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crookedbookstagram's review
3.0
What happens when one of Superman's enemies learn of his true identity as Clark Kent? All hell breaks loose is what. I liked this book. It dated itself with the artwork and dialogue but it was a fun read. Lots of villains are on the scene as Clark Kent races around the country trying to save everyone he loves - his parents, Lois, Jimmy, Lana and Pete are just a few of those who are threatened by this discovery.
I've enjoyed the comics by Dan Jurgens that I've read so far.
I've enjoyed the comics by Dan Jurgens that I've read so far.
jennifertudor's review
3.0
What happens when one of Superman's enemies learn of his true identity as Clark Kent? All hell breaks loose is what. I liked this book. It dated itself with the artwork and dialogue but it was a fun read. Lots of villains are on the scene as Clark Kent races around the country trying to save everyone he loves - his parents, Lois, Jimmy, Lana and Pete are just a few of those who are threatened by this discovery.
I've enjoyed the comics by Dan Jurgens that I've read so far.
I've enjoyed the comics by Dan Jurgens that I've read so far.
optimus's review
3.0
An iconic moment? Yes
A well made story with developed characters? Not so much
Basically Superman gets punched to death by a big mindless brute monster.
A sad death for sure (Especially in the animated movie) But could have been done better and could it have been done in a more impactful way? Sure.
Still a great debut for Doomsday.Wish if we knew more about it.
The artwork is a bit iffy at times.
For example when Supergirl gets punched by Doomsday, What the hell happens to her?She looks like she starts melting?I guess id describe it like that? Then she is all pink and looks like Parasite?
So what in the name of Lois Lane happened to her? or what is she? Is Supergirl actually a candle?
A well made story with developed characters? Not so much
Basically Superman gets punched to death by a big mindless brute monster.
A sad death for sure (Especially in the animated movie) But could have been done better and could it have been done in a more impactful way? Sure.
Still a great debut for Doomsday.Wish if we knew more about it.
The artwork is a bit iffy at times.
For example when Supergirl gets punched by Doomsday, What the hell happens to her?She looks like she starts melting?I guess id describe it like that? Then she is all pink and looks like Parasite?
So what in the name of Lois Lane happened to her? or what is she? Is Supergirl actually a candle?
gillysingh's review
4.0
My feeling is, that in a world of convoluted plots there are times when it is necessary to return to basic principles.
The Unstoppable Force meets the Immovable Object? Who will win? Maybe, neither.
That arc was told well in this graphic novel, specially after the build up of setting Doomsday up to be such an unstoppable monster. He seemed like a real (and ever growing) threat and the double knockout at the end felt right for the first encounter.
I'm reading this nearly 30 years after it was written and published, without much context of the stories in the DC universe at the time and, as a standalone graphic novel it feels self-contained in a good way.
It has encouraged me to continue reading with the next few volumes (Funeral For A Friend, The Reign Of The Supermen, The Return of Superman) and, if my interest doesn't wain, also try out Superman: Doomsday as well.
The Unstoppable Force meets the Immovable Object? Who will win? Maybe, neither.
That arc was told well in this graphic novel, specially after the build up of setting Doomsday up to be such an unstoppable monster. He seemed like a real (and ever growing) threat and the double knockout at the end felt right for the first encounter.
I'm reading this nearly 30 years after it was written and published, without much context of the stories in the DC universe at the time and, as a standalone graphic novel it feels self-contained in a good way.
It has encouraged me to continue reading with the next few volumes (Funeral For A Friend, The Reign Of The Supermen, The Return of Superman) and, if my interest doesn't wain, also try out Superman: Doomsday as well.
ederwin's review
1.0
Punch punch punch. Kick kick kick. Fight fight fight.
That is all there is. One fight scene after another. If you like action scenes, there's plenty here for you, and they seem well done. I just don't care.
Well, at least he's finally dead now and we won't have to read any more stories about Superman!
That is all there is. One fight scene after another. If you like action scenes, there's plenty here for you, and they seem well done. I just don't care.
Well, at least he's finally dead now and we won't have to read any more stories about Superman!
discodolly's review
2.0
With a title like "The Death of Superman" this book sounds like a really big deal and of course, that's what DC meant for it to be. As you read this book, you realize it was only ever a marketing ploy. There's absolutely no depth to the story, and the only plot is our hero being punched across the country. There are small enjoyable moments here and there, but for the most part it is pretty boring.
If you would like to read a great story about the "death" of Superman I would highly recommend Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow or All-Star Superman.
If you would like to read a great story about the "death" of Superman I would highly recommend Whatever Happened to the Man of Tomorrow or All-Star Superman.
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