Daredevil #133
CharactersBlake TowerDaredevil Jester Lieutenant Bert Rose Mind-Wave Uri Geller |
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At long last...a glimpse at the madman responsible for the fradulent broadcasts of Foggy and the living Kennedys! But Daredevil will have no time to recognize the significance of these broadcasts, because there's a new supervillian tearing a path of havok through the streets of New York. One whom Daredevil is absolutely powerless against...and there is only one man who can give him even a chance at victory.
Review: An off issue, sad to say. As with Marv's last off issue(#128) we
are given two superb pages before everything drops off. In this case,
however, the first two pages are actually worth buying the comic for. The
art is spectacular, the "when" box on the splash page is humorous without
destroying the mood, and the revelation of the villian behind the phony
broadcasts is quite a shocker. Marv's handling of this old DD foe is
already brilliant. The rest was spoiled by the fact that Marv had to
write Uri Geller into the storyline. The battle against Mind Wave(which
is pretty cool) took up the whole 15 pages allotted to him, leaving no
room for subplots. The idea of presenting a real person as a superhero
was simply too hokey, though Marv certainly did his best with it.
Still, not all of the issue's faults are thanks to this bizarre
marketing ploy. For one, the art is wholely unimpressive after those
first two pages; after being gone only one issue, Klaus is already missed.
Second, DD is terribly mis-rendered in this issue. He's entirely too
heedless and disregarding of authority, sharply in contrast to the bold
hero finally considering the consequences of his actions who Marv
presented in the past three issues. I wouldn't buy this issue unless you
happen to be in the middle of reading through Marv W.'s run on the book.
In that case, the first two pages are essential.
Plot/Underlying Themes:2
Portrayal and development of Daredevil as a character:2
Art:3
Overall:2
My rating system:
1 = Poor. Plot is hackneyed, simplistic, nonsensical, or some combination
of the three. Underlying themes, if they exist, are completely sick and
twisted. Daredevil is mis-portrayed, and the issue either shows no
development of his character or develops him in a way that makes little
sense. Art is terrible, actually afflicting the comic. Should be
avoided, unless it serves as a link between plotlines.
2 = Weak. Plot is hackneyed, simplistic, or nonsensical. Underlying
themes are absent. Daredevil is not portrayed as a unique or striking
character, and the issue shows no development of his character. Art is
undistinguished, adding nothing to the comic. A generally bad comic, but
with a few redeeming qualities.
3 = Satisfying. The plot may or may not be simplistic, but it works.
Underlying themes are either mild or absent entirely. Daredevil is
portrayed convincingly, and strongly enough that you care about what
happens to him. His character is not developed, but you find out
something about him that you may not have known before. Art is roughly
average, with little or no weak points and a few strong panels. Worth
buying, but not worth seeking out.
3+ = Excellent. Similar to 3, but better.
4 = Classic. The plot is original and multi-layered, but it is the strong
underlying themes that make it a great story. Daredevil is portrayed
intriguingly, and his character is either fleshed-out strongly or develops
in a way that adds to the story rather than to the shock value. Art is
strong and unique, with the characters portrayed passionately. A highly
recommended comic.
5 = Essential. The plot is original, multi-layered, and engaging. The
underlying themes are shocking and unusual, seeming to blind you with
truth. Daredevil is portrayed as a complex, multi-faceted character; the
comic is worth buying solely for a chance to truly see Daredevil. His
personality is fleshed out and develops in a way that adds to the story
rather than to the shock value. Art is powerful without being glossy,
leaning towards the realistic touch that is the mark of a good DD comic.
If you are a true DD fan, the only excuse for not buying this comic is not
being able to find it.
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