Even if Superman can escape the Phantom Zone, can he hope to stop the Kryptonian criminals set lose on Metropolis? Not if the fallen bodies of DC Universe heroes littering the streets are any indication! His best allies may be his most dangerous enemies!
After all the wait, this issue delivers big time. In all honesty, this is one of the best Superman stories Ive read since the initial One Year Later arc. Johns and Donner have finally gotten acclimated and are now in full swing, updating old concepts and revitalizing forgotten characters. Adam Kuberts Phantom Zone is a brilliant, twisted take on the concept. Its a shame that we have to wait until the next Annual for the conclusion; this issue revitalized my interest in the story to new heights. Read Full Review
Im totally on board for the Revenge Squad story planned for the next Action Annual. Who knows when well actually see it, but its going to be good nevertheless. Read Full Review
This may not be the strongest issue of Last Son in terms of artwork, but it is still a well-written issue. Delays happen and I cant wait to read this arc from start to finish once it ends as I am sure that I will find it one of the best Superman arcs ever. Ill wait forever for a story by Johns and Donner, but I dont really feel Kuberts work has been worth the wait, especially when the Johns and Donner run will continue before Kubert finishes this arc. Read Full Review
On its own terms, Im still very much enjoying Last Son, as its providing an unpredictable, exciting ride which is light on continuity and which pulls together some of the most enjoyable elements of the Superman mythos to create an accessible, fun story. Sadly, as is frequently the case these days, its being scuppered by scheduling problems which really detract from my enjoyment of it on an issue-to-issue basis. One to pick up in the inevitable collected edition, I think. Read Full Review
Even though this Action Comics #851 wasn't anything spectacular, it certainly is nice to have Johns and Donner back at the helm. If DC can get the scheduling issues behind them, then I believe that Johns and Donner should be capable of giving us a wonderful run on this title. Read Full Review
Itd be nice if there were a steady dose of interesting Superman stories, but thats the downside of the Hollywood influence. These big shots are busy and dont always finish what they start or make a full-time commitment. Its a waiting game for stories like this, but I guess it remains worth it. Read Full Review
The weakest chapter of this story thus far with just hints at greatness hopefully to come. Read Full Review
The story was interesting but there was too much narration and that 3D style of phantom zone didn't work so well.
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