All*Star Batman & Robin the Boy Wonder #10 - DC

Finally, we get issue #10 of this incredible series. And, hey . . it's only been about 7 months since issue #9 came out. But . . I guess you can't rush perfection. Right? I'm not going to complain though . . as long as Frank Miller and Jim Lee stay on this series. Thanks to them . . it's all worth the wait. This issue also features a very cool alternate cover by Frank Quitely. It seems like Batman's city of Gotham is being over-run by women . . women of varied intentions. First there's Catwoman who straddles the fence between 'right' and 'wrong'. She's been beaten up pretty badly and the Batman's pretty worried about her because of their 'unique' relationship. "I want to say more. I want to say words I've never said to anyone. Not anyone." Next there's Bat-girl. She's self appointed . . I'm not sure if Batman even knows about her yet. She's made herself a costume, in homage to Batman, but I think she's into it more for the thrill than anything else. She does have her father's sense of 'right' and 'wrong', but . . she's also a risk taker. And she's only 15 . . she's just been arrested for inciting a riot. And then we have the Black Canary. She's . . complicated, to say the least. When it comes down to it, really . . she's a bar-room brawler. She fancies herself a type of Robin-hood, but she's got an incredible mean-streak in her. She's also a thrill seeker. But then . . I guess they all have to be to be in this line of work. When it comes down to it, this really is their jobs. I mean who would have this much time to spend on a hobby. Frank Miller has really put a lot into this story. His descriptions of Gotham are like prose. He can take you right in to what these characters are thinking and feeling. And of course Jim Lee's art is superb. When all of this comes out in a TPB, or a hard-cover edition, it's really not going to make a bit of difference whether these books came out on time. Hell, do you remember how long we waited for the last issue of Camelot 3000? It doesn't make a bit of difference now . . does it? The point I'm trying to make is that this book . . these chapters of the Batman mythos . . are destined to be classics and I'm sure will be reprinted in various formats. If you're lucky enough to have them all . . just be happy with that.

All*Star Superman #12 - DC

Well . . the bad news is . . this is the last book in this series. Well . . at least with this creative team. The book may pick up with a new creative team, but I'm not really sure about that. The good news is . . Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely went out with a bang. This issue was fantastic, both with the story and visually. I thought Superman's solution for beating Lex was genius, and the ending with Superman and Lois was touching. I've really enjoyed Frank's work on this book also. Like the title says, it was definitely an "All*Star" collaboration. I've collected almost everything that Frank has done . . even those Vertigo issues from a long time ago, Flex Mentallo . . but I think his work on this series was easily his best to date. I enjoyed everything about it . . the pencils, the colors, the sequencing and framing . . I thought it was all fantastic. I even enjoyed the alternate cover by Neal Adams. Although, what's not to like. Even though it did cost me a few extra bucks. It's nice to know that, at least according to the Mile High website, that it has appreciated. I'd also like to say that this book is a testament to Grant and Frank's work as the All*Star Batman title actually came out before this one. However, in the 3+ years since, that title has only put out 8 issues. And these 12 issues are on top of all the other insane amount of work that Grant's done for DC in that time period. I think it's amazing and phenomenal. This isn't the first, or even the second or third time that Grant and Frank have teamed up. I surely hope it's not the last. Their collaborative effort is pure genius. I think we got new insight into Superman, and his cast of characters with this series . . which is no small feat considering that they've been around for 70 years. If you didn't get the books at least look for the TPBs. It'll definitely be worth your effort.

