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Batman: Hush, Vol. 1 Review
User Submitted Batman: Hush, Vol. 1 ReviewsNovember 13, 2008 Batman fans, don't miss I actually purched this while in Prague, Czech Republic. No I can't read Czech, but I like to pic up comics in other languages. Some like postcards, I like comics. Well after just going through the artwork, I was determined to get the English version and read what was going on. The storyline is excellent, the art is well done and it includes a great cast of characters. If you're a Batman fan, the HUSH series is a MUST! October 21, 2008 A Truly Exhilarating Comic Book Experience!! I have been a big fan of the superhero genre for years, but oddly enough I have not been a fan of comic books. Until now. In recent years I have been enthralled with both DC and Marvel characters that I have been introduced to via blockbuster films. Indeed, the summer of 2008 will undoubtedly go down in history as one of the best (if not the best) superhero film runs ever. If you weren't blown away by the killer line up of Iron Man, The Incredible Hulk, and The Dark Knight then you obviously have no pulse. Somewhere amidst this trifecta of movie bliss, my curiosity about comics began to grow. Batman has always been a character that I have loved in films and TV shows and Batman Begins and The Dark Knight have successfully solidified my status as a Batman fan. Batman: Hush was highly recommended to me as a great starting point into Batman comics and while my expectations were high, I was still blown away by what I discovered. Batman: Hush is absolutely everything I could have hoped for in my first real foray into comic books. Jeph Loeb presents us with a story that is gripping at every turn and chocked full of surprises. Batman has long been a fan favorite because he isn't a traditional superhero. Having no super powers or abilities, Batman has always fed on the darkness of his childhood to instill fear into the criminals who prey on the innocent. Using his own darkness Batman longs to bring light to the world making him one of the most complex and endearing characters in literature today. Loeb gives us all of these qualities in perfect doses throughout. This first volume gives us some memorable interaction between Batman and several famous characters that will leave readers giddy with excitement. The scenes between Batman and Catwoman are especially telling, but nothing compared to the "showdown" between The Caped Crusader and The Man of Steel. I never thought I would actually hold my breath while reading a comic book. Batman: Hush actually works as a fantastic mystery story full of twists and turns. Each piece of the puzzle gives us more questions ensuring that we will hold on tight for the ride. Batman's often underused detective skills are on full display here, giving us yet another fresh look at this phenomenal character. Jim Lee's art throughout is breathtaking to say the least. Epic full page spreads and flowing panels effortlessly carry along Loeb's incredible storytelling. The aforementioned battle between DC's heavyweights is drawn to such perfection that you actually forget you are reading a comic book. Lee also gives us some beautiful flashback panels that really sell this fitting storytelling device. Batman: Hush is a must read for all fans of Batman or for anyone wanting a truly exhilarating comic book experience. Even if you aren't familiar with Batman and his truly impressive Rogues Gallery, you will still enjoy the engaging story and relentless pacing of this classic first volume. I wasn't a fan of comic books! What was I thinking??? August 14, 2008 Batman gives us some twists and turns Batman started out as a dark brooding vigilante who had no problem pounding the pavement to get what he wants. Loeb and Lee seem to capture that flavor in a somewhat convoluted and complex storyline involving yet a new villain who somehow manages to coordinate the lunatics of Gotham (Crock, Poison Ivy, Riddler, Joker, etc., etc.) In addition we have Catwoman and the strange relationship with Batman taking a new twist. The story is quite complex. Batman and Catwoman team up to figure out the connection between a parade of villains and situations that seem a bit unrelated but enough subtle clues to tie in the connections. Lee's art works extremely well presenting us with broad splash panels and detailed characterizations. I was impressed but there is an argument to be said for lack of innovation. This was a monthly when first published and innovation can break deadlines -- I got that. My only pet peeve is the complexity of the story. Way too many villains and too many plot twists that make the story impossible in many ways to accept but I was so caught up in the brooding Batman coming to terms with his life that I was able to ignore the ridiculous plot threads that were explained in the end, still feel very contrived. It's still a terrific read that I found fun. More streamlined plots would have made the story richer