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flash-new-52-7-coverThe Flash is able to stop Captain Cold and save Patty but not without a cost. In order to save as many passengers from the boat as possible the Flash must break his promise to Dr. Elias to control his speed use. And although Barry is able to save his girlfriend, Iris and several other passengers are lost in a wormhole the Flash unintentionally created.

The main story is well told and terrifically laid out by writer/artist Francis Manapul and co-writer Brian Buccellato. There are also several interesting nuggets scattered throughout including the Flash’s first run on the cosmic treadmill (or at least the New 52 equivalent), our first look at the reimaganed natives of Gorilla City (who…are religous zealots? Hrm.), as well as a tease at the new Pied Piper.

Seeing how the next issue is going to be firmly centered around the speed force this issue did a good job of ending the Captain Cold story and starting a new problem for Barry with Patsy‘s now firmly anti-Flash stance. Worth a look.

[DC, $2.99]

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Coming Soon

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  • Title: Ted
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Family Guy creator Seth MacFarlane writes and directs his first movie about a schlub (Mark Wahlberg), his girlfriend (Mila Kunis), and his foul-mouthed teddy bear (voiced by MacFarlane) – who comes to life as the result of a childhood wish. It’s an interesting premise for a sketch, but I’m not sure I trust MacFarlane’s brand of humor (and beating jokes to death) for the length of an entire feature. Giovanni Ribisi, Patrick Warburton, Joel McHale, Jessica Stroup, Laura Vandervoort, Melissa Ordway, and Jessica Barth also star. Ted opens in theaters on July 13th.

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