She-Hulk (USA) di Mariko Tamaki

[Azrael]

Hulk #4 (Published by Marvel Comics, Review by Kat Calamia, 'Rama Rating: 8 out of 10):

Hulk #4 continues to carefully delve into Jen's psychological trauma, giving the perfect parallel to dig deeper into the similar trauma affecting Jen's client, Maise Brewn. The first arc of Hulk is not heavy on plot, but is a necessary slow paced story giving a realistic portrayal of how trauma can affect your life. Every issue Jen focuses on finding a routine in her life, but the Hulk and Jen's neglected trauma creeps up on her preventing Jen from reestablishing her old lifestyle. The artwork by Nico Leon matches the moody narrative Mariko Tamaki is going for, while colorist Matt Milla masterfully adds shades of green throughout the issue as the Hulk tries to break free. This series focuses on a different angle from She-Hulks' usual narrative - the human side of Jen Walters, as she has to regain her confidence as both a human lawyer and as She-Hulk. The slow-paced story gives a realistic portrayal of living with a mental illness in everyday life, and shows a side of Jen Walters readers don't get to see nearly enough.

[Hermit]

Letto il #4
La serie continua ad essere carina e qui abbiamo anche un primo sguardo al villain. Direi che se continua così io sarò a bordo!

[Azrael]

Preview: HULK #5



http://www.cbr.com/hulk-5-4/

[Arkin Torsen]

Cover sempre più brutte

[Hermit]

Letto il #5
Altro numero molto intenso, questa serie mi ha preso fin da subito soprattutto per la qualità dei testi! Ora nel prossimo numero credo che vedremo un po' di smash 

[Azrael]

Hulk #5 (Published by Marvel Comics, Review by Kat Calamia, 'Rama Rating: 8 out of 10):

Hulk #5 looks deeper into Jen's trauma as she's finally forced to face the monsters inside herself. Opening with Jen in the hospital after the events of Civil War II, this issue shows our heroine as she continues to deny her trauma, stating that she's "fine" over and over again until she believes it herself. But as the story unfolds, Jen realizes that she isn't "fine" as she unleashes the Hulk — a part of her that used to give her confidence, but now is the root of her fear. Artist Nico Leon's pencils really shine as the issue teases "the monster" hiding in the shadows, while colorists Matt Milla and Andrew Crossley's use of gray and green throughout the issue adds to the tension of the Hulk's return. Hulk #5 was used as the perfect build up to Jen's new relationship to her Hulk. Mariko Tamaki has done a great job at exploring how Jen's psychological trauma is affecting her day-to-day life, even if the issue loses a little bit of momentum with Maze's return and the on the nose comparison of Jen and Maze's internal demons.

[Azrael]

HULK #9
MARIKO TAMAKI (W) • GEORGES DUARTE (A)
Cover by JOHN TYLER CHRISTOPHER
VALLEY OF THE HULKS! When a drug hits the street that publicly transforms a man into a Hulk-like monster, JENNIFER WALTERS steps in to investigate! Will Jennifer find an antidote to the transformation, or will the drug – and its horrific effects – continue to spread? Guest-starring PATSY WALKER, A.K.A. HELLCAT!
32 PGS./Rated T+ ...$3.99

[Azrael]

This issue finally wraps up the series' opening story arc, and there's no sense that "Deconstructed" actually needed that many chapters to be told. The methodical pacing has become a drag over the past few months, but at least this issue shakes up the formula with the first real glimpse of Jen's new Hulk form. It's quite a departure from the happy-go-lucky She-Hulk we know and love. This Hulk is a fitting manifestation of Jen's repressed guilt and fear and trauma, one that's savage, terrifying and yet still very much unlike the Hulks that have come before. Artist Nico Leon seems to relish the opportunity to finally dig in with this monster. Leon brings a feral, almost demonic look to Hulk and draws a terrifically dynamic battle of monsters here. Unfortunately, that epic showdown can't save the arc from reaching a hollow finish. Maise's fate is left annoyingly unclear as she's quietly shuffled out of the picture. And as for Jen, writer Mariko Tamaki tries to force a happy ending to this conflict that simply doesn't feel earned given the character's general state of mind. This series continues to show plenty of promise, but it needs a tighter approach to pacing and a willingness to stay mired in darkness as long as Jen's character arc demands it. -Jesse

