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mwren707's review
4.0
After a lackluster run without much story in Vol 4 this really picked things up. This arc serves as an examination of police brutality, America's broken justice system, and the blind eye and hatred that is growing towards protestors and political activists on the left.
The story handles these issues well, as Captain America is forced to see and deal with them through a personal lens. The questions being asked are should America stand for the injustices that we see broadcast on cell phones every day, that we read about on social media daily. Is it appropriate to accept the things we are told we can not change, or is it time to take personal responsibility and take a stand?
I'm sure that people will complain about politics being brought into their comic books, but that's the point. How long can the silent majority in America put up with a reality so visibly rife with injustice without standing up? Hopefully this book helps some people realize that they should embody the spirit of Sam Wilson and stand up for what is right. The alternative in the real world, as well as in the world Marvel is creating, is acquiescing to the (Captain) America that stands to continue domination through power. To stand aside and let the criminality of those who would take power from the people to shape our institutions.
Sam Wilson is my cap, and his fight for justice for brown people, for immigrants, for the poor exploited working class, should be the embodiment of all of our America.
The story handles these issues well, as Captain America is forced to see and deal with them through a personal lens. The questions being asked are should America stand for the injustices that we see broadcast on cell phones every day, that we read about on social media daily. Is it appropriate to accept the things we are told we can not change, or is it time to take personal responsibility and take a stand?
I'm sure that people will complain about politics being brought into their comic books, but that's the point. How long can the silent majority in America put up with a reality so visibly rife with injustice without standing up? Hopefully this book helps some people realize that they should embody the spirit of Sam Wilson and stand up for what is right. The alternative in the real world, as well as in the world Marvel is creating, is acquiescing to the (Captain) America that stands to continue domination through power. To stand aside and let the criminality of those who would take power from the people to shape our institutions.
Sam Wilson is my cap, and his fight for justice for brown people, for immigrants, for the poor exploited working class, should be the embodiment of all of our America.
scottpm's review
5.0
I read this in individual issues.
Wow this is so much better than Steve Rogers. The difference here is the storytelling. There is much more tension here in this series and the build up to Secret Empire is stronger. This collection slso stands on its own. I also really liked the art.
Wow this is so much better than Steve Rogers. The difference here is the storytelling. There is much more tension here in this series and the build up to Secret Empire is stronger. This collection slso stands on its own. I also really liked the art.
fishmeal's review
3.0
Sam’s story remains sad, relevant, and engrossing. He is surrounded by people who love him and support him, but who are all dealing with growing societal tension in wildly different ways. It’s a thoughtful approach to a sensitive topic, and I love it.
I also love seeing a peaceful and positive portrayal of faith in a comic book; I feel like that doesn’t happen very often.
Even though it had to happen, I’m still disappointed to see a) Steve Rogers descend into villainy and b) Sam Wilson finally give up the shield. I wish Steve Rogers going bad and manipulating the crap out of everyone didn’t have to be the reason Sam relinquished the shield.
I also love seeing a peaceful and positive portrayal of faith in a comic book; I feel like that doesn’t happen very often.
Even though it had to happen, I’m still disappointed to see a) Steve Rogers descend into villainy and b) Sam Wilson finally give up the shield. I wish Steve Rogers going bad and manipulating the crap out of everyone didn’t have to be the reason Sam relinquished the shield.
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