Mohamed Malla Comic Reviews

Absolute Batman #1 is an audacious take on 85 years of the Caped Crusader's history that feels familiar while also housing a myriad of new and clever takes on classic characters.

Absolute Batman #6 is an action-packed, emotional conclusion to the book's incredible first arc that couldn't have done a better job at introducing to us a new Batman.

Absolute Batman #7 is a shift from the typical action of the book to tell a horror story, with a fantastic reinvention of Mr. Freeze.

Absolute Batman #9 is the perfect character introduction that is absolutely horrifying with a heartfelt story of friendship and the lengths you'll go for it tucked away inside.

Absolute Batman #10 is one of this team's best and biggest issues so far, with every creator involved pulling out the stops to make Absolute Bane the most terrifying that he can be.

Absolute Batman #14 is a pulse-pounding, thrilling, non-stop cage match between Batman and Bane that this team knocks out the park in every aspect, leaving no breathing room for this stunning finale.

Absolute Batman #16 is a fun crossover between two new and loved characters, featuring this book's creative team's take on Absolute Wonder Woman.

Absolute Batman Annual #1 features three heartfelt, beautifully drawn short stories, each letting us spend a little more time with not only this new Batman, but with this new Gotham as well.

Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 is an innovative and astonishingly creative take on a classic DC character, which ends up making it the most interesting Absolute title so far.

'Absolute Power' #1 is a thrilling read from start to finish with gorgeous art and colors, accompanied by some impressive high-stakes writing.

Absolute Power #2 is another explosive entry in DC's Summer event that will leave readers in awe of the beautiful art, colors, writing, and letters put into this issue.

Absolute Power #3 sees the heroes at their lowest point, but the team behind the comic succeeds in allowing hope to shine through with concise writing, beautiful art and colors, and clever lettering.

'Absolute Power: Ground Zero' #1 hastily sets up DC's next big event with three short stories, each highlighting a major villain and what their motivations are going forward.

Absolute Superman #4 is an interesting deconstruction of the new Superman that does the job of showing the audience how the world around the hero sees him.

Action Comics #1065 feels consistent all the way through in writing, art, colors, and letters, despite there being multiple artists and colorists contributing to this continuation of DC's "House of Brainiac" event.

The Amazing Spider-Man #3 gives us a new look into Peter Parker's past as he attempts to uncover a mystery affecting not only him, but some of his villains as well.

Batman #146 features a thrilling story about what kind of hero Gotham City needs, accompanied by beautiful art that helps to deliver yet another entry in Chip Zdarsky and Jorge Jimenez's Batman run.

Batman #1 is a thrilling new beginning for The Caped Crusader that reads as beautiful as it looks and takes the message at the heart of the character, expanding on it tenfold.

Batman #2 is a look into Batman's dynamic with Tim Drakeboth in and out of the costumethat gives readers ample reason to care about the two and their relationship through beautiful writing, art, colors, and letters.

Batman #4 is a slower issue with a unique look that helps set up a powerful and daunting new foe for Batman to face, one who is poisoning Gotham's underworld.

Batman: Gargoyle of Gotham #3 finally returns in a well-written issue, accompanied by exceptional art, colors, and letters, that's sure to stay with you for a while after you read it.

'Dawnrunner' highlights the connection between a pilot and her Iron King mech while also providing an interesting look at how a war can turn into spectacle and competition.

There's definitely a Saturday morning cartoon feel to this, and one that I love. My only complaint is that I wish it were weekly! This action packed comic has me itching for more, and I can't wait to see what they do next.

G.I. JOE #1 ties together what came before with something new in a thrilling story, from an exceptional cast of creators, featuring a team of characters familiar and fresh coming together to face a threat they don't stand a chance against.

New History of the DC Universe #1 is a perfectly fine retelling of events for new readers with some great full page artworks to accompany it.

Outsiders #11 provides a fitting conclusion to not only the series and story as a whole, but also for the incredible cast of characters involved.

SUPERMAN #13 continues the "House of Brainiac" storyline in a satisfying way that presents real stakes, making you wonder who you can trust moving forward.

Superman #19 takes us back to Metropolis after the events of Absolute Power, and the team behind it gives us a fresh story with an interesting new status quo that has exciting mysteries to unravel.

Superman #20 takes the incredibly interesting concept from the previous issue and allows it to flourish. Every page feels like it's given the book new life.

Superman #28 is far from perfect, but it is a dynamic start to the publisher's payoff from DC's All-In special that's sure to keep you reading.

The Boy Wonder #2 is a deep and emotional story loaded with beautiful art and colors that tell another tale of Damian Wayne's relationships with the previous Robins.

The Domain #1 is an interesting spin-off to Chip Zdarsky's Public Domain that quickly shows that it has to power to stand as its own thing without ever feeling contrived.

'The New Gods' #1 is a spectacular relaunch of a fan favorite title that's filled to the brim with things to enjoy for both new fans and old.

The New Gods #3 is an inspired look into what war will bring you to do, as well as how things could always be different in the absence of it, through the incredible storytelling prowess of all those involved in the creation of it.

The New Gods #6 takes a step back from everyone's battles to give us a vulnerable and powerful look at death's journey, as well as how that clashes with life.

The New Gods #9 is a slower than usual issue that picks up its pace near the end, with a welcome change in art and coloring that keeps things fresh.

TRANSFORMERS proves time and time again to be one of the best comic book experiences of the year.

Transformers #12 pushes the Autobots to the limit in terms of their physical ability as well as their morals, and that journey is expertly crafted by all involved in bringing this issue to life.

Ultimate X-Men #1 is an eerie and original addition to the new Ultimate Universe that will have readers new and old on the edge of their seats.

Zatanna: Bring Down The House #2 is a powerful display of trauma and reluctance that's accompanied by some gorgeous art and colors, alongside some clever lettering, which results in an issue that's sure to leave readers begging for more.