All*Star Superman #11 - DC

How does Grant Morrison do it? Does the guy ever sleep? I don't know how he can. So far this month he's turned in an incredible first issue of Final Crisis. He got an incredibly intriguing story underway throughout the Batman books . . Batman RIP. And now he's put out an equally talented issue of All*Star Superman. And on top of that, look at the talent he gets to work with . . . JG Jones, Tony Daniel and Frank Quitely. That's a trifecta if I've ever seen one. As we've gone through the first 11 issues of this series . . I think there's only 1 left . . the stories have seemed as if they were only remotely connected. But, the underlying theme . . Superman's loss of power . . has continued to progress throughout the series. Also, it seems, as Superman's life has diminished, so to has Lex's flourished, almost proportionately. Also, as we've gone through this series, Grant has inserted some fantastic ideas . . as always. I especially like the notion of Superman's fortress being in the heart of the sun. Being there, Superman discovers Solaris . . the tyrant sun. He, or it, has turned the sun red to help diminish Superman. But then Superman introduces it to the sun-eater. In the heat of the battle, the sun-eater is killed and it looks as if Superman is disintegrated. However, at the end, we see Clark at his desk, filing a story about Superman's death. But then he keels over just at the time that Lex come's crashing in. "Clark is the least of your worries.", he declares as he's standing in the hole in the side of the building. This has been an incredible run, and I really hate to see it stop. But . . all good things must come to an end. Maybe we'll be lucky and there will be a continuation . . just with a different creative team? Who knows. If you haven't been reading this . . you need to. Look for the back issues, TPB, whatever . . but get your hands on a copy. You won't be disappointed.

All*Star Superman #10 - DC

This is an incredible book. I really can't say enough about it, or the creators involved. The entire package is phenomenal. I honestly don't know how Grant Morrison does it. He's been writing this book for . . going on 2 years now . . he's been a regular contributor to the Batman title for approximately 2 years now, and . . he's going to be doing the Final Crisis mini-series coming up here in a couple of months. Where does the guy find the time? And the most incredible part of all that is the consistent quality and thought that he puts in to all of these stories. The guys a genius. He has to be. But this book also consists of the incredible artwork of Frank Quitely. I've been a fan of his for quite a while . . . the stuff he did for Vertigo, the X-Men . . but, honestly, I think these books are some of his best works to date. I'm not just saying that because I love this book. Look at it! Read it! You'll see for yourself. These guys are truly creating history here. I was watching the Freddie Mercury Tribute Concert on DVD last night. In it, David Bowie, before they play All the Young Dudes, talks about how he and Queen, and Mott the Hoople, Mick Ronson, Ian Hunter and several others used to all play the same clubs as they were coming up. The biggest thing they had to worry about was hoping that they didn't end up wearing similar shirts to one another. Which got me thinking, did they think then where they'd be now, and how they'd feel looking back on it? I'm kind of wondering the same thing about Grant Morrison. He's come such a long way from his meager beginnings. Back then did he realize, at one point, be be working not only at 1 of the big 2, but doing both their main 2 characters, and the title that will redefine and shape their universe for years to come? Did he think about the impact he was going to have on this genre? I'm really not trying to get to heavy here on Grant, but wherever this industry goes from here, when they look back, Grant's name is going to be one of the few listed as the shapers of it's foundation. This book truly is a tribute to his genius, and it's continued existence is an homage to his, and Frank's, extreme talent. All I can say is . . . Thank You!

All*Star Batman and Robin the Boy Wonder #9 - DC

This book was intense. Batman & Robin decide to have a little chat with Green Lantern, Hal Jordan. Actually, he wants to have a chat with them. On this world the rest of the heroes are really just getting started. He, and others, are afraid that because of Batman's tactics he'll set back their acclimation into the mainstream by years. Yes he helps the crime rate in Gotham. But at what price? Broken bones? Severe contusions? And what about the kidnapping of a young boy named Dick Grayson? Batman . . and Robin . . adamantly deny that is the case. But Hal doesn't believe them. Never-the-less, Batman took extreme precautions coming in to this meeting. Both of them, and the entire room are painted yellow. The rings one weakness. "Dumbest weakness I ever heard of . . . he can't even make himself a green dandelion with that ring of his if what he's up against is yellow." But as Batman surmises, Hal's other weakness is his imagination. He has a ring that can do anything, and "He's got the imagination of a Goddamn potato! He makes green fishing poles and mousetraps when he could, well . . ." Basically, Bruce has nothing but contempt for him. And, after just weeks of training, he has nothing but admiration for the young boy. He's a natural. But, he has no restraint. While fighting Hal, he ends up going right for his wind-pipe. Batman has to perform an emergency tracheotomy on him, so he doesn't suffocate. Of course he saves him, but it leaves both of them pretty shaken up. There are truly some stunning panels in this book. But we all know that Jim Lee is at his best when Scott Williams is his inker. And they definitely do each other proud this issue. This is a fantastic book. Of course a lot of that credit goes to Frank Miller's writing prowess. And honestly these 2 are a dream team. Don't forget the icing on the cake . . . the alternate Neal Adams cover. Fan-frikin-tastic! Anymore, I really don't care how long it takes between books. I'm just happy when they come out. A piece of comic history!

