Simpsons Comics #88

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  Comics Bulletin - Ray Tate

  Nov 21, 2003

  The "prize" of this weird contest sends the Simpsons and Willie-who attaches himself to their family in a series-worthy bizarre circumstance-to Scotland. In Scotland, Ms. Simone employs some clever topical, throwaway jabs as well as an inside joke for comic book readers. The language barrier presents more opportunity for comedy, and an inventive direction for Mr. Costanza makes for a knee-slapping running gag. This issue of Simpsons Comics quite easily matches Ms. Simone's previous Lost in Space and Wild, Wild West spoofs. Read Full Review