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3.84 AVERAGE
3.84 AVERAGE
It was actually lots of fun. (yes, there are some issues in the development, but we are talking about magical beings with superpowers, so that's OK). Also, better than the movie.
I enjoyed this one quite a bit. It collects the major story arc and I enjoyed that this story really captures a ton of the Marvel universe but also focuses on the dynamic between Cap and Iron Man, with an interesting sidebar with Spider-Man and Maria Hill. The movie captured a lot of the good in this book.
I'm working on a little self-assigned project wherein I read big comics events that I missed when they were first published. Hence, Civil War. This book is excellent. I love the artwork, I love the writing. Super-heroes everywhere! An excellent ethical and operational dilemma wherein, at least for me, it was difficult to choose a side. Big reveals, great characterizations, fabulous repercussions, sweeping changes. Bold, busy, beautiful: a book that embodies the thrilling reasons I'm a fan of comic books.
adventurous
dark
emotional
inspiring
tense
fast-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
Complicated
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Complicated
A very troubling book, to say the least, especially in a time when we face the real-world equivalent of random superhero violence in the form of domestic right-wing terrorists and gun violence. Very troubling indeed, and thought-provoking, as good literature ought to be. I was a little disappointed in the hit-or-miss pacing, though - often it felt like things were speeding along, glossing over major events and not giving us time to see how characters really felt . . . and there were too many characters too shallowly explored for truly great storytelling. Still, very timely. Can't wait to see the movie adaptation, which looks like it will have characters I'm more familiar with . . .
I bought this while I was still on my high after watching The Avengers in theaters and craving comic book characters. This one did not dissappoint me at all. The artwork is awesome and the fighting scenes between the different superheroes were amazing. I definitely recommend.
I went through the entire gamut of Civil War stories - from 'The Road to Civil War', the 7-part 'Civil War'series, its many supplements as well as 'Civil War Frontline'. I have to say, I utterly loved most of this series.
A Superhero Registration Act is tabled at Congress, facilitated by an accidental massacre of 600 people, including several children by a group of young wannabe superheroes, the New Warriors.
This Act causes a rift between Captain America and Iron Man, the former vehemently opposes the act, while the latter condones and executes it. Iron Man's efforts to coax all heroes into following the law brings him deeper and deeper into collusion with unsavoury characters. The line between good and evil become blurred as action and reaction by all parties concerned become more and more violent and cause innumerable deaths.
The entire series is more involved with Iron Man, bringing him and his actions to the forefront. Captain America spends most of his time underground and off the page.
The main 7-part series is immensely enjoyable and poignant, but the many tentacles... not so much. The extended Marvel universe has a lot of characters, story arcs, etc. that are a reminder why a lot of people don't like comics. Some of the stories are tenuously linked with the main story which made tedious reads. Actually, I think some of those prints just are tedious, irrespective of the Civil War series.
The wider impact the series had is somewhat negated by future events, but that's expected - this is a comic book series, Peter Parker will not stay outed as Spider-Man for long, and particular hallmark heroes will not stay dead. It's the nature of the industry.
The impending film is both an exciting concept and a worrying one. Adaptations are hard and expectations for a beloved storyline will be high. There's a lot to look forward to. We just have to hope that the Russo brothers direct a worthy film.
A Superhero Registration Act is tabled at Congress, facilitated by an accidental massacre of 600 people, including several children by a group of young wannabe superheroes, the New Warriors.
This Act causes a rift between Captain America and Iron Man, the former vehemently opposes the act, while the latter condones and executes it. Iron Man's efforts to coax all heroes into following the law brings him deeper and deeper into collusion with unsavoury characters. The line between good and evil become blurred as action and reaction by all parties concerned become more and more violent and cause innumerable deaths.
The entire series is more involved with Iron Man, bringing him and his actions to the forefront. Captain America spends most of his time underground and off the page.
The main 7-part series is immensely enjoyable and poignant, but the many tentacles... not so much. The extended Marvel universe has a lot of characters, story arcs, etc. that are a reminder why a lot of people don't like comics. Some of the stories are tenuously linked with the main story which made tedious reads. Actually, I think some of those prints just are tedious, irrespective of the Civil War series.
The wider impact the series had is somewhat negated by future events, but that's expected - this is a comic book series, Peter Parker will not stay outed as Spider-Man for long, and particular hallmark heroes will not stay dead. It's the nature of the industry.
The impending film is both an exciting concept and a worrying one. Adaptations are hard and expectations for a beloved storyline will be high. There's a lot to look forward to. We just have to hope that the Russo brothers direct a worthy film.
I've now re-read the Civil War event from start to finish, including all the tie-in issues.... 97 in total. I had somehow forgotten how much it made me detest Iron Man, and I hope the films are done a bit differently to make him a bit more of a sympathetic character (since I love RDJ in that role). I won't comment on the most significant event within the Civil War storyline, as it's one of the biggest spoilers of all, but it still gets me to this day. Great read.
My friend lent these to me, after I read an article that suggested the next several years of the Marvel Cinematic Universe is gearing up for a storyline similar to that found in these comics. I finished them last month and kept forgetting to write a review...
I loved them--and I'm not a hard-core comic book fan. There were a few things that were a bit lost on me, just because of my own comic book ignorance, but I didn't think it was that far beyond me grasp overall.
If you're into the Marvel movies, this is a must read.
I loved them--and I'm not a hard-core comic book fan. There were a few things that were a bit lost on me, just because of my own comic book ignorance, but I didn't think it was that far beyond me grasp overall.
If you're into the Marvel movies, this is a must read.