Here's the final issue in the opening chapter to Batman and Robin, and sadly, it's also the last issue for artist Frank Quitely.His style is unique, with perhaps a little Geoff Darrow in there, and maybe a smidgen of Bernie Wrightson. But whatever the source of his inspiration, Quitely manages to create a world that is dark, dynamic and often horrific, with art that combines a realistic flair with an abstract style. If that makes any sense.
His work is always compelling. and I'm sorry to see him wrapping up his run.
Grant Morrison continues as the writer, and here he crafts a strange and disturbing tale that focuses around an evil circus and its demented owner and operator, Pyg.
The Dynamic Duo (gee, I always wanted to write that) get to show off their physical prowess and get in lots of fighting. But the team also shows some flaws, as they overlook an important matter that may come back to haunt them.
As the new team (in the comic at in the real world) settles in, so far, this has been a strong effort and well worth checking out - though the material is a bit rough in places and this may not be suitable for young kids.
Grade: A-
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