Reviews, ruminations, and (occasional) ramblings.
G.I. Joe #25 (July 1984) – “Zartan” – Larry Hama/Frank Springer/Mike Gustovich
This one starts with a squad of Joes taking Storm Shadow (who was captured last issue while he helped Cobra Commander escape Joe custody) to Alcatraz Prison. Storm Shadow doesn’t seem bothered about being taken to an inescapable prison and assumes he’ll be breaking out right away. Continue reading “G.I. Joe Reviews: G.I. Joe 25, G.I. Joe 26”
Out on a Limb – Director: Ruba Nadda/Writer: Carol Hay
This one starts with a couple of very attractive women dancing on the roof of the Tiptop Club. It’s a publicity stunt put on by the club’s owner Jake Irwin, a New Yorker who’s brought some of his money north. Later, we see the two dancers talking on the roof and one of them (Josie Timmins) seems rather upset about something. Her friend tries to cheer her up, but it apparently doesn’t work because the next morning Josie’s body is found on the street in front of the club. Continue reading “Frankie Drake Mysteries Reviews: Season 3, Episode 7”
Conan the Barbarian #25 – “The Mirrors of Kharam-Akkad” – Roy Thomas/John Buscema/Sal Buscema, John Severin
This one starts in the besieged city of Makkalet, with the wizard Kharam-Akkad looking into his magic mirror again and freaking out over what he sees. We don’t get to share his vision but it must involve Conan, since Kharam-Akkad sends the guard captain (Chumballa Bey) to find the Cimmerian, knowing through his magical art that Conan is close by. Continue reading “Conan Reviews: Conan the Barbarian 25, Conan the Barbarian 26”