Hollywood screenwriter and eisner award nominee max landis chronicle, american ultra, adventures of superman joins forces with top comics artists. When american alien started, i wondered if we needed yet another take on superman s origin story, especially since it was just redone as part of the 2011 new 52 reboot. Though the art team did a phenomenal job in this book, its hard to approach superman. What makes this 7 issued collection so great is they feel seperate yet all flow so well. A familiar, yet fresh introspection of an iconinthemaking. American alien is funny, strange, modern and a phenomenal look at superman as the issues progress through his ages. With the tone of each issue ranging from heartwarming and simple, to frighteningly gritty and violent, to sexy, sunkissed and funny, superman. American alien, a 7issue miniseries written by hollywood screenwriter max landis, who masterminded the blockbuster superpower movie chronicle and the critically acclaimed american ultra starring jesse eisenberg and kristen stewart. Illustrated by some of the greatest artists in comics todayincluding jock batman. When new books are released, well charge your default payment method for the lowest price available during the preorder period.
American alien is the best superman story ive ever read. The character regularly appears in comic books published by dc comics, and has been adapted to a number of radio serials, movies, and television shows superman was born on the planet krypton and was given. American alien is a must read series and could easily be one of the best in 2016 when it comes to its seven issue conclusion. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read superman. American alien 20152016 and millions of other books are available for amazon kindle. American alien tells a version of the man of steels upbringing. American alien, written by max landis, illustrated by nick dragotta, tommy lee edwards, joelle jones, jae.
Superman, then you might enjoy this take on the character. The two talents come together to retrofit a more human man of steel for a new generation. Youd be hardpressed to find a stronger single issue on the shelves. Max landis, acclaimed screenwriter of the hit film chronicle, presents seven stories from the life of the man who will be the man of steel, seven pivotal moments that turned a sometimes good, sometimes angry, sometimes funny, always human, allamerican alien into the worlds first superhero. Oct 18, 2016 max landis, acclaimed screenwriter of the hit film chronicle, presents seven stories from the life of the man who will be the man of steel, seven pivotal moments that turned a sometimes good, sometimes angry, sometimes funny, always human, allamerican alien into the worlds first superhero. We will preorder your items within 24 hours of when they become available. However, formatting rules can vary widely between applications and fields of interest or study. Superman american alien is an okay book, but some things are forced or not given enough attention. American alien gave me a better understanding of luthor. For the past 6 months, ive had my wifes stepdad pick up issues of american alien as they come out. Its sad to know we only have one more issue to go, but right now the series is almost assured to go out on a high note. Exact sales figures for the early decades of superman comic books are hard to find because, like most publishers at the time, dc comics concealed this data to deny competitors, but given the general market trends at the time, sales of action comics and superman probably peaked in the mid1940s and thereafter steadily declined.
Its extremely well written and will shift to different artists, throughout the miniseries, to capture various points of clarks life. Never read a superman comic and american alien is the first one i read and loved it, really looking forward to his next superman book whenever that hits. American alien has been a series of missteps thus far. Max landis, acclaimed screenwriter of the hit film chronicle, presents seven stories from the life of the man who will be the man of steelseven pivotal moments that turned a sometimes good, sometimes angry, sometimes funny, always human, allamerican alien into the worlds first superhero. Max landis, acclaimed screenwriter of the hit film chronicle, presents seven stories from the life of the man who will be the man of steel, seven pivotal moments that turned a sometimes good, sometimes angry, sometimes funny, always human, all american alien into the worlds first superhero. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans. American alien is available in hardcover form, and we explain why its an essential read for any dc fan.
Were sixforsix now, and all parties involved should be proud of what theyre delivering. Or should i say landis take on clark kent, as this books narrative is more about kent than it is about superman. Written by max landis chronicle, american ultra with art by nick dragotta ff, east of west, and colorist alex guimaraes lord of the jungle, lords of mars, the issue is a sterling example of why superhero publishers should loosen the reins of continuity and allow. While origin stories of superman abound, there are some that stand apart.
Superman did nothing to get where he is today, unlike lex, and to swoop in and steal the spotlight. American alien is the first superman collection since all star superman to make me remember why i love the character so much. As a young clark kent discovers his powers, he begins to question his own identity, worrying about how he will never fit in. Hollywood screenwriter and eisner award nominee max landis chronicle, american ultra, adventures of superman joins forces with top comics artists including jock, francis manapul and jae lee to bring you superman. American alien, a 7issue miniseries chronicling the life of clark kent and his development into the archetypal hero he will eventually become. There are hundreds examples illustrating the super in his name but very few that focus on the man. There are alternative options you could choose from, such as.