Final Score:

7.0/10

[Hermit]

Letto il #6
Numero molto action e ci voleva, si legge molto velocemente. Comunque sempre di buon livello

[Hermit]

Letto il #7
Numero di passaggio con Hellcat. Scritto bene, ma si può fare di meglio

[Azrael]

Slow pacing is becoming a real sticking point with several ongoing Marvel titles right now, and Hulk is possibly the biggest offender of them all. There's a lot to like with this series, particularly in terms of Mariko Tamaki's characterization of Jen and the way her post-Civil War II ordeal serves as an allegory for overcoming trauma. But seven issues in, Tamaki is still hitting the same beats and failing to push the narrative forward in a significant way. Not to mention that, following last issue's debut of Jen's twisted, animalistic new Hulk form, the return of a relatively more traditional She-Hulk transformation here seems underwhelming by comparison. The series also takes a hit without artist Nico Leon at the helm. Granted, Georges Duarte is a solid replacement, one who channels the somber but hopeful tone of the script well, but there's a certain elegance and energy to the previous issues that's absent here. -Jesse

Final Score:

6.3/10

[Azrael]

Hulk #7 (Published by Marvel Comics; Review by Kat Calamia; 'Rama Rating: 9 out of 10): Hulk #7 delivers one of the book's best issues to date as the series begins its second story arc. The strongest aspect of this issue is Mariko Tamaki's inner monologue for Jen, who silently judges her trauma group peers because she's not ready to open up herself. After the meeting, one of the peer members asks Jen if she's had a "good cry" - Jen finds this weird coming from a complete stranger, but Tamaki uses this scene as a hint that Jen hasn't fully processed her trauma. She instead uses the brute force of the Hulk to let out her frustrations, which leads to a guest appearance by Hellcat, who seems to be a welcome foil for Jen on her road to recovery. The second arc continues to be a strong personal journey for Hulk, but also introduces a better villain storyline. Tamaki connects Jen's coping mechanism (watching cooking videos) to this next villain story arc as Jen's favorite chef is turned into a Hulk-like creature. This feels like a stronger and more personal parallel to Jen's story compared to the Maise storyline from the previous arc. The switch in artist is also an improvement for the series as George Duarte gives stronger facial expressions in this emotionally driven issue. Hulk #7 continues to give Jen a powerful psychological narrative while also introducing a more personal villain - making this a great start for the series' second arc.

[Azrael]

From SHE-HULK to HULK Back to SHE-HULK Retroactively - We Explain

https://www.newsarama.com/35218-she-hulk-s-hulk-title-retroactively-renamed-she-hulk-before-legacy-wait-what.html

[Azrael]

Hulk is an unusual series in that the general premise and status quo are readily compelling, but the execution is falling increasingly short over time. I'm intrigued by the idea of Jen Walters shifting from happy-go-lucky superhero to trauma victim whose Hulk side now mirrors her inner pain. But the series is now eight issues deep, and there's still little sense of tangible progress being made. Hulk seems content to spin its wheels and fixate on an unremarkable conflict involving online cooking shows and a Mutant Growth Hormone-esque super-drug. The absence of Nico Leon remains a sticking point. Georges Duarte's art gets the job done, but his figure work can be annoyingly stiff and lifeless at times. The series has little sense of momentum at the momentum, and maybe it's just as well that it's getting relaunched and re-branded for Marvel Legacy in a few months. -Jesse

Final Score:

5.2/10

[Hermit]

Letto il #8
Questo secondo story arc mi sta piacendo un po' di meno, speriamo che si riprenda