All*Star Batman & Robin the Boy Wonder #8 - DC

All I can say is . . . Wow!! What a great book. Frank Miller and Jim Lee have really taken a hold of this one, and really seem to be having fun with it. I especially like that they seem to be back on a regular schedule now. I really can't over-emphasis how important I feel that is. But anyways, the Jim Lee cover that's pictured at the right, looks 100% better with the finished product. The actual cover still has the red background, but Joker is much more vibrant, and he has this really cool, and colorful, dragon tattooed across his back and down his arm. Unfortunately in this instance, you can't see it. And I gotta say, the variant cover, by Neal Adams . . . . one of my all time favorite artists . . . is really not one of my favorite covers. I get what he's trying to do. He's trying to show how the Batman, and the Joker are connected . . . essentially opposite sides of the same personality. But the construction, and end result, looks a bit . . . muddled to me. Definitely not one of my favorite covers from Neal. It just looks to me like it's rushed. Or maybe not completely thought out. But, that's just my opinion. And really, it's the only complaint I have about this whole book. Batman seems a little less . . . psychotic this issue. He seems a little more in control of himself. And we finally get to expound on the Dick Grayson character a bit. I was beginning to think that he only took him in to keep him secluded in his cave for all this time. But he finally tasks him with the challenge of finding a costume and an identity this issue. And I finally see what I think Batman saw in this character. Dick is someone who's almost as driven and psychotic as he himself. But, the best part about this issue is Batman's interaction with Hal Jordan. He comes to Gotham for some reason, and shines his ring as a beacon in to the sky. He asks Batman, " . . how the heck do you know my name?", to which Batman replies, "I know everything. What do you want?" They do a little verbal volleying, but the crux of their conversation is going to be next issue. And as you can tell from the cover, we get a glimpse of the Joker this issue, but we also get to see Catwoman. Meowww! Anyways, this really is a fantastic book. And, if Grant Morrison wasn't writing the regular title, it would be easily the best Batman book out there. Now, honestly, I think the 2 of them bounce back and forth between my favorite and second favorite. But, with the creators involved with both books, that really is a happy place to be.

All*Star Superman #9 - DC

The funny thing about reading a Grant Morrison story is that, while reading it, you're confused and awed at the same time. He breathes such life into his characters. This issue he introduces us to Bar-el and Lilo. I think of Lilo & Stitch every time I see their names, but . . . whatever. Anyways, while Clark was gone on his Bizzaro quest, these two astronauts from Krypton . . that had apparently been lost for years in space . . . found their way to Earth. When they gained their powers they decided it was their duty to tame the savages, and bring the rich Kryptonian culture to this Earth. They had already begun their vision when Superman returned in the make-shift rocket. But instantly they seemed to be at odds over their perceptions of their roles. There's even a little battle, but that comes to a halt when the moon is broken. And eventually, Bar-el and Lilo's bodies betray them. Something they seem to have passed through on their long journey through space, has begun turning certain chemicals in their bodies in to Kryptonite. They're being poisoned from within. The only choice Superman has is to put them in the Phantom Zone so that they can still live. Luckily, the 3 of them make peace before he does so. The thing I love about this series is that it really reminds me of the short little epics that used to run through the Superman books back in the 60's and 70's. You know. Those amazing issues done by the likes of Curt Swan, Cary Bates, Murphy Anderson, and Kurt Shaffenberger . . . just to name a few. Even the way Grant handles the Steve Lombard character reminds me of those . . I guess . . more innocent times. It's really no surprise to me that this series won an Eisner award. I'm just thrilled to death that it's continuing as long as it has. I was expecting it to be just a 4 to 6 issue thing. But we're already coming up on #10. Fantastic! And before I forget, Frank Quitely's take on the Superman cast of characters is spot on. I find it hard to imagine how this could be a more perfect book. Well done, guys!

