tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post1988025182513019569..comments2024-03-28T19:38:22.171+00:00Comments on Steve Does Comics: 2000 AD - February 1982.Steve W.http://www.blogger.com/profile/09191442559702617745noreply@blogger.comBlogger38125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-66113488498816609892020-03-26T18:02:49.160+00:002020-03-26T18:02:49.160+00:00On the subject of comics (I can do that), and Aste...On the subject of comics (I can do that), and Asterix in particular, the mighty Albert Uderzo passed away a couple of days ago.<br /><br />As for a run of in-depth stories - allowing for differences in format, theres Dave Sim's Cerebus books.<br />Mind you, they were Canadian...<br /><br />-seanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-37046716993599564442020-03-26T17:27:31.281+00:002020-03-26T17:27:31.281+00:00Come to think of it, Charlie's idea does have ...Come to think of it, Charlie's idea does have potential. If he bought <i>Amazing Spider-Man</i> #1 for $100,000, I'd get $10,000. If I gave him half of that, he'd have got the comic for $95,000 and I'd get $5,000 for doing nothing.<br /><br />As for the Asterix and Tintin thing, nothing immediately comes to mind.Steve W.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09191442559702617745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-29993095452932620982020-03-26T17:01:42.035+00:002020-03-26T17:01:42.035+00:00Sean! I admire your persistence!
But if you th...Sean! I admire your persistence! <br /><br />But if you think I'm going to say that our Prez Bonespur who, along with his thoroughly pro-life, Republican troglodytes are floating the idea that "it would be patriotic if the old and sick died from C19 so that the economy keeps humming" is thoroughly disgusting... it ain't gonna happen! Pro-life indeed! <br /><br />This is a comic book blog! I ain't goin there! <br /><br />Hey - can you think of anything in US comics or UK comics like Asterix or Tintin? A one-off run of 20 - 30 in-depth stories with the one/pair of creators doing the entire run?<br /><br />Charlie Horse 47https://www.blogger.com/profile/00906538705798228800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-8208361202615006222020-03-26T16:25:27.581+00:002020-03-26T16:25:27.581+00:00Brilliant Charlie - how can you possibly lose out?...Brilliant Charlie - how can you possibly lose out?<br />I can only assume your sharp business sense comes from closely studying The Art Of The Deal...<br /><br />-seanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-90973746852881908852020-03-26T14:02:46.795+00:002020-03-26T14:02:46.795+00:00Steve-um! That Amazon DVD for Return of the Swamp...Steve-um! That Amazon DVD for Return of the Swamp Thing is $907 now! What do you say I buy it and then me and you split your commission? <br /><br />Although, given the age of your readership, I suspect you would make more aligning with nose hair and ear wax removers... :( Charlie Horse 47https://www.blogger.com/profile/00906538705798228800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-42117014665308221712020-03-26T09:59:14.926+00:002020-03-26T09:59:14.926+00:00A challenging year... and its still only late Marc...A challenging year... and its still only late March!<br /><br />-seanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-55497603488937208222020-03-25T21:19:06.151+00:002020-03-25T21:19:06.151+00:00Thanks Sean, and likewise to you and everyone here...Thanks Sean, and likewise to you and everyone here.<br /><br />Yes, it certainly has been a challenging year in Oz.<br /><br />DWAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-68471056600584679752020-03-25T16:21:18.720+00:002020-03-25T16:21:18.720+00:00And thank you all, for all your thanks. :)
Charli...And thank you all, for all your thanks. :)<br /><br />Charlie, I shall get over there and comment, fifthwith.Steve W.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09191442559702617745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-8250029917204824632020-03-25T15:00:58.994+00:002020-03-25T15:00:58.994+00:00Sean - you are pretty funny!
