Unstoppable Doom Patrol #4

Writer: Dennis Culver Artist: Darko Lafuente Publisher: DC Comics Release Date: July 12, 2023 Cover Price: $3.99 Critic Reviews: 10 User Reviews: 13
8.0Critic Rating
8.5User Rating

Saving the world by saving the monsters isn't easy and the World's Strangest Superheroes need someone even stranger to help them process everything they endure. Join Doom Patrol's resident therapist. DR. SYNCHO, as she channels five Fifth Dimensional entities into one SUPER CONSCIOUSNESS to delve deep into the psyche's of ROBOTMAN, ELASTI-WOMAN, NEGATIVE MAN, and more in BREAKTHROUGH BREAKDOWNS!

  • 10
    DC Comics News - Davydh Tidey Jul 1, 2023

    A short aside from the main story of the title, Unstoppable Doom Patrol #4 adds essential context and character development to all our heroes, new and old. Read Full Review

  • 10
    You Don't Read Comics - Russ Bickerstaff Jul 12, 2023

    The gorgeous visuals of the issue deeply engage with and amplify the weirdness of Culvers script. Superhero teams are notoriously filled with neurotics, psychotics, and general dysfunction. Theyre almost never given the opportunity to get in-panel psychiatric treatment. Its fascinating to watch it happen. As weird as it is, the same overall plot COULD be brought to the page by a different writer, and it would be a completely different story. The same could be said of the art and the coloring. The weird fusion of Culver, Lafuente, and Reber has made for one of the more unique experiences on the mainstream comics rack over the course of the past few months. Its weird to think that the series is over in just three months. It feels like its just getting started.  Read Full Review

  • 9.7
    Comic Watch - Anthony Bergamini Jun 27, 2023

    Unstoppable Doom Patrol #4 takes a break from the larger narrative to give us some personal character growth for the team. The art team does a great job in highlighting the different aspects of the characters while the issue as a whole builds appreciation for the team. Read Full Review

  • 9.5
    Geek Dad - Ray Goldfield Jun 27, 2023

    This is one of the most psychologically honest books DC has put out in a long time, and this done-in-one issue might work as a great evergreen story. Read Full Review

  • 9.0
    AIPT - Andrew Isidoro Jul 11, 2023

    David LaFuente brings a bombastic and surreal aesthetic that perfectly complements the story. While this issue takes a break from advancing the overall plot, the mantra of "saving the world by saving the monsters" resonates throughout, emphasizing the Doom Patrol's commitment to holistic care for metahumans. LaFuente's artwork, Reber's vibrant colors, and Brosseau's lettering work in perfect harmony, resulting in an issue that pays homage to the Doom Patrol's rich history while inviting new readers to explore its captivating world. Read Full Review

  • 8.7
    Major Spoilers - Matthew Peterson Jul 15, 2023

    We finally delve into the minds of Elasti-Woman, Beast Girl and Negative Man, and the combination of unique layouts and excellent character writing makes for a fine reading experience. Read Full Review

  • 7.0
    Lyles Movie Files - Jeffrey Lyles Jun 20, 2023

    This series has been to establish a trend with every other issue being really enjoyable and the follow-up not as strong. It was the off-issue month, which means the next installment should be very entertaining. Good thing this series ends on an odd number. Read Full Review

  • 6.0
    ComicBook.com - Chase Magnett Jul 12, 2023

    There are no breaks in the nature of this action and transitions between characters often go unnoticed as their climaxes are often slight. The pieces of Unstoppable Doom Patrol #4 are ultimately stronger than the whole and will make a welcome return to the series' typical frantic action next month. Read Full Review

  • 6.0
    ComicBook.com - Tim Adams Jun 28, 2023

    With DC extending the number of issues in Unstoppable Doom Patrol's run, it allows the creative team to take a breather and have a character-focused issue. Read Full Review

  • 4.0
    Weird Science - Gabe Hernandez Jul 11, 2023

    Unstoppable Doom Patrol #4 allows the founding members to visit Dr. Syncho to recount their origin stories and current emotional hangups. That's it. Culver is not telling a story or doing anything more than retelling information we already know. It's sad, but this issue, much like the series, is pointless. Read Full Review

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