Comic book resources about the author featured as one of forbes 30 under 30 two consecutive years, max landis is an outspoken rising star in the screenwriting world. American alien is a 2016 superman comic series written by max landis and penciled by various artists. American alien series is such an important moment for superman, and it has done a spectacular job of showing brief snapshots of a young man who is bound to change the world. Supermanaliens is an american comic book limited series about a battle between the superhero superman and the aliens created by h. Landis and edwards should be very proud of their achievement. Featured as one of forbes 30 under 30 two consecutive years, max landis is an outspoken rising star in the screenwriting world. Igns peoples choice winner for 2016 best limited comic book or miniseriesmax landis, acclaimed screenwriter of the hit film chronicle, presents seven stories from the life of the man who will be the man of steel, seven pivotal moments that turned a sometimes good, sometimes angry, sometimes funny, always human, all american alien into the.
Buy superman american alien hc 01 by max landis isbn. Every issue has taken a different angle on his life, ranging from hopeful to sexy, morbid, goofy, etc. And he clearly understands what makes superman, well, superman. Revisiting superman s origin is tricky business, and so far every single potential pitfall has been neatly avoided. American alien, a new epic that chronicles the life of clark kent and his development into the archetypal hero he will eventually become. Superman birthright, superman for all seasons, or grant morrisons all star superman.
Screenwriter and eisner award nominee max landis chronicle, american. Written by one of hollywoods celebrated scribes, the artwork is handled by the aptly capable jonathan case batman 66. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Max landiss chronicle, victor frankenstein superman. American alien from the worlds largest community of readers.
The black mirror, francis manapul detective comics, jae lee batmansuperman, joelle jones ladykiller, nick dragotta east of west and more superman. Somewhere in the multiverse, a different max landis wrote a terrific alternate reality counterpart of parrotthe third installment in his superman coming of age saga, american alien. Superman american alien by max landis penguin books australia. Eventually, he soon accepts his abnormality and embraces his powers, though continues to live among those much weaker than him much to the confusion of those who knows about his secret. One might think the very last thing the comics world needed was yet another twist on the superman storyuntil one picks up this awesome story from landis chronicle, green valley. American alien might even be one of the best tales of its kind in the companys history. Free shipping and pickup in store on eligible orders. The writers use the plot device of superman s powers temporarily diminishingdue to him being in a location with a distinct lack of yellow sunlight that his body requires to give him his powersto make. Then you can start reading kindle books on your smartphone, tablet, or computer no kindle device required. Igns peoples choice winner for 2016 best limited comic book or miniseries max landis, acclaimed screenwriter of the hit film chronicle, presents seven stories from the life of the man who will be the man of steel, seven pivotal moments that turned a sometimes good, sometimes angry, sometimes funny, always human, allamerican alien into the worlds first superhero. Batman dc comics superman comic book hero action figures, dc comics hero superman comic book hero action figures, cgc 9. The narrative is seemingly more derisive of the source material than it is a retelling of it. Superman american alien by max landis, 9781401274467, available at book depository with free delivery worldwide. Screenwriter and eisner award nominee max landis chronicle, american ultra, adventures of superman presents the sevenissue miniseries that.
When american alien started, i wondered if we needed yet another take on supermans origin story, especially since it was just redone as part of the 2011 new 52 reboot. American alien, a 7issue miniseries chronicling the life of clark kent and his development into the archetypal hero he will. American alien tells the very human story of the last son of krypton. Screenwriter and eisner award nominee max landis chronicle, american ultra, adventures of superman presents the sevenissue miniseries that chronicles clark kents development into the archetypal hero he will eventually become. Max landis, acclaimed screenwriter of the hit film chronicle, presents seven stories from the life of the man who will be the man of steelseven pivotal moments that turned a sometimes good, sometimes angry, sometimes funny, always human, all american alien into the worlds first superhero. We start with clark as just a kid, then teenager, young adult, aspiring hero, and a true fucking badass by the end. He has his own weekly orders of comics, so its just as easy for me to support a friends comic book store and get the issues when i eventually see mike.
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