Tom Welling as Superman Manips

[Serene]

I have not seen that image... From which issue is that from ? The last one ?

It's from #3. I really love the artwork in this series.

 

[avidreader]

P.S. - The other day I was re-watching Slumber on dvd. Didn't you guys felt shivers down your spine in that Clark/Lex dream sequence in which Lex hits him with the japonese sword ? The dramatic music and Rosenbaum's performance in that little scene were right on the money.
"I'm gonna dedicate my life into showing the world who Clark Kent really is !"
And Tom's face and his plea for Lex to wait and hear him out was priceless.
Just a little gem of a scene.

You're absolutely right. Was that scene forshadowing something for a future episode.

I love that manip above of TW as Clark Kent.

 

[Bruce_Wayne29]

You're absolutely right. Was that scene forshadowing something for a future episode.

It may be a tease for what will the real final confrontation between the two. It will be really interesting to see how the producers will decide to deal with it.

 

[avidreader]

It may be a tease for what will the real final confrontation between the two. It will be really interesting to see how the producers will decide to deal with it.

Yeh, I cannot see this version of Lex Luthor not knowing that Clark Kent is Superman.

 

[Spider-Gamer]

Yeh, I cannot see this version of Lex Luthor not knowing that Clark Kent is Superman.

I have to agree!

 

[The Caped Knight]

It's SUPERMAN. HE's BACK!!!!

 

[user123456789]

these manips are fabulous.

 

[The Incredible Hulk]

still my favorite of all time

 

[Bruce_Wayne29]

Yeh, I cannot see this version of Lex Luthor not knowing that Clark Kent is Superman.

Yeah and you got to think that SV is a show that tried to do things as realistically as possible. Just see on the dvds how they explain the meteor shower which in nowadays would be the only thing to prevent all the satellites and gadgets we have from seeing that a spaceship is landing on Earth.
Whether is now or later on, how long would it really take for a billionaire like Lex Luthor to find out that Superman is Clark Kent (which he already does in some comics) or even that all the mysterious/heroic things that happen in SV have to do with Clark ?
Personally I prefer it this way, not only do I understand Lex's motives for being a villain more (instead of how some fans prefer to see, which is a guy who basically was born evil which just doesn't happen) and why he feels so betrayed but I can understand why he prefers not to expose Clark.

 

[avidreader]

Yeah and you got to think that SV is a show that tried to do things as realistically as possible. Just see on the dvds how they explain the meteor shower which in nowadays would be the only thing to prevent all the satellites and gadgets we have from seeing that a spaceship is landing on Earth.
Whether is now or later on, how long would it really take for a billionaire like Lex Luthor to find out that Superman is Clark Kent (which he already does in some comics) or even that all the mysterious/heroic things that happen in SV have to do with Clark ?
Personally I prefer it this way, not only do I understand Lex's motives for being a villain more (instead of how some fans prefer to see, which is a guy who basically was born evil which just doesn't happen) and why he feels so betrayed but I can understand why he prefers not to expose Clark.

I think Lex's theories on Naman and Sageeth will come into play as to why he doesnt expose Clark Kent as Superman. He will see it as his duty to protect the world (in his own screwed up warped way)

 

[Serene]

I think Lex's theories on Naman and Sageeth will come into play as to why he doesnt expose Clark Kent as Superman. He will see it as his duty to protect the world (in his own screwed up warped way)

You should get the new Lex Luthor Man of Steel series of comics....

 

[avidreader]

You should get the new Lex Luthor Man of Steel series of comics....

Really. Its a good read is it? You know I've never read a comic book.

 

[AgentPat]

Really. Its a good read is it? You know I've never read a comic book.

In THAT case, may I suggest either Birthright or Superman for All Seasons to start with? Both are origins. Cruising further back, Man of Steel is also good since it too is an origin. You can get TPB (trade paper back) and hard cover versions of these series at any comic book store.

I think it's a LOT more satisfying for somebody who's never read a comic book to start with the basic story and then branch out from there if you think you might like it. There's also "old" Smallville comic issues you can read if you need an even more rudimentary start. As a SV fan, if you *don't* like the SV comics, I'd say comic books are probably not for you. Comic books are a lot of fun, but they're not for everybody.

 

[triplet]

I loved both Birthright and Superman for All Seasons, but I used to read comics when I was a teen... I'm glad I'm getting back into them.



Beautiful art in both.

Oh, and btw Pat: I bought Hush (both the first and second tpb) and I loved 'em... they're beautifully drawn and have entertaining stories.

Thanks for the rec.

 

[avidreader]

In THAT case, may I suggest either Birthright or Superman for All Seasons to start with? Both are origins. Cruising further back, Man of Steel is also good since it too is an origin. You can get TPB (trade paper back) and hard cover versions of these series at any comic book store.

I think it's a LOT more satisfying for somebody who's never read a comic book to start with the basic story and then branch out from there if you think you might like it. There's also "old" Smallville comic issues you can read if you need an even more rudimentary start. As a SV fan, if you *don't* like the SV comics, I'd say comic books are probably not for you. Comic books are a lot of fun, but they're not for everybody.

