Saturday, September 22, 2012

Graphic Novel Review of WE3 by Grant Morrison


 
Synopsis: "WE3 tells the unforgettable story of three innocent pets -- a dog, a cat and a rabbit -- who have been converted into deadly cyborgs by a sinister military weapons program. With nervous systems amplified to match their terrifying mechanical exoskeletons, the members of Animal Weapon 3 have the firepower of a battalion between them. But they are just the programs prototypes and, now that their testing is complete, they're slated to be permanently decommissioned" until they seize their one chance to make a desperate run for freedom! Relentlessly pursued by their makers, the WE3 team must navigate a frightening and confusing world where their instincts and heightened abilities make them as much a threat as those hunting them, but a world, nonetheless, in which there is something called Home. Action-packed and heart-wrenching, WE3 is a new high mark from two of comics greatest talents."


My Review: Graphic Novels usually aren't my thing but this one was suggested by a good friend of mine (who also got me into the Song of Fire & Ice books). I was very pleasantly surprised, WE3 was not only touching but also made you think. I loved the connection between the animals. Grant Morrison also did a great job of highlighting the dark side of some people but also a little bit of the good. It is amazing how much was crammed into just a short graphic novel. I think The Onion stated it best "Creepily Touching" because that it was, very touching but creepy. I will say though that it is definitely not meant for a younger audience, I was kind of surprised at the graphic nature of some of the images.


4 comments:

  1. That cover looks so cool. And the premise is intriguing! I may have to look into this one sometime. :)

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    1. I really wasn't expecting to enjoy a graphic novel as much as I did with WE3! I really can't wait to get more.

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  2. The cover alone is kinda creepy. If I could get into graphic novels better I might give it a go just to see what it's about but I struggle with them. :(

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    1. The whole story is a little creepy and the artwork is very creepy and graphic but fits the storyline. I never use to like graphic novels but after this one I think I will definitely give them another shot!

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