Hey - UK guys! We ...Sean - you are pretty funny! <br /><br />Hey - UK guys! We need your input at BackintheBronzeAge.blogspot.com! Yesterday's subject has morphed to the UK authors! Who better than you to opine?<br /><br />On the Corona side, the best thing going is that Trump and his troglodytes are now saying "The cure is worse than the disease and that old people should consider sacrificing themselves so that the young can go back to work and save the economy." Gotta love it! Charlie Horse 47https://www.blogger.com/profile/00906538705798228800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-52792423370041659132020-03-25T14:37:48.932+00:002020-03-25T14:37:48.932+00:00No doubt everyone here was relieved to find out Pr...No doubt everyone here was relieved to find out Prince Charles isn't showing serious symptoms. Seemed odd that he had a test anyway, even though doctors at risk every day who suddenly develop a cough or sore throat can't get them, let alone anyone else.<br />But apparently there were "clinical reasons"...<br />You might think that sounds petty and mean Charlie, but the UK isn't like America where I hear anyone who wants one of the beautiful tests you have for the hoax can get one, and everything will likely be back to normal by easter.<br /><br />Hmmm, my decision to stick to only commenting on the comics here didn't last long. Oh well, never mind.<br /><br />DW, hope you're doing ok - it must seem particularly insane over there with this virus business following on so soon from the fires... <br /><br />-seanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-16107446434758834172020-03-25T12:42:08.380+00:002020-03-25T12:42:08.380+00:00Steve, I too want to echo Sean and DW for your eff...Steve, I too want to echo Sean and DW for your efforts. Frankly, riding out this corona thing is kind of boring and I enjoy reading your writing and the comments. They provide a much needed bit of enjoyment and levity during the day!<br /><br />Also, on behalf of the United States of America, Charlie wants you to know that your Prince Charles is in our thoughts and prayers as he confronts the challenges of having a case of the C-19.Charlie Horse 47https://www.blogger.com/profile/00906538705798228800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-31595804044680706982020-03-25T06:58:17.619+00:002020-03-25T06:58:17.619+00:00Whilst also thanking Steve for his continued effor...Whilst also thanking Steve for his continued efforts, I second any feature on the Moore/David Captain Britain era Marvel UK, perhaps in parallel with Warrior and 200AD. I rather like the randomness of 38 years and one month time lapse. I think most of us had probably abandoned most of the Marvel UK output at the time currently being reviewed but will have a bit to say about the 82 to 84 era.<br /><br />DW Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-15958700137866029702020-03-24T23:56:49.628+00:002020-03-24T23:56:49.628+00:00PS Oops, meant to add a note of thanks there - you...PS Oops, meant to add a note of thanks there - your efforts are appreciated Steve. <br /><br />-seanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-49277262459910010602020-03-24T23:50:23.348+00:002020-03-24T23:50:23.348+00:00Well, at least you don't have to worry about t...Well, at least you don't have to worry about the 90s for quite a while yet, Steve (;<br /><br />Fwiw, I think you did the right thing covering the SezDez era - its been entertaining! - and if you're up for it I hope you'll at least continue through to the Moore/Davis Captain Brexit revival...<br /><br />-seanAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-20688636772979272462020-03-24T22:00:09.983+00:002020-03-24T22:00:09.983+00:00Thanks for the link, Sean. I hadn't seen that ...Thanks for the link, Sean. I hadn't seen that post before. <br /><br />It's seeing all those zillions of 1980s books that reminds me just why my original plan was to abandon the feature once we hit the SezDez Revolution.Steve W.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09191442559702617745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-55073225955371095292020-03-24T21:09:29.174+00:002020-03-24T21:09:29.174+00:00Oh, it must be the fortieth anniversary of the fir...Oh, it must be the fortieth anniversary of the first Marvel UK Pocket Books next month. Good luck with that Steve.<br />There were quite a few other short lived titles started up in 1980 - Valour, Future Tense, stuff like that which no-one read - but it seems most of them came later in the year.<br /><br />On the off chance you haven't already seen it maybe you'll find this helpful -<br />https://michaelowencarroll.wordpress.com/2019/02/18/marvel-uk-70s-80s-leftovers-timeline/<br />No specials or one-offs, but otherwise along with the MWOM/Spidey timeline it seems like a fairly reliable overview.