DENIZ CAMP AND JAVIER RODRIGUEZ TRANSFORM THE ABSOLUTE UNIVERSE! Beyond Mars...beyond physical form...beyond Human Understanding...all that's left is the ultimate alien: the Absolute Martian Manhunter!
In the Absolute Universe, nothing is certain. Reconstructing Martian Manhunter is no easy feat. Camps writing crafts a mesmerizing start shrouded in question. Rodrguez and Otsmane-Elhaou bring an innovative take on Jones world via the art. Where this leads is anyones guess but thats its true strength. Read Full Review
Unlike his Justice League counterparts, casual readers probably wouldn't be able to share much about the Martian Manhunter. They might mention that he's an alien from Mars and that he shape-shifts, but that's likely it. The character has name recognition, but he doesn't have the same degree of pop culture notoriety that other members of the DC Universe share. The Absolute titles have already demonstrated the ability to channel reinvention, and Absolute Martian Manhunter is a great candidate for a fresh take. Quite simply, this book is weird. It has a trippy vibe that people will either love or hate, but if you lean in, there's a lot of interesting aspects to this interpretation. This vibrant story is fresh with a visually impressive approach to Jones' perspective of the world around him. Jack Kirby would adore this book. Readers will get to travel through the looking glass as we learn more about this unique interpretation of the Martian Manhunter. Read Full Review
Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 may not be everyone's cup of tea. It is, however, a brilliant piece of work that goes beyond simply being art for art's sake. This is a prime example of what happens with two creators push the boundaries of illustrated literature to tell a story that only the comics medium could portray. Read Full Review
Camp and Rodrguez's Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 stands as the perfect alchemy of writer and artist. It pushes what the medium of comics can do both artistically and physically. It promises a mind-bending odyssey as the human mind becomes open to a much different way of viewing life and Earth. Sometimes, it takes an alternate point of view, and sometimes, it can be from an alien consciousness merging with your body and soul. Read Full Review
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. Read Full Review
The 60s aesthetics of this comic are a highlight, and the story is designed to keep you guessing. The visual aspects are strong, and the story itself looks like it'll have some fun mind-screw elements. A great start to this series. Read Full Review
Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 isn't just a standout in DC's Absolute universe, but a standout among the comics that've been released this year. It doesn't look, feel or read like any other series out there, and that's what makes it exciting. All I can say to the creative team is "keep being weird" because it's paying off. Read Full Review
It's equal parts horrifying and incredibly beautiful, with some of the best art I've seen in a DC Comic in some time, and two very different characters forming a symbiosis that has incredible possibilities. Camp is now officially one of the only creators out there to have A+ books going at three companies at the same time. Read Full Review
Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 delivers a captivating and imaginative reimagining of the character, presenting him as a being from a higher dimension brought to life with striking and psychedelic artwork. This debut issue immediately hooks readers with a compelling mystery and a bold new direction for the Martian Manhunter, promising an unpredictable and thrilling series. Read Full Review
Absolute Martian Manhunter Issue 1 is more of an experience than a story. It's brilliant in every aspect, mainly because it's completely changing the genre. Read Full Review
Even when its critical to a comic, coloring is often seen as secondary in an issues art. Sometimes it is undeservedly disregarded altogether. Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 turns that kind of thinking on its head by delivering a comic book not just driven by but reliant on the rich, varied, and complex coloring at work here. Johns examination couldnt be experienced in the same way without this kind of artistic journey. Even if the story wasnt compelling enough to make the issue a cant miss (it is), Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 is an art and color experience thats a must have. Read Full Review
Its a little early to determine the staying power of this character, but this is a very exciting start. Read Full Review
Absolute Martian Manhunter #1 is a comic that really pushes the boundaries of what a mainstream comic book can be. It's experimental and engaging on multiple levels. Read Full Review
The creators have a trippy, colorful vision in mind of this comic, and they are allowed to push that envelope to the breaking point. I applaud the artistic creativity at play in this issue, even if trippy, psychedelic storytelling is not my cup of tea. Read Full Review
Deniz Camp also nails having you as a reader wonder what exactly is going on as you never feel like you have a full grasp of what is exactly going on in this world. That said, the entire approach goes a bit too much with the trippy nature of the experience created. Read Full Review
Absolute Martian Manhunter #1goes way out of its way to create a trippy, esoteric scenario about an FBI agent looking for answers. Deniz Camp's script is long on weird imagery and uncertainty but falls well short on the basic foundation of a story that will hook you. Pick it up for the novelty of the art and atmosphere, but most readers will get bored with the novelty quickly. Read Full Review
Best Absolute #1 so far.
