Comic review: deadpool killustrated #4

Comic Review: Deadpool Killustrated #4

Deadpool Killustrated poses some interesting questions. How do you defeat the un-defeatble? How do you beat super hero comic book characters that always win? And how can an indestructible villain die? The merc with a mouth Deadpool has got a pretty nifty idea of how to answer all three. Find out how in Geek Insider’s…

The many faces of the incredible hulk

The Many Faces of The Incredible Hulk

Ah, The Incredible Hulk. Comic books are such a diverse medium brimming with imagination, witty humour, thoughtful social commentary and much, much more. But after a long day of controversial comic book mutants, Marvel’s distasteful rape scenes and a whole load of shoddy comic books (I’m looking at you, Wolverine MAX), the mean, green wrecking…

Comic review: wolverine max #7

Comic Review: Wolverine MAX #7

Wolverine MAX #7 had the potential to be a truly gritty and visceral comic book worthy of the MAX Comics name. In fact, the ending of Wolverine MAX #6 left us with the promise of an enraged and vengeful Logan free from the shackles of his own self control. We expected blood and we expected…

Comic review: superman special edition

Comic Review: Superman Special Edition

Despite the title of this article and the official Free Comic Book Day website, this issue’s full title is not “Superman Special Edition” at all, but is in fact Superman: Last Son of Krypton Special Edition #1. Why such a convoluted title for what should be a simple introduction to Superman comics? The answer lies…

Comic review: avengers #11

Comic Review: Avengers #11

This week’s comic review looks at the latest issue in Marvel’s sci-fi, space adventuring epic; Avengers #11. There’s been so much comic book related content here at Geek Insider that it’s hard to believe it’s been a whole two weeks since Marvel released Avengers #10. We’ve covered Free Comic Book Day 2013, analysed Marvel’s Infinity,…

Comic review: sonic and mega man: worlds collide prelude

Comic Review: Sonic and Mega Man: Worlds Collide Prelude

Sega’s Sonic the Hedgehog and Capcom’s Mega Man are two of the most beloved and enduring video game characters of all time. Archie Comics will be combining the best of these two blue gaming superstars in their “Worlds Collide” story arc, and have released a prelude as part of Free Comic Book Day 2013. But…

Comic review: infinity

Comic Review: Infinity

There may be comic readers out there that snicker at the idea of Free Comic Book Day itself, let alone a review of one of its free issues. But the quality of this year’s offerings is undeniable and completely worthy of analysis. So join Geek Insider as we review Marvel’s free comic book and their…

Free comic book day 2013: our picks

Free Comic Book Day 2013: Our Picks

Free Comic Book Day 2013 was a fun day full of busy comic book shops, excited comic book fans and lots of free issues from the biggest publishers around the world. Hopefully all the comic book loving Geek Insider readers out there managed to nab all of the issues featured in our Free Comic Book…

Comic review: action comics #20

Comic Review: Action Comics #20

So far Geek Insider’s comic book reviews have focused on Marvel’s biggest and brightest in Wolverine MAX #6 and Avengers #10. But now it’s time to show DC some love as we look at their own big-name series in Geek Insider’s review of Action Comics #20 Action Comics is at the Forefront of DC’s New…

Geek insider’s free comic book day 2013 guide

Geek Insider’s Free Comic Book Day 2013 Guide

Not only is May 4th 2013 Star Wars Day, but it’s the annually occurring, international Free Comic Book Day. That’s right, for one day only you’ll be able to pick up a stack of comic books from your local comic book shop for absolutely free. But today’s busy geek might not have the time to…

Comic review: avengers #10

Comic Review: Avengers #10

There’s plenty of mysteries to solve in the most recent instalment of the new Avengers storyline. But are there any answers to Marvel fans’ questions in the latest issue, and is this comic book worth your precious time and money? We have all the details here with Geek Insider’s review of Avengers #10. Earth’s Mightiest…

On the rape of ms. Marvel

On the Rape of Ms. Marvel

Although we may be told otherwise, there are still many major issues regarding equality between men and women in the Western world; issues which many would argue stem from a male dominated, misogynistic, global mass media industry. The comic book industry in particular is under almost constant scrutiny for its lack of female artists and…

Comic review: wolverine max #6

Comic Review: Wolverine MAX #6

The Wolverine MAX series tells the tale of a slightly different version of the popular X-Men member we all know and love. The Marvel MAX imprint deals with stories aimed at adult audiences and contains explicit content. A perfect home for the deadly Wolverine, wouldn’t you think? Lets’ find out with Geek Insider’s very first…

On the uncanny avengers “m” word debate

On the Uncanny Avengers “M” Word Debate

There’s no denying that the characters and stories held within the floppy, unassuming pages of comic books have shaped modern film, animation, pop culture and beyond. Even so, the world of comic book publishing still sits alone on the fringe of popular media and out of the public eye. X-Men Fans Defend Marvel’s Mutants and…

Marvel release preview of phase 2 movies: thor, ant-man and more

Marvel Release Preview of Phase 2 Movies: Thor, Ant-Man and More

Fans of the spectacular Marvel comic book movies have finally received their 10-disc Marvel Cinematic Universe: Phase One – Avengers Assembled blu-ray box sets; which collect every Marvel film since the first Iron Man, minus the films under the “Marvel Knights” banner. This collection essentially chronicles the origins of each member of super-hero team The…