Timothy Callahan
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When Words Collide - 11/16
Mon, November 16th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
Reflecting on some of the major comic book events of the past decade, Tim discusses the good - and not-so-good - when it comes to Grant Morrison's popular yet controversial run as the writer of "New X-Men."
When Words Collide - 11/09
Mon, November 9th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
While organizing and sorting through his comic book collection, Tim unearths a rare comic-related artifact from decades ago and reminds us all that comic books and classrooms didn't always mix.
When Words Collide - 11/02
Mon, November 2nd, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
As promised last week, Tim takes on the comics of Warren Ellis, ranking the likes of "Stormwatch/The Authority," "Astonishing X-Men," "Global Frequency," and "Desolation Jones," in the Warren Ellis Top 10.
When Words Collide - 10/26
Mon, October 26th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
It seems as though every new Wednesday gives us yet another major Geoff Johns comic book, so this week Tim reflects back on the absolute best Geoff Johns comics of all time...and his list doesn't just stop at the Top 10 picks.
When Words Collide - 10/20
Tue, October 20th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
This week, Tim takes a good long look at the first volume of Alan Moore's "Absolute Promethea," talks about the collection's place in the Absolute pantheon, and revels in the astounding artwork of J. H. Williams III.
When Words Collide - 10/12
Mon, October 12th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
Tim revisits John Byrne's '80s Superman revamp and considers how the reimagining of an icon worked as a gateway to the DCU and what its legacy is today, after all the changes Byrne made seem to have been undone.
When Words Collide - 10/05
Mon, October 5th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
This week, Tim cracks open the immense, oversized collection by Frank Miller and Dave Gibbons, "The Life and Times of Martha Washington in the Twenty-First Century," and considers - among other things - the trouble with Martha.
When Words Collide - 9/28
Mon, September 28th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
Tim digs into his personal archive and unearths a piece of comic book journalism that hasn't yet been seen online. Ever wonder about how Apocalypse replaced the Owl? Or about Nightcrawler's peculiar parentage? Read on, true believer...
Splash Page: Wednesday Comics Week Twelve
Sun, September 27th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
After twelve weeks, "Wednesday Comics" comes to an end, and so does this version of the "Splash Page." Tim and Chad rank all twelve strips this week, and talk about the good, the bad, and the future.
When Words Collide - 9/21
Mon, September 21st, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
After a pondering the mysteries of the European graphic album in America, Tim takes a look at Jacques Tardi's "West Coast Blues" and finds out what it has to say about Marxism, crime fiction, and the aesthetic of disenfranchisement.
Splash Page: Wednesday Comics Week Eleven
Sun, September 20th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
Each week, comic pundits Timothy Callahan and Chad Nevett discuss the style and substance of DC's "Wednesday Comics." In their penultimate discussion, "Teen Titans" makes its mark and Sgt. Rock teaches Nick Fury a thing or two.
When Words Collide - 9/14
Mon, September 14th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
This week, Tim interviews Patrick Meaney about his new book on Grant Morrison's seminal series, "The Invisibles," and the two discuss how the title works and how it compares to something like Alan Moore's "Promethea."
Splash Page: Wednesday Comics Week Ten
Sun, September 13th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
Each week, comic pundits Timothy Callahan and Chad Nevett discuss the style and substance of DC's "Wednesday Comics." This week, Batman gets in a dogfight and the Flash continues to race ahead of the pack.
When Words Collide - 9/08
Tue, September 8th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
Sparked by the recent release of a book of interviews, this week Tim ponders the Q&A format while recalling the best interview books of the past, featuring the likes of Neil Gaiman, Frank Miller, Alan Moore, and many more.
Splash Page: Wednesday Comics Week Nine
Sun, September 6th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
Each week, comic pundits Timothy Callahan and Chad Nevett discuss the style and substance of DC's "Wednesday Comics." This week, it's all about Karl Kerschl's amazing "Flash" strip.
When Words Collide - 8/31
Mon, August 31st, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
Tim looks at the comic book landscape as it stands in late 2009 and identifies the Top 10 Ongoing Series right now. Punisher? Green Lantern? Uncanny X-Men? Scalped? Guess which series takes the top spot.