All*Star Batman & Robin the Boy Wonder #7 - DC

Check this out, we definitely seem to be back on our bi-monthly schedule here. That's great. These books really are fantastic. But, they're so much better when they come out on a regular schedule, and you can remember what came the previous issue, without having to go back and reread it. I mean honestly, what can I say about Jim Lee and Frank Miller. They're 2 of comics greatest icons. And they're together, here, in this series, with one of comics greatest characters. This truly is the golden age. I feel, the way Frank is writing this series, that this is the way Batman would truly be . . . if he hadn't been scrutinized by the comic code for 50 some odd years. He'd be little deranged. He's be a little over the edge. And he's be a little full of himself. He's on the dock this issue, with Black Canary. He doesn't know anything about her. He doesn't know her name, her powers or even if she's good or bad. All he knows it that he's seen her fight. A little bit. It's her against these guys. So he decides to jump in and help. Black Canary can't do anything but stand back and watch. After all he's like a one man wrecking crew. As she's watching, she's thinking, "He doesn't stop. He doesn't spare a one of them. Not a one. Before I can even catch my breath, they're a bunch of bleeding, burning heaps, they are. And god help me, here I am thunderstruck in love with the man. The Goddamn Batman." So she tells him, "Has anybody ever told you, my good-man, that you are totally HOT!?" And they end up jumping on each other, and doing it on the dock. Afterwards he offers her a ride home. Like I said, if creatively he hadn't been under that constraint for all those years, I really think that this is the character that he would've evolved in to. And next issue . . . we add the Joker to the mix. Fan-frikkin-tastic!

All*Star Batman & Robin the Boy Wonder #6 - DC

This is another book that I really like . . . but at the same time I have some serious problems with. To start with . . the cover. I paid $10 for this cover at the right. It's the Frank Miller variant. However, the regular cover, by Jim Lee, in my opinion, far outshines this one. It shows this same Batgirl, Batman and Black Canary on it. It really is a lot cooler picture. My second complaint is the schedule. Luckily it's only been about 2 months since the last issue came out. But . . the one before that? Wow! It was like . . . 9 or 10 months. Serious drag time. And yes I know . . they have other projects going on. But keep to some kind of schedule. If it's every 2 months . . fine. If it's every 3 months . . fine. But at least that way we know what to expect. It's hard to keep up with a story that you have that much lag-time in between. And if you're a serious collector, you don't want to pull the last issue out of the bag and reread it. That's what causes wear and tear. Anyways, on a good note, we got introduced to 2 new characters this issue. Batgirl, Barbara Gordon and Black Canary. Barbara wants to be a hero. But Black Canary . . . she's just in it for the kicks. She doesn't really want anyone to get hurt . . . but . . . the more exciting the better. And in the process of beating up a bad guy, he happens to lose his wallet . . . well . . . finder's keepers. We also see Jimmy Olsen this issue. He's helping Vicki Vale with a story. Actually, he's helping himself to a view because he's using any excuse he can find to be around her. In fact the only character we really didn't see this issue . . . . was Robin. That's weird. But . . . whatever. Overall . . this is a fantastic series. But . . my advice . . wait for the TPB to come out and read it all in one sitting. It's a cool story. But the time gaps suck. And in the TPB they'll probably have all the cover pictured too . . so you'll get all the art. It really is a win/win.

