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Dan DiDio, Jim Lee Address "Before Watchmen" Controversies

DC Comics co-publishers Dan DiDio and Jim Lee discuss the controversies surrounding "Before Watchmen," directly addressing Alan Moore's issues with the publisher, Chris Roberson's public statements and more.

REVIEW: "Supreme" #63

Greg McElhatton gives "Supreme" #63 4 stars saying the issue by Alan Moore with art by Erik Larsen "a pleasant epilogue to Moore's 'Supreme' run, even as it serves up an excellent cliffhanger for Larsen to move forward."

EXCLUSIVE PREVIEW: Alan Moore's "Supreme" #63

Image Comics has provided CBR with an exclusive preview of Alan Moore's "Supreme" #63 featuring art by Erik Larsen and Cory Hamscher. Moore's finale issue of the series hit April 4!

The Line It Is Drawn - After "Watchmen"

Our artists draw your suggestions of wild and bizarre ideas for stories that could possibly follow "Watchmen" #12. Like, say, the Reign of the Rorschachs? Or Nite Owl and Silk Spectre: the talk show? All this and more!

Alan Moore Elaborates His Stance on "Before Watchmen"

"Watchmen" creator Alan Moore elaborates his negative opinion of DC's upcoming "Before Watchmen" prequel, calling the endeavor "desperate" and his original contract "creator-hostile."

JMS Addresses "Before Watchmen," "Babylon 5" Comparisons

Addressing one of the reactions to his involvement in DC Comics’ "Before Watchmen" project, J. Michael Straczynski has tackled the question, "How would you feel if Babylon 5 was being done without your permission?"

In Defense of "Before Watchmen"

In the wake of DC Comics' big announcement, Brett White takes on the unenviable job of defending and rationalizing "Before Watchmen," the polarizing prequels to Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons' comics masterpiece.

Revisiting Alan Moore's Official "Watchmen" Prequel

Prior to the creation of "Before Watchmen," Alan Moore laid out the official history of the Minutemen. Tim Callahan discussed the in-continuity "Watchmen" RPG in this classic WHEN WORDS COLLIDE."

Adam Hughes Weighs In On "Before Watchmen: Dr. Manhattan"

In a post on his personal blog, artist Adam Hughes expounds on his excitement to be working on DC Comics' "Watchmen" prequel miniseries featuring Dr. Manhattan.

POLL: How Do You Feel About "Before Watchmen?"

Now that you've read all about "Before Watchmen," what are your feelings on DC Comics moving forward with the franchise without Alan Moore and/or Dave Gibbons involvement?

DC Releases All Eight "Before Watchmen" Covers

DC Comics has released hi-resolution images of all eight "Before Watchmen" covers, and ROBOT 6 has the full gallery for your Rorschach, Silk Spectre and Ozymandias viewing pleasure.

POLL: Which "Before Watchmen" Series Are YOU Most Excited About?

The word is out, now it's time for the fans to weigh in! Which of DC Comics' announced "Before Watchmen" series are you most looking forward to?

"Before Watchmen" Creators on Bold Moves, Alan Moore & More

In the wake of DC Comics' "Before Watchmen" announcement, ROBOT 6's Kevin Melrose has a round-up of quotes from various creators involved in the prequels, from Brian Azzarello to Darwyn Cooke and more.

EXCLUSIVE: JMS Talks "Before Watchmen: Dr. Manhattan"

In an exclusive first interview, J. Michael Straczynski tells CBR why "Before Watchmen" is a good idea with or without Alan Moore and how he views Dr. Manhattan. Plus, a first look at Adam Hughes' art for the project.

DC Comics To Publish "Before Watchmen" Prequels

Brian Azzarello, J. Michael Straczynski, original "Watchmen" editor Len Wein and colorist John Higgins and more team to tell more stories from the world of Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons 1986 classic. UPDATED with Moore's reaction.

Pipeline - 1/31/2012

Augie opens up the new "John Romita's The Amazing Spider-Man" and talks of is newfound appreciation for the art at large size.  Also, Alan Moore did a funny "Spawn" spin-off once that's worth a second look

Erik Larsen on "Savage Dragon," "Supreme" & More

The Savage Dragon creator discusses his epic creator-owned book, drawing Alan Moore scripts, the #200 issue of "Savage Dragon and the status of digital comics.

Comic Book Legends Revealed - Rorschach, Batman & Hamlet

This week, learn the amazing story of what comic book character Alan Moore used as the basis for Rorschach's speech patterns! Plus, did DC almost do a Batman comic adapting "Hamlet?" Find out today!

When Words Collide - 1/2/2012

Tim kicks off the new year with a new feature called "Before They Were Famous," putting the spotlight on 'The Saga of the Swamp Thing' #19 in a way you might not expect. Alan Moore may or may not be mentioned.

Comics A.M. - Alan Moore Responds to Frank Miller's Occupy Remarks

Alan Moore reacts to Frank Miller's recent remarks about Occupy movement! A report from Brooklyn Comics and Graphics Festival! Kieron Gillen talks Kickstarter and Indie Go Go! Plus much more!

