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A review by sullyisreading
The Crow by James O'Barr
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
reflective
sad
tense
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
I have read opinions that the movie is more cohesive than the graphic novel. I have now watched the movie and read its source, and I think both play an important part in conveying the message of The Crow. Pain, fear, despair, dread and death are all ancient to the human race and all life on Earth, and I believe this book captures this truth and situates it in the current day, where people die and survivors are left to mourn, where the only way to make things better is to not only live strong, but die strong too.
I found the art expressive, although proportions were wonky at times. I admit I found that charming. Towards the end, knowing that Eric gave Sherri a chance to survive outside of her abusive household, and that he could return to Forever with his lover Shelly, I teared up, and pray like my partner does, that nothing so tragic should ever have to happen.
I found the art expressive, although proportions were wonky at times. I admit I found that charming. Towards the end, knowing that Eric gave Sherri a chance to survive outside of her abusive household, and that he could return to Forever with his lover Shelly, I teared up, and pray like my partner does, that nothing so tragic should ever have to happen.