<br />(Uh-oh - looks like the Chillers pocket book should have appeared in your Marvel UK feature at the start of this month. Still, if you're quick, you can squeeze it in this Thursday and no-one will notice; if you don't tell, I won't...)<br /><br />-sean<br />Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-62209776029134137662020-03-24T17:11:46.930+00:002020-03-24T17:11:46.930+00:00There was nothing boring about that comment, Sean....There was nothing boring about that comment, Sean.<br /><br />It did, however, fill me with dread, as it reminded me that, next month, I have to add a whole bunch of new Marvel UK mags to the roster - and getting reliable dates for when any of them came out is nigh-on impossible. I fear a comics cataclysm is coming for me.<br /><br />MP, I still haven't seen <i>Tron</i> all the way through, even after all these years.Steve W.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09191442559702617745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-88439833158418510542020-03-24T14:04:35.518+00:002020-03-24T14:04:35.518+00:00Apologies in advance for a boring comment about th...Apologies in advance for a boring comment about the comics Steve.<br />The bonehead on the front cover of prog 252 is Torquemada without the helmet, inquisition/nazi regalia and - more to the point perhaps - drawn by Spanish artist Jesus Redondo. <br />For all that he did good work - notably on Return to Armageddon - but wasn't suited to fill in for the brilliant Kevin O'Neill on Nemesis (a tall order for any artist really).<br /><br />This was a bit of a weird period for the progs, as the fairly continual upward curve of quality since the beginning flatlined somewhat... we might be seeing the start of a regular problem for Tharg, as Brian Bolland and then Dave Gibbons began working for DC comics later in the year.<br /><br />On the plus side though, Alan Moore's work started to appear more regularly, with a fair few Future Shocks in these issues.<br />His first series began with the debut issue of SezDez' Warrior mag in March '82; thats not 2000AD (obviously) but it seems relevant, and may be worth covering in this feature next month.<br />Erm... not that I'm trying to tell you how to write your blog or anything...<br /><br />-sean Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-1045518293812463942020-03-24T02:09:06.050+00:002020-03-24T02:09:06.050+00:00Spring is sprung
The grass is riz
I wonders where ...Spring is sprung<br />The grass is riz<br />I wonders where the flowers is.<br /><br />M.P.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-5406902219215239242020-03-24T00:39:55.891+00:002020-03-24T00:39:55.891+00:00My brother and I saw Tron in the theater!
We'r...My brother and I saw Tron in the theater!<br />We're among the twenty-odd people who did.<br /><br />That spawned a decent arcade game, I must say. Ah, the Eighties. <br /><br />M.P.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-25958290486867973622020-03-23T23:31:48.198+00:002020-03-23T23:31:48.198+00:00It's weird because I remember it getting a lot...It's weird because I remember it getting a lot of media coverage at the time, so I assumed it was a successful film.Steve W.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09191442559702617745noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-13269558724889022642020-03-23T23:20:25.147+00:002020-03-23T23:20:25.147+00:00I was the only one in the theater.I was the only one in the theater.Killdumpsterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05040770327347643806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-14984781045411788042020-03-23T23:17:01.400+00:002020-03-23T23:17:01.400+00:00I actually went to an theatre to see Quest For Fir...I actually went to an theatre to see Quest For Fire, on its original run.<br /><br />Stayed for the whole film.<br /><br />That could probably be interpreted as a sign of insanity.Killdumpsterhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05040770327347643806noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-52448149887013650592020-03-23T21:50:14.446+00:002020-03-23T21:50:14.446+00:00Steve - if they want you to wire $10,000 to get so...Steve - if they want you to wire $10,000 to get someone out of jail in Nigeria who has like $14,000,000 in a French bank account that they'll share with you, let me know. I'll gladly put in 50%! Charlie Horse 47https://www.blogger.com/profile/00906538705798228800noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6263300365798803459.post-46963455478831055072020-03-23T21:28:59.551+00:002020-03-23T21:28:59.551+00:00Dangermash, I'm sure she'll love you think...Dangermash, I'm sure she'll love you thinking she's my mother. :)<br /><br />Mystery anonymous person, I've sent you an email. I'm currently suffering from an eccentric phone that doesn't always let people talk to me. Hopefully, I've fixed it now.Steve W.https://www.blogger.com/profile/09191442559702617745noreply@blogger.com