What changed? Millar adds a second voice to the scene, one that isn't simply there to cut off heads. By doing this Millar is able to approach a scene from two angles, creating what has to be one of the poignant moments of the series so far, and remarkably it has nothing to do with blood or a body count. Ironically Kick Ass is most effective when no asses are being kicked. Go figure. Read Full Review

Kick-Ass #5 was an excellent read. Millar is treating the reader to such a unique comic book that is quite a captivating read. We all mindlessly plunk down money out of pure habit for titles that we have been collecting forever even though those titles are no longer quality reads. And we all know which big name titles from Marvel and DC that I am talking about. Instead of spending your money on one of those titles I would definitely urge you to spend that money on Kick-Ass. This is a creator-owned title that is well done and certainly deserves strong support from the comic book reading population. Read Full Review

Whilst Kick-Ass isn't my favourite superhero title, I'm still finding it to be amusing enough that it's worth a read - even if the central premise is starting to wear a little thin. Despite this repetitiveness, and the distraction of the possible changes made to the characters due to the movie adaptation, Millar still manages to include a couple of fun setpieces that allow the story to balance out its shortcomings. And if nothing else, the artwork will keep me coming back for more. Read Full Review

If I was grading for the art alone, I'd give it an "A," but averaging in the writing brings it down a bit. Read Full Review

(John Romita Jr.'s art is great to look at, but just don't read Mark Millar's words in CBR's preview of "Kick-Ass" #5.) Read Full Review