All*Star Superman #8 - DC

This book is insane. I mean . . I think Grant Morrison is a genius. And when he and Frank Quitely work together . . . it's off the hook. But this book? I would way this book is one of their best to date. It's a little weird to read though. It's kind of like a cross between A Clockwork Orange and Shaun of the Dead. Which . . if you don't get those references . . just means that it's very . . . twisted. Somehow the Bizarro world has come in to our universe. But, it doesn't belong here so it's gradually going back. Well Superman knew that the only way to beat Bizarro was to get him back on his planet before it did slide in to the underbelly of the universe. Actually it's called the Underverse. We live in the Oververse. At least . . . that's how the Bizarro's see it. The problem with that is that it has a red sun. So the longer he stays there, the less powers he's going to have. But while there he meets Zibarro. He's the one in 5 million freak that's normal. He looks like Superman, but he doesn't have any powers. He also meets Le-roj. The Bizarro version of Jor-el. Together, and with the help of the Bizarro JLA, they build a rocket to try to get him off the planet. But when Zibarro tries to lies the fuse . . . he messes up. So Superman has to try to goad Bizarro in to getting angry and throwing the rocket off their planet. He does so, but from the moon base where Jimmy Olsen and Lois Lane are watching, it happens right at the same time the planet slips in to the Underverse. So did he get out in time? We'll have to wait until next issue to find out. A brilliant book. And a true piece of modern art. I'm glad it didn't stop at #4 like I was afraid it was going to.

All*Star Batman & Robin the Boy Wonder - #5 - DC

I want to say up front that I like this book. I really like this book. I think Jim Lee is amazing. And, when Frank Miller is on his game, I think he's pretty amazing also. But it kind of aggravates me, that there's been what?, 14 or 15 months between this issue and last? I mean seriously. We've had about 5 or 6 issues of All*Star Superman come out between this issue and last. The whole 52 series came out between this issue and last. Almost the whole Alex Ross Justice series came out between this issue and last. The Firestorm series came . . . and went . . . between this issue and last. Do you get what I'm saying here? It's kind of hard to follow a story, that you didn't know for sure, was ever really going to come out again or not. And I really don't like to place blame. But let's look at the facts. Jim Lee has had a lot of stuff come out between now and then. Maybe not his own. But, as the Editorial Director of Wildstorm . . . he's had a lot of stuff hit the shelves. Frank Miller? Not so much. A movie . . . 300. But . . . I wouldn't think a guy like Frank was so self absorbed, that he couldn't put together 1 or 2 comic scripts in all that time he spent in Canada. I mean, yeah it was a movie about his books, but did he have to be there every second of every day. Did he have no time at all that he couldn't have put a script or two together? Did it even cross his mind that he had 4 issues of this fantastic book, dangling out there, with no ending, and tens of thousands of fans clamoring for the next issue? And look at that variant cover up there, the one that I paid $10 for. It seems kind of a cop-out, compared to the other work we've seen from him. I mean, the Jim Lee cover, which I paid $3 for . . . was far superior to that one. And I know some of you out there are saying, "So what. The book came out. It's a fantastic story. Let it go." As far as the story goes, I agree with you. Phenomenal! The artwork is brilliant. But letting go how he treats his fans? I can't do it. I would've rather that Jim Lee just took over the whole book and ran with it, than to keep us waiting this long for another issue. It's absurd. But as long as we tolerate it . . . . as long as we keep buying the books that come out 10, 12 or even 16 months between issues . . . . they're going to keep doing it. And doing it without apologies. I just have a hard time when we, the consumer, or we, the fan, are treated like that. And it shouldn't be acceptable!