I looked for both of those books at Borders, with not much luck, but I think I've seen them on Amazon. I'll take your recommendations. Thanks.

 

[AgentPat]

...Oh, and btw Pat: I bought Hush (both the first and second tpb) and I loved 'em... they're beautifully drawn and have entertaining stories.

Thanks for the rec.

No sweat! If you're into the art, the best Superman series I've ever pawed through by FAR is Kingdom Come. Oh. Muh. Gawd. It's UNBELIEVABLE. Alex Ross, doncha know. He's the king.

I looked for both of those books at Borders, with not much luck, but I think I've seen them on Amazon. I'll take your recommendations. Thanks.

Yeah, I'd just go to a comic book shop. It's easier, cheaper, and more fun.

SFAS was written by Jeph Loeb and provided a large part of the inspiration for SV. The characters are drawn a LOT different - Clark, especially LOL - but that's okay. There's a soliloquy at the end written by "Lana" about Clark that's amazing and very appropriate. I think I have it transcribed at home. If I can find it, I'll repost it. You'll like.

Birthright is the most recent origin and is DC "semi" official, depending on who you ask. In Birthright, Clark is friends with Lex in Smallville. Imagine dat? Hee!

You'll like both TPB's, I'm sure. Let us know what you think after reading 'em. They're fairly short and you can probably breeze through both in less than an hour. Kingdom Come, on the other hand, might take a little longer. There's so much to take in - and it's an Elseworld's tale, which means it's very much out of general Superman continuity. ANYTHING can happen in an Elseworld's comic.

 

[triplet]

No sweat! If you're into the art, the best Superman series I've ever pawed through by FAR is Kingdom Come. Oh. Muh. Gawd. It's UNBELIEVABLE. Alex Ross, doncha know. He's the king.

I'll give that one a try, I think I saw it at Borders... no convenient comic book stores: the only one in town closed.



Thanks, I do love Ross's work so I will definitely pick that one up. I love a beautifully drawn comic.

A friend lent me a Frank Millar tpb, Dark Knight Returns I think, and I couldn't get into it because I didn't like the art. Too sketchy looking for my tastes...

 

[AgentPat]

Thanks, I do love Ross's work so I will definitely pick that one up. I love a beautifully drawn comic.

Well, KC is for you then. Put a pot of coffee on first though; you'll be there for a while. It's lengthy. Not quite as bad as Crisis on Infinite Earths, but definitely deep. The way Ross draws Linda Carter... err... I mean, Wonder Woman... you're gonna be amazed.

A friend lent me a Frank Millar tpb, Dark Knight Returns I think, and I couldn't get into it because I didn't like the art. Too sketchy looking for my tastes...

Some comics have that problem, but DKR makes up for it in the story, I think. Onyx paid one helluva tribute to DKR too. (Bad) Lex's lines at the end are basically the same as Batman's lines at the end of DKR.

 

[triplet]

Well, KC is for you then. Put a pot of coffee on first though; you'll be there for a while. It's lengthy. Not quite as bad as Crisis on Infinite Earths, but definitely deep. The way Ross draws Linda Carter... err... I mean, Wonder Woman... you're gonna be amazed.

My hubby and kids are now in Florida, my time is my own (the one good about them leaving ) so I just may stop by Borders on the way home and pick that up.

Some comics have that problem, but DKR makes up for it in the story, I think. Onyx paid one helluva tribute to DKR too. (Bad) Lex's lines at the end are basically the same as Batman's lines at the end of DKR.

Yeah, I noticed that... It was a good story, but I had trouble getting lost in it like some of the others I've read.

I really enjoyed Loeb's Batman/Superman book, for example... beautifully drawn, great story and it completely pulled me in. As did Birthright. Not so DKR.

 

[avidreader]

No comic book stores near me, the only one I knew of closed down a couple of months ago. I justed ordered Superman for All Seasons, but they only had a used copy of Birthright, over at Amazon, for $19. Thought that sounded a bit rich. I'll be in NY City next week, so I might see if I can find something there. Thanks for the tips.

 

[triplet]

A new copy of Birthright is $30... that's a pretty good deal if it's in good condition.

 

[avidreader]

A new copy of Birthright is $30... that's a pretty good deal if it's in good condition.

Oh okay, it said it was in as new condition. I'll go back and re order it/. Thanks.

 

[Serene]

Here are links to comic shops you can order online from that were recommended to me. I did order from Mile High recently and had no problems.

http://www.midtowncomics.com/

http://www.milehighcomics.com/

The Lex Luthor comics are really beautifully drawn and I'm really enjoying the storyline so far. Very interesting perspective to read. There are only four out so far..

I'm still waiting for "Birthright" the movie.

 

[triplet]

I'm still waiting for "Birthright" the movie.

Aren't we all?

 

[avidreader]

Here are links to comic shops you can order online from that were recommended to me. I did order from Mile High recently and had no problems.

http://www.midtowncomics.com/

http://www.milehighcomics.com/

The Lex Luthor comics are really beautifully drawn and I'm really enjoying the storyline so far. Very interesting perspective to read. There are only four out so far..

I'm still waiting for "Birthright" the movie.

Thanks, now you've got me intrigued about the storyline.