James Hunt
I am an adult male human who makes a living by writing things down in such a way that they appear to be worth paying for. I used to work as a software developer for Yahoo!, but a man can only take so much computer programming before he goes mad, and that's pretty much what happened. When I woke up, I had somehow become a freelance writer, so I decided to stick with it and see where I ended up. And where I ended up is here.
As well being a reviewer for CBR, I've written for such media outlets as Film4, Wired UK and Comic Heroes Magazine - sometimes about comics, sometimes about other things, but always with the knowledge that even writing about the most boring subject is considerably more fun than actually working for a living. Just to prove I'm a well-rounded individual, my interests outside of comics include stand-up comedy, F1 racing and cosmology, and my favourite novelists are Douglas Coupland, Will Self and Chuck Palahniuk.
FIRST COMIC: Probably some random issue of "The Beano," but the first US comic I ever bought was "Weapon X" #3 (the 1995 "Age of Apocalypse" series).
FAVORITE CHARACTER: The X-Men (specifically Rogue, Gambit, Psylocke and Wolverine)
Articles By James Hunt
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Ross, Edwards Celebrate "Turf" Collection, Discuss Potential Adaptation
Thu, September 8th, 2011 | Category: Comic Books
Creators Jonathan Ross and Tommy Lee Edwards celebrated the hardcover collection of "Turf" at a signing in London where they teased a sequel, discussed the possibility of a movie adaptation and more.
The Marvel 500s: How Many Are There?
Tue, August 5th, 2008 | Category: Comic Books
"Uncanny X-Men" #500 is only the fifth Marvel comic to reach that auspicious issue number. CBR looks back on the publisher's history with re- numbering and re-launching to find out what other series have reached the milestone #500.
A Report from Bristol International Comics Expo
Mon, May 12th, 2008 | Category: Comic Books
While some American fans visited the Emerald City Comicon, CBR's James Hunt checked out England's Bristol Comics Expo, attending the Eagle Awards and checking in with Dave Gibbons, Vertigo and more.
Live at Kirby Plaza
Thu, April 17th, 2008 | Category: Comic Books
CBR's James Hunt was among those present last night as the London Institute of Contemporary Arts presented "Live at Kirby Plaza," a retrospective on Jack Kirby's career presented by a panel of renowned "Kirbyologists."
Wolverine & the X-Men #10
Mon, May 14th, 2012 | Category: Review
Cyclops drops by the Jean Grey school to have a chat with Wolverine in an "Avengers vs. X-Men" tie-in issue.
Avenging Spider-Man #7
Mon, May 14th, 2012 | Category: Review
Spider-Man and She-Hulk team up to fight an Egyptian Goddess.
Black Widow Strikes #1
Mon, May 7th, 2012 | Category: Review
A fan tracks down the Black Widow in a tie-in to the Marvel Cinematic Universe.
Exiled #1
Mon, May 7th, 2012 | Category: Review
The "New Mutants" and "Journey Into Mystery" crossover begins in "Exiled" #1 where the Disir escape Mephisto and the New Mutants meet their new neighbor.
Mind the Gap #1
Thu, May 3rd, 2012 | Category: Review
"Mind the Gap" #1 follows Ellis Peterssen as she is beaten into a coma and wakes up somewhere unexpected.
New Avengers #26
Mon, April 30th, 2012 | Category: Review
Master Yu Ti is visited by dreams of a cosmic firebird as "New Avengers" explores the relationship between K'un L'un and the Phoenix Force.
Secret Avengers #26
Mon, April 30th, 2012 | Category: Review
"AvX" takes over "Secret Avengers" as a special Avengers strike force attempts to intercept the Phoenix in space.
AVX: VS #1
Fri, April 27th, 2012 | Category: Review
Magneto takes on Iron Man and Namor battles the Thing in the first issue of "AvX: VS"
Mixtape #1
Mon, April 23rd, 2012 | Category: Review
Jim Abbot looks back on his high school years through the lens of his musical memories.
Reset #1
Mon, April 23rd, 2012 | Category: Review
Guy Krause takes part in an experiment that allows him to re-live his life.
Avengers Vs. X-Men #2
Thu, April 19th, 2012 | Category: Review
"Avengers Vs. X-Men" pretty much says it all.
Daredevil Season One
Mon, April 16th, 2012 | Category: Review
Matt Murdock is Daredevil, the man without fear, in this retelling of his early career.
Uncanny X-Men #10
Mon, April 16th, 2012 | Category: Review
The X-Men attack Unit, but things don't quite work out as planned.
America's Got Powers #1
Mon, April 16th, 2012 | Category: Review
Meet Tommy: the only kind on "America's Got Powers" who doesn't have any.
Thunderbolts #172
Mon, April 9th, 2012 | Category: Review
As their time-hopping adventure draws to a close, The Thunderbolts face The Thunderbolts!
Lenore #5
Mon, April 9th, 2012 | Category: Review
The Creepig continues to attack Lenore and her friends. Will they survive?
Avenging Spider-Man #5
Mon, April 2nd, 2012 | Category: Review
Spider-Man and Captain America fight the Serpent Society.
Avengers Vs. X-Men #0
Thu, March 29th, 2012 | Category: Review
"Avengers Vs. X-Men" #0 by Jason Aaron, Brian Michael Bendis and Frank Cho finally kicks off the most hotly-anticipated Marvel event this year.
Generation Hope #17
Mon, March 26th, 2012 | Category: Review
Zero's treachery stands revealed. Can the rest of the Gen Hope kids save themselves?
Kick Ass 2 #7
Mon, March 26th, 2012 | Category: Review
Dave and Mindy take on Red Mist's gang and not everyone makes it out.
