J Marv Posted February 14, 2006 Report Share Posted February 14, 2006 From IGN: WonderCon '06: Holy Terror, Batman! Batman kicks Al Qaeda's ass. Frank Miller's talks about upcoming book. by Hilary Goldstein February 12, 2006 - During his WonderCon panel, Frank Miller discussed his next graphic novel. Once again, Miller returns to the world of the Batman, this time with Holy Terror, Batman!. Though the title plays with Robin's classic catchphrase, the book deals with a serious subject. Gotham has been attacked by Al Qaeda and Batman sets out to defend the city he loves. The book, which Miller has inked through 120 pages, is expected to run roughly 200 pages total. Miller proudly announced the title of his next Batman book, which he will write, draw and ink. Holy Terror, Batman! is no joke. And Miller doesn't hold back on the true purpose of the book, calling it "a piece of propoganda," where 'Batman kicks al Qaeda's ass." The reason for this work, Miller said, was "an explosion from my gut reaction of what's happening now." He can't stand entertainers who lack the moxie of their '40s counterparts who stood up to Hitler. Holy Terror is "a reminder to people who seem to have forgotten who we're up against." It's been a long time since heroes were used in comics as pure propaganda. As Miller reminded, "Superman punched out Hitler. So did Captain America. That's one of the things they're there for." "These are our folk heroes," Miller said. "It just seems silly to chase around the Riddler when you've got Al Qaeda out there." Miller gave warning on our expectations over the visual style of the book. "Be afraid," he said, adding, "I think it's some of the best artwork I've ever done." Miller's career took off with Daredevil, a visual love letter to New York city. In some respects this is an artistic return to his roots. "Gotham City comes under attack, so it involves a lot more industrial landscapes than I've done in years." "Emotionally, it's really raw," Miller explained. Imagine the powerful rage when someone crosses the "passion between a man and a woman or a man and his city. " "The Greeks had their Gods and heroes," Miller said. "We have ours." And if you truly consider these characters our mythological figureheads, you have to wonder about their place and purpose in our culture. "What are they there for?" Miller asked, rhetorically. "Are they really going to be saving damned cats from damn trees?" Thoughts? EDIT: It's actually not his return to Batman. That would be All-Star Batman and Robin. It slipped my mind, and I can't edit the thread subtitle. On another note, this quick edit feature rocks. I like it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
James D. Posted February 14, 2006 Report Share Posted February 14, 2006 Why, yes. I will be buying this. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missy Posted February 14, 2006 Report Share Posted February 14, 2006 1986 + Miller + Batman = 2006 + Miller + Batman = :fight: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darque Edge Posted February 16, 2006 Report Share Posted February 16, 2006 I wonder if it'll look like he slapped his dick in some paint, then onto the page, like 'Dark Knight Strikes Back' did? Seriously, I find Miller to be the single most overrated man in comics. He's done some great stuff, but it's been a long time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chops Posted February 16, 2006 Report Share Posted February 16, 2006 The reason for this work, Miller said, was "an explosion from my gut reaction of what's happening now." He can't stand entertainers who lack the moxie of their '40s counterparts who stood up to Hitler. Holy Terror is "a reminder to people who seem to have forgotten who we're up against." Although I'm not as high up on Miller as some people are, I love this qoute. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
drqshadow Posted February 17, 2006 Report Share Posted February 17, 2006 1986 + Miller + Batman = 2006 + Miller + Batman = :fight: Exactly. This sounds like pure shit. I'll give it a chance, because Miller's produced some gems in the past, but on the surface it sounds really cheeseball and stupid. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Darque Edge Posted March 2, 2006 Report Share Posted March 2, 2006 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missy Posted March 2, 2006 Report Share Posted March 2, 2006 That... is awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Luke Posted March 3, 2006 Report Share Posted March 3, 2006 The picture's down for me, is there any other link? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J Marv Posted March 3, 2006 Author Report Share Posted March 3, 2006 The image isn't working for me either. I did find this, however. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missy Posted March 3, 2006 Report Share Posted March 3, 2006 The image isn't working for me either. I did find this, however. That's the one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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