Flash #194

Writer: Geoff Johns Artist: Scott Kolins Publisher: DC Comics Release Date: January 29, 2003 Critic Reviews: 2 User Reviews: 2
5.0Critic Rating
8.8User Rating

The Flash heads after Gorilla Grodd, entering the frightening new Gorilla City. Will Wally West's attitude--and anger--be enough to stop an army of the most brutal fighters in the world after they refuse to give up one of their own? "Run Riot" part 3.

  • 8.0
    Comics Bulletin - Jason Cornwell Feb 4, 2003

    I must confess I found myself a little underwhelmed by this final chapter, as while Grodd has a menacing presence, and he's powerful enough to present a real challenge to the Flash, the simple fact of the matter is that he's simply not all that interesting a character once you get past being impressed by the sheer animalistic fury. I mean the standalone issue from last year stands up as one of my favorite issues of Geoff Johns' run, so I know the character can be a solid villain, but this current arc got a little tiresome once it became clear that all Grodd brought to the table was raw savagery. Still, there are some solid moments in this issue as Geoff Johns has a strong understanding of what makes Wally such an engaging lead, and Gorilla City is one of the more interesting locals to visit in the DCU. The art of Scott Kolins also makes the big final battle visually exciting in spite of the rather uninspired means that Wally employs to take down Grodd. Read Full Review

  • 2.0
    Comics Bulletin - Ray Tate Jan 31, 2003

    When Flash returns to Keystone, we discover "the horror, the horror," of yet another maimed character in a universe filled with magic and super science. This scene is meant to carry impact. Instead, I merely sighed and rolled my eyes. At least it wasn't another female character. Read Full Review

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