Splash Page: Wednesday Comics Week Eight
Sun, August 30th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
Each week, comic pundits Timothy Callahan and Chad Nevett discuss the style and substance of DC's "Wednesday Comics." This week, the discussion turns toward artistic experimentation, Joe Kubert, and James Joyce.
When Words Collide - 8/24
Mon, August 24th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
This week, Tim reviews the two debut titles from the Vertigo Crime line: Brian Azzarello's "Filthy Rich" and Ian Rankin's "Dark Entries" and discusses what the future might hold for this ambitious new DC imprint.
Splash Page: Wednesday Comics Week Seven
Sun, August 23rd, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
Each week, comic pundits Timothy Callahan and Chad Nevett discuss the style and substance of DC's "Wednesday Comics." Now that the series has hit its stride, the accolades flow in today's thrilling conversation.
When Words Collide - 8/17
Mon, August 17th, 2009 | Category: Comic Books
Tim takes on the experimental Miracleman work of Neil Gaiman and Mark Buckingham, wraps up his retrospective on the Marvelman character, and looks at what might have been and what might still happen.
Flash: Rebirth #5
Thu, November 19th, 2009 | Category: Review
While the story's a bit slowly paced for a tale about the Flash, this issue reveals something hugely significant.
Wolverine: Weapon X #7
Wed, November 18th, 2009 | Category: Review
In part two of the second "Weapon X" arc, things get even weirder, and more terrifying.
Spider-Woman #3
Tue, November 17th, 2009 | Category: Review
This works much better as an actual comic, particularly with Maleev's expressive color palette.
Punisher #11
Tue, November 17th, 2009 | Category: Review
The series takes a turn for the even-more-absurd and it totally works.
Dark Avengers #11
Tue, November 17th, 2009 | Category: Review
Norman Osborn and his crew are in serious trouble. "Secret Wars II"-level trouble.
Green Lantern Corps #42
Sun, November 15th, 2009 | Category: Review
The sound and the fury have started to become tedious, and a major plot event suffers because of it.
R.E.B.E.L.S. #11
Sun, November 15th, 2009 | Category: Review
Andy Clarke is one of the best artists working in superhero comics today. And while this isn't a great series, it's better than you might expect.
Realm of Kings Imperial Guard #1
Sun, November 15th, 2009 | Category: Review
Abnett and Lanning bring some action and characterization to Gladiator's Legion of Super-Guardians, and it looks nice too.
X-Men Forever #11
Thu, November 12th, 2009 | Category: Review
Cliches and a retro-classic feel, but there's something comforting in the storytelling.
The Amazing Spider-Man #611
Wed, November 11th, 2009 | Category: Review
The best "ASM" issue of the year, with Deadpool and Joe Kelly and Eric Canete and all that is good in the world.
S.W.O.R.D. #1
Wed, November 11th, 2009 | Category: Review
This not-so serious look at Agent Brand's space operation is better than its art would lead you to believe.
The Marvelous Land of Oz #1
Sun, November 8th, 2009 | Category: Review
Skottie Young's art brings this storybook adventure to life.
Stumptown #1
Sun, November 8th, 2009 | Category: Review
A strong start for this Portland-based "Big Sleep"-style crime story.
Lobo: Highway to Hell #1
Sat, November 7th, 2009 | Category: Review
Sam Keith's art has never looked so weak, and for seven bucks an issue, this story isn't worth your time or money.
Ultimate Comics Spider-Man #4
Sat, November 7th, 2009 | Category: Review
Lafuente draws a Spider-Man who is a blur of motion, and that feels exactly right.
The Mighty #10
Sat, November 7th, 2009 | Category: Review
The secret origin of Alpha One revealed. Spoiler: His evil is nothing new, and this comic is very good.
Sky Pirates of Neo Terra #2
Wed, November 4th, 2009 | Category: Review
This charming series may be a video game tie-in, but that doesn't make it any less delightful.
Fantastic Four #572
Sat, October 31st, 2009 | Category: Review
Hickman exorcises the Reed Richards-centric focus by focusing on a Reed Richards-centric story. And it works!
Ambush Bug: Year None #7
Sat, October 31st, 2009 | Category: Review
Issue #7 in this 6-part series is a disjointed disappointment.
Thunderbolts #137
Tue, October 20th, 2009 | Category: Review
Rick Remender doesn't get off to a great start here, and the art by Mahmud Asrar doesn't help.
