STUN!
Interviews about comics, books, and music, hosted by James VanOsdol
Chris Mitten ("Wasteland" artist)
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THIS WEEK:
"Wasteland" is one of those books you might've seen, but chose to pass up in favor of another overblown, commerce over art, weekly or monthly superhero title. Next time you visit your local comic book shop, "STUN!" urges you to reconsider.
The post-apocalyptic (or post-"Big Wet," if you prefer) title presents a tense, broadly-conceived, and darkly-imagined America. Writer Antony Johnston has come up with some big ideas, and Illinois artist Chris Mitten has provided indelible images to back them up.
This week on the show, "STUN!" talks with Mitten about "Wasteland," his technique, and the not-so-subtle music fandom behind "Wasteland."
For those new to the title, Oni Press has the first issue available for free download:
http://www.onipress.com/thebigwet/downloads/freeissue1.php
Also: Jaime Black with another "One Shot Review!"
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James VanOsdol
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10/11/08-
Well, "STUN" went on an unfortunate permanent hiatus, despite my best intentions (and the fun I had doing it). My plan is to start collecting the full transcripts into a bound edition at some point down the road. It seems like an insane idea, but it's one I'm really excited about right now.
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