A few that caught my eye this week... Alien #3 - cover art by Bjorn Barends Action Comics #1049 - cover art by Nathan Szerdy Dark Crisis: The Dark Army #1 - cover art by Taj Tenfold Superman: The Space Age #3 - cover art by Joe Quinones Stuff of Nightmares #3 - cover art…
November 22, 2022: Further Horrors to Contemplate!
Allegoria (2021) A group of artists' lives become unwittingly entangled as their obsessions and insecurities manifest monsters, demons, and death. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Rr7HDOylxZU&t=17s My thoughts: A collection of horror vignettes that skips over character, exposition, and plot and goes straight for the scares - and some surprising reflections on the nature of art. 3/5 A Dark Song…
November 21, 2022: Your Handy Guide to Weird Yokai!
When a bear reaches a certain age, it may turn into a Onikuma, a "demon bear". Possessed of increased strength and the ability to walk upright, it may stroll onto farms and make off with cows and horses that it will bring back up to its home in the mountains for later snacking. *** A…
November 20, 2022: Suji Sunday!
Coming to get those kisses! Feeling bleh. Photo op. Loves her apples slices! Christmas-ready!
November 19, 2022: Under the Weather!
It started yesterday afternoon with a little nausea, a little fatigue. My muscles were sore and I dismissed the symptoms as the result of having had to wake up in the middle of the night the previous night to deal with a Suji bathroom emergency. That and my wife's insistence on doing these Japanese posture…
November 18, 2022: With Special Guest Star Anthony Lemke!
A few days ago, actor Anthony Lemke (Dark Matter's THREE) reached out to me via text. He's been in town shooting Hardy Boys and wanted to get together for dinner. I was , of course, delighted at the suggestion and asked him what he felt like eating figuring I could choose from myriad restaurants that…
November 17, 2022: The Horror Marathon continues with Byzantium, The Lighthouse, Ankle Biters and Gummy-based Roast Beef Sauce!
Byzantium (2012) Residents of a coastal town learn, with deathly consequences, the secret shared by the two mysterious women who have sought shelter at a local resort. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MEAGYNhAlSQ My thoughts: An elegant, at times lethargic vampire film that doesn’t really add much to the genre but does look undeniably beautiful not doing it. 3/5 The…
November 16, 2022: Amazing Covers!
Captain America and the Winter Soldier Special #1 - cover art by Alex Maleev Alliances - cover art by Bill Sienkiewitz Batman: One Bad Day - Mr. Freeze #1 - cover art by Matteo Scalera Batman: One Bad Day - Mr. Freeze #1 - cover art byGiuseppe Camuncoli, Arif Prianto Dark Crisis Worlds: Without a…
November 15, 2022: Things on my plate! And goodies from the Stargate vault!
Added a couple of new projects to the rotation including a small town thriller that may or may not pan out but is all sorts of interesting. Offered my take on the material and am now awaiting word. In the meantime, delivered the first draft of that android murder master and have switched gears to…
November 14, 2022: Your Handy Guide to Weird Yokai!
You spot a figure lurking behind your shoji, but when you slide open the door, there is no one there. Chances are you have just encountered a Kage Onna (Shadow Woman) and that your house may be haunted. Art by @matthewmeyerart The Iso Onna appears as a beautiful woman with long dark hair, usually found…
November 13, 2022: Suji Sunday!
Fall weather Flower viewing Close-up flower viewing at home Physio Coffee with mom Suji has been a little more vocal of late. Maybe due to her failing eyesight, she doesn't like us to stray - especially not as far as the next room. So, to reassure her, I'll pick her up and walk her around…
November 12, 2022: White Truffle Supper Club!
Last night, I attended the White Truffle Supper Club dinner overseen by Chef Massimo Bruno. I was tipped off by my foodie friend Natalie and, in turn, tipped off my food friend Dr. Blackjack. The three of us, along with Natalie's father, enjoyed an evening of truffle-themed plates... The home made focaccia (not pictured). Akemi…
November 11, 2022: The Horror Marathon continues with Bliss, Prevenge, The Devil’s Candy, Satan’s Slaves: Communion, and Lemon KitKats!
Bliss (2019) A brilliant painter facing the worst creative block of her life turns to anything she can to complete her masterpiece, spiraling into a hallucinatory hellscape of drugs, sex and murder in the sleazy underbelly of Los Angeles. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CleRVy6mZf8 My thoughts: Like getting super high and then having someone scream at your for an…
November 10, 2022: Your Handy Guide to Weird Yokai!
Before entering the underworld, souls are met by the Datsue-ba, an elderly woman who strips off their clothes. Those who attempt to avoid this indignity by showing up naked have their skin stripped off instead. Thieves will also have their fingers broken for good measure. The sea-dwelling Umi Bozu are so large that only their…
November, 9, 2022: Amazing Covers!
A few that caught my eye this week... Batman Incorporated #2 - cover art by Jorge Molina Batman Vs. Robin #3 - cover art by Alex Maleev Batman: Urban Legends #21 - cover art by Jorge Fornes The Death of Superman: 30th Anniversary Special #1 - cover art by Ivan Reis, Danny Miki Fantastic Four…