Comics A.M. - $12,000 Spider-Man Comic Found in Attic

Man finds $12,000 copy of "Amazing Fantasy" #15 in attic! Looking at 50 years of "Fantastic Four"! Alan Moore on his friendship with Harvey Pekar! Pulitzer Prize winner Mike Keefe accepts buyout! Plus more!

Comic Studies: Metafiction meets Autobiography

With the end of the semester in sight, Laura Sneddon returns to discuss her latest class assignment, reading the metafictional, autobiographical work of Eddie Campbell and Alan Moore in "The Birth Caul" and "Alec."

Comics A.M. - DC Comics Named One of America's Hottest Brands

Advertising Age names DC among America's Hottest Brands! "Spider-Man: Turn Off the Dark" now expected to turn a profit on Broadway! Alan Moore on the use of Guy Fawkes masks in protests! Plus much more!

Comics A.M. - The Case Against, and For, Sales Estimates

The problems with, and need for, comics-sales analysis! "Habibi" among finalists for Prix De La Critique! Creators sell art to benefit sick child! Interviews with Alan Moore and Eduardo Risso! Plus more!

Digital Comic Resources -Marvel Season One, Alan Moore & More

This week in digital comics, Marvel ups the download ante with Season One, Top Shelf takes Alan Moore and the "League of Extraordinary Gentlemen" digital, Viz's "Shonen Jump" leaps into the future and more!

Comic Book Legends Revealed - Captain Britain, Steve Gerber & More

In this week's CBLR, learn the amazing story of how Alan Moore decided to let Marvel reprint his Captain Britain stories! Plus, legends involving Captain America, a showgirl and an ostrich!

Comic Studies: Frank Quitely on "Multiversity," We3," Alan Moore & More

Frank Quitely spoke at Laura Sneddon's Comic Studies course, bringing with him insight into the artistic process, anecdotes from his career and art from and commentary on his chapter of Grant Morrison's "Multiversity."

EXCLUSIVE: Barnes & Noble Fills DC Comics Hole with 2000 AD Alan Moore Titles

2000 AD/Rebellion has told CBR exclusively it has struck a deal with Barnes and Noble to fill the Alan Moore-sized hole left when the bookseller pulled DC Comics' Amazon digital-exclusive titles from its shelves.

NYCC: The Resurrection of Extreme Studios

Announced today at NYCC, Rob Liefeld's Extreme Studios returns to Image Comics with new issues of "Youngblood," "Prophet," "Glory" and never before published Alan Moore "Supreme" stories.

Where The Hell Am I - 10/5/2011

Jason Aaron knows exactly Where the Hell he is as the writer discusses his recent trip to Avilés to attend a one-of-a-kind comics festival, drink and eat with fans and chat with Alan Moore's wife, Melinda Gebbie.

CBR TV @ CCI: Dave Gibbons on "Watchmen," "Treatment" & More

Legendary creator Dave Gibbons spoke with CBR TV about his new comic work on "Treatment," his feelings on whether the "Watchmen" characters should interact with DC Comics' 52 Universes and much more.

When Words Collide - 8/1/2011

Tim takes a look at a few attempts to reclaim the past, from DC's Retroactive line to the latest installment of Alan Moore and Kevin O'Neill's "League of Extraordinary Gentlemen" series.

CCI: Watching the Men Behind "Watchmen"

Celebrating twenty-five years of "Watchmen," artist Dave Gibbons, colorist John Higgins and editor Len Wein looked back on the seminal work at Comic-Con International.

Shelf Life - 6/16/2011

Ron Marz asks - and answers - the age-old comics question regarding the importance of story and art, using Gibbons, Williiams and Kirby to prove that the two should work hand in hand.

C2E2: Avatar Press Panel

Avatar Press announced a new "War Goddess" series and "Gravel" ongoing while fielding a Q&A session that addressed everything from Alan Moore's "Neonomicon" to Garth Ennis and Jamie Delano on new issues of "Crossed."

Comic Book Legends Revealed!

This week, learn the origin of how Alan Moore and Alan Davis came to work together on Captain Britain! Did Warren Ellis re-work an Excalibur story for an X-Men mini-series? Plus, Alan Moore's connection to... BJ and the Bear?

Comic Book Legends Revealed! #300, Part 3

In the conclusion to our three-day 300th CBLR celebration, we look at how Alan Moore inadvertently yet dramatically changed the world of the X-Men forever! Plus, legends about Frank Quitely and Jack "The King" Kirby!

Where The Hell Am I - 1/5/2011

Jason Aaron rings in the new year with good wishes for friends and fans and a message for Alan Moore in response to the legendary writer's comments last year about the state of comics and talent level of modern creators.

CBR's Top News Stories Of 2010

As the clock ticks down on 2010, CBR ranks the top ten stories that had readers, retailers and creators buzzing from the past 12 months from DC's restructuring to the advent of a major legal digital marketplace and more!

When Words Collide - 9/27/2010

In light of last week's news about the shuttering of Wildstorm, Tim takes a look back at all the goodness from the DC Comics imprint from over the years and lists the Twenty Best Wildstorm Comics of All Time.

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