"Around The WORLD IN 60 SECONDS" issue #2

Are you in the mood for some lobster? I'm not, I don't eat fish. But I am in the mood for some LOBSTER JOHNSON! Mike Mignola (the creator of Hellboy and B.P.R.D.) has now set in motion the Lobster Johnson mini-series that detail his adventures of fighting the Nazis. There are currently two issues out (I do believe only five will be released for now) for this so far amazing story arch "The Iron Prometheus". For any readers of Hellboy or B.P.R.D. we've only had glimpses of this amazing character. So for my first review I absolutely give two thumbs up to this new series that not only gives more depth to the character, but the world that Mike Mignola is so trying to expand this coming year. On a side note of L.J. director of both Hellboy and Hellboy: The Golden Army did not include L.J. in the second (soon to be released) film as was Mignola's wish, but does plan to include him in the third film rumored to be played by BRUCE CAMPBELL!!!
The second comic under review is a one-off story line from The Authority comic book written by John Ridley called "Human On The Inside" which in a contained and rather short fashion moves quickly, well written (in its dialogue and use of the characters), but also the art. And I just love it when it's an awesome super team up against the evil depicted U.S. government. It is definitely worth a read if you are familiar with The Authority (which you should be).

well I've written enough for this week. Again, if you have anything you want me to read - I will. Tell me, and it would also be nice to know what you think of my reviews.
feel free to e-mail me @: arhartman@gmail.com

"AROUND THE WORLD IN 60 SECONDS" issue #1

Hello PFOH's readers,
My name is Austin Hartman (formerly of Sex In the Break Room) and I read a lot of comic books, so many I spend on average one hundred dollars a week on buying new ones. Yes, I am broke and can only do this because I split rent with someone. But you are probably wondering why I am talking about comic books on PFOH, well its because I am the new comic book reviewer/updater. So, in my first issue of "Around The World In 60 Seconds" I would like to tell you about myself and where I am coming from with my reviews. I make movies, my greatest dream in life is to be able to breath under water, and I look for good sexual, gender, and class politics on comics (also I am addicted to collecting things: action figures, comics, buttons, etc). My favorite comic book writers are: Grant Morrison, Warren Ellis, Mark Millar, Garth Ennis, and Brian Wood. Before I give you this weeks review and update, here is a lot of some of my favorite comics (lists are in no specific order):
TOP 5 Comics (series):
1) Preacher
2) 100 Bullets
3) The Authority
4) Invisibles
5) B.P.R.D.

TOP 5 Comic (single TPB*)
1) Black Dossier
2) Watchmen
3) Batman: Arkham Asylum
4) Filth
5) WE3

...and the x-men is what I grew up on.
So, onto the reviews:
Today I just finished Mark Millars one-off side story about The Authority's original leader Jenny Sparks in "Jenny Sparks: The Secret History of the Authority", and for me, and any other Authority fan, answers all your questions about how it all got started (without reading "Storm Watch"). Secondly, I also just finished Grant Morrison's "Seabstian O", which for how short it is conveys amazing politics, especially sexual politics. Lastly, I also read Michael Avon Oeming's "Cross Bronx", which as many know he is the penciler from the awesome Brian Michael Bendis "Powers" series - and that is where I think he should stay, as a penciler. In "Cross Bronx", the art was good, but in my opinion Oeming should focus on that field.

Take this first issue and a trial run, look at my top lists, and for those who aren't comic book readers maybe start there. Yes, I am a bit of a comic book prude, but over all a friendly hipster GEEK. Keep in mind these are my opinions and you sure as fuck don't have to agree. But if you say word one hating on Warren Ellis or Grant Morrison you might receive a super sonic blast to the face (not really). I would love for your feedback - your opinion on things I've reviewed, things I should read and review, or just how cool I am.

Well thanks for letting my post Issue #1, stay tuned and well read for next week (I am trying to figure out a solid day, Mon. or Wed., to post my weekly review.).

AND REMEMBER BUY ALL YOUR COMIC BOOKS FROM COMICOPOLIS. Team J-Roy rocks my socks off (and if you're reading please HIRE ME!).

cheers,
Austin

p.s. the reviews will get better as we get more serial with it. This first issue is way to long (and I'm a bit tipsy). Also, thank you to PFOH for letting me contribute.