This is an amazing first issue that draws you in and allows you to experience the same confusion that John is feeling. He is experiencing new feelings and sensations that he doesn’t know how to interpret. What he’s experiencing is Martian Vision, as the story makes very clear, and he’s sharing his headspace with a new, out of this world roommate. This storytelling team is finding new and transformative ways to tell their story, resulting in a debut issue that sucks you in and doesn’t let go. Perfection!
Such a refreshingly different take on a big two superhero. Really spectacular. This is a comic I’ll cherish owning for a long time
This is the comic treatment that Martian Manhunter deserves. Can't wait for more!
Weird and trippy, just how I like it!
One word: incredible.
Hands down the best #1 of the Abolute line. If the philosophy of the Absolute line is to swing for the fences while retaining the spirit of the character, the Absolute Martian Manhunter team just won the World Series.
If this is not a candidate for comic/story/art of the year then I may as well stop reading and travel back in time to Mars. OMG I seldom if ever get blown away by a story but i couldn't find a single word that didn't have a meaning......to the whole team an DC......Please take a bow for that was utter perfection........Jonn
holy shit
Intriguing first issue that had me hooked from the first few panels. A great new insight into what used to be a somewhat dated character. Kudos to Camp's story and Rodriguez's brilliant art.
Wow, this blew me away. I hadn't read anything by Camp when this was initially announced, so I was unsure how to feel about this. After reading Ultimates, though, I definitely got a lot more interested. That said, this is a different thing entirely, and I mean that in a good way. Camp continues to really establish himself as one of the most exciting rising stars in comics. Furthermore, I have to mention Rodriguez, as well, who continues to also deliver on amazing work with this book.
Excellent, very intriguing. I'm in.
Very cool new vision for the character. I really enjoyed it. Amazing art.
When Deniz Camp launches a new series these days, it’s almost mandatory to pre-order it. Martian Manhunter might not have been on anyone’s radar before, but now it’s impossible to ignore. Camp achieves something remarkable here, delivering a fresh and captivating take that truly stands out.
As for the art, you might need some time to fully embrace it, but once you do, its unique style begins to make sense.
While the series is undeniably impressive, I wouldn’t give it a perfect 10 just yet. I’m definitely invested and eager to see where it goes, but I wouldn’t say I’m counting the days for the next issue—at least for now.
This book is very surreal and abstract which may turn off a lot of people. But I genuinely am intrigued by this and I want to see how this unfolds on how different this character is. It is very confusing, but I like how the DC Absolute Universe is swinging for the fences and just trying new stuff.
I liked it, but it's weird as f***.
The art is good and I think the writing is also on point, but I miss some action, even though it doesn't fit with the premise of the book
I'm curious to know what other people think, I also love the last page of this book, bro. 🤣
Finally, something interesting and different coming from DC.
I usually don't like alternate versions of established characters, which is why I haven't read any of the other Absolute titles. The preview of Martian Manhunter looked weird AF though, in the best way possible, so I had to read it.
Let's just say, the Javier Rodriguez art and storytelling didn't disappoint. AMM, despite looking very 60s inspired, is a breath of fresh air.
Now, the script by Deniz Camp could have been more engaging. I get that the general vibe of the book is fragmented and confused, but at the same time, the author has to give the reader enough coherence and emotion to draw them into the story.
Art is grate. Story isn't. Forth wave Morisson Moore wannabe....
Why the hell is this site still including reviews by Gabe Hernandez?
The guy literally gives EVERY single comic a low score. He single handidly is bringing down the averages of several great series on this site. His reviews read like rage bait in order to drive up hits on his page.
The guy is a hack, and this site loses credibility by including his reviews.
PS This issue is a 10.
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