especially with more time spent with Bruce's boyhood friend. August 6, 2008 Beautiful Story As a old fan of the Batman series of comics, I was a little suspicious of "Hush" when I first saw it in a books store. Let me say that my fears were unfounded. I found myself, almost an hour later, still in the book store, closing the cover and searching for volume 2. The romance and action are all perfectly balanced, not to mention the masterful art of Jim Lee only adds to this masterpiece. Even if you don't know everything about the history of Batman and Robin, all pertinent information is explained and elaborated on. Even if you don't like Batman, this is the comic series for you. August 5, 2008 batman hush HUSH is a profoundly compelling & intricate crime story. Jeph Loeb has created an exceptional suspense thriller, which becomes deeper & more mysterious as it unfolds. A true page-turner which I could not put down once I started reading it. Loeb's exceptional writing has been combined with the extraordinary talents of Jim Lee, one of the most influential pencillers ever, and inker Scott Williams, whose ability to embellish produces images that are nothing short of stunning. Colorist Alex Sinclair's contribution makes every page a great work of art in itself. Combined, these three have created images that are so detailed and captivating that after one finishes reading the books, you have to go back & dwell on every panel in order to fully absorb the remarkable amount of detail in the artwork. BATMAN HUSH is a fantastic work on every level. May 15, 2008 good stuff Good story, pacing, and artwork. I especially like the glossy page presentation, it fits the work nicely. I think the art and layout give the series a sort of blockbuster or epic feel that I enjoyed while reading. Great use of background characters, I think this series managed to do what the Clooney / Kilmer Batman movies could not--present a large and varied cast or rogues without giving them a cheap or campy feel. Don't forget Volume 2 as well. April 12, 2008 Good Read, Bad Presentation The story is a very good tale and the art is done by Jim Lee a very talented artist. It features several of Batman's villians including my personal favorite Killer Croc. My major problem is the only way to get the whole story in one volume is the absolute edition which is ten more dollars then the two volumes put together. Other DC stories with Absolute Editions, such as Kingdom Come, you can get the whole story without buying the absolute edition.But on story and art alone I recommend but the presentation is sloppy. March 26, 2008 Summer comic blockbuster Jeph Loeb likes to write comics as if they were summer movie blockbusters with a galaxy of stars. These movies, or comics, can be fun but may be lacking in substance. In Hush, we have an action packed story with a parade of entertaining guest stars, rogues and heroes alike. Are their appearances mainly to add to the star quotient? Possibly. Do they add to the enjoyment of the story? Definately. This is no different from his previous, much heralded Batman sagas, Long Halloween and Dark Victory. One thing is certain, with Jim Lee as cinematographer/artist, they have never looked better. Batman has always been one of the top leading men in the biz and, with his rugged good looks, still remains a top box office draw. As leading lady we have Catwoman, who deserves second billing in this movie/comic and is as sexy and spunky as ever. Poison Ivy is cast as the temptress, Talia al Ghul as the femme fatale. Add the Joker, Harley Quinn, Clayface, Harvey Dent, Killer Croc, Huntress, Scarecrow, Nightwing, Superman, Lois Lane ...whew, talk about a big budget flick. Unfortunately herein lies many of the barbs that are hurled at Hush. Some criticize it for being just a visual cinematic tour de force by the great Jim Lee and nothing more than mindless eye candy. The plot certainly has a few flaws. The final reveal of the identity of the mysterious antagonist is a forgone conclusion, and his motivations for becoming Hush are dubious at best, but now we are starting to miss the boat. This tale isn't about reason or logic or gritty realism. For fans of that genre, there are much better choices for you and to demand that here is just being a stick in the mud or a spoilsport. This story is all about pure and simple fun, and in the context of all of the references and comparisons to movie blockbusters, it is a complete and total success. January 29, 2008 The firts volume of an intesting story This book is the begining of Batman's new villian, the art (jim lee) is really good, and the stroy is sometimes slow but inncludes all the importants characters in Batma's universe. November 25, 2007 great batman collection Again, we have Jeph Loeb, one of the greatest contemporary comic book writers. And he shines when it comes to Batman. What can I say about volume one, other than it is great. For more Batman: Hush, Vol. 1 reviews click here.
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