All*Star Superman #7 - DC

What a fantastic book. But then with Grant Morrison and Frank Quitely at the creative helm, what did you expect? I mean . . Grant is all over the place with this story. He is totally in his realm here. And Frank's pencils are just phenomenal. There's a few panels in here that I would really like to blow up and frame. But I always say that. Anyways, Grant introduces us to the Bizarro world this issue. They appear to have no form, until they come in contact with another life form. And then it replicates them. But then it seems like the host and the alien are then Bizarro's. And of course one of them comes in contact with Superman. So then he uses one of his new powers (?) to take it down. Temporarily! But they seem to have found some of it's weakness' already. Apparently it can't take over a body on steroids, and yellow sunlight makes it sick. And since the whole Bizarro planet is in the earth's atmosphere, Superman has to find a way to push it in to the sunlight. Currently it's on the dark side of the planet. But, when he goes to their planet, he finds that he's losing his powers. But he's found help. "One in every 5 billion copies is flawed. Unique. Different. Not mindless like these shambling mockeries . . . but sensitive, and self-aware. Suffering. Alone. In a world of confusion." And of course the Bizarro that's telling him this also looks like him, and calls himself Zibarro. And he looks like he's the lone human on a planet of freaks. But that's ok, because next issue he's going to have to help Superman get back home. I like the way Grant is doing this series. Kind of like the Superman stories of the 70's. Each book was it's own story. They were connected . . . but they weren't. And sometimes, in his own book, his stories contradicted each other. Not Grant's, but the one's in the 70's. Sometimes the only thing consistent about them was the artist, Curt Swan. You always got the sense that the stories were happening around the same time. But then you'd see inconsistencies in the back-up characters. Nothing major. But little things here and there. But I really get the feeling that Grant is paying homage to those types of stories. And that era. At the time, they were fantastic. To look back on them now . . . not so much. But there is a certain nostalgia to them, and I feel Grant has captured that here. This book hasn't been coming out on a consistent basis, but it's always worth the wait. Which is good, because . . . Everybody wants some!

All*Star Superman #6 - DC

Grant Morrison is a genius. I mean, what more can you say about the guy? But when he teams up with Frank Quitely, WOW!! This book is just incredible. I mean, everything about it is fantastic. The story is great. The artwork is fabulous. And that includes the inking and coloring. I mean, just look at that sky on that cover. Basically Clark is getting ready to leave home. So Ma & Pa are thinking about giving up the farm and just going back to the General Store. Well, right when Clark is getting ready to leave, these 3 strangers show up offering to help with things. Clark thinks it's a little strange, but hey, they seem like good workers. Well, come to find out, they're all Supermen from the future. It seems, way way in the future, there's a Superman Squad, made up of all the different Supermen, through all the different times, and they travel through time fixing things. They come back to this particular era, to fight the Chronovore. They try to keep Clark out of it, but of course he has to jump in. But, whenever you fight the Chronovore, you lose time. Clark loses 3 minutes, and in that time his father has a heart attack. They apologize to him, and give him a rose from New Krypton. But, come to find out, by us not Clark, the one in bandages was actually Clark as a man. They offered to bring him back so he could see his pa one last time. Very touching story. These guys are masters of their craft. And they are definitely putting all that they have in to this book. Thank you!!

All*Star Superman #5 - DC

This new concept by DC has been fantastic. Both the All-Star Superman and the All-Star Batman have been phenomonal books. Both titles have taken different approaches also. Batman has gone with a single story arc through it's 6 issues. Grant Morrison has taken a different approach to Superman in that each issue is a self contained story. But this works, especially in that Grant usually puts so much information and ideas into an issue, that you definitely feel satisfied by the end. This issue starts with Luthor in court and he is sentenced to death in the electric chair. And he actually seems oddly appeased by this. His only argument is that Superman should be there with him because, as always, "Superman made me do it." We then go to Stryker's Island, where Luthor is being held, with Clark who is set up to do an exclusive interview. He has 1 hour. Luthor is working on his Bibliobot Mark 2, a hovering robot that is a roving library trying to spread culture to the masses. The incarcerated masses, but still. Anyways later we find out that this robot is actually digging tunnels under the prison for Luthor. As we follow Luthor around the prison, it's more like he's at a private spa, than a prison. There's a guard watching him, but for the most part they leave him alone. And he doesn't seem to have much interaction with the rest of the population, unless he wants it. Lots of ideas and banter is tossed around in Clarks and Lex's conversation. But then he leads Clark down into the general population, which would be fine except that they just happen to be strolling the Parasite past at the time. Of course he starts going wild because he's sucking in all this power, but he doesn't know where it's coming from. Chaos of course ensues and Clark does what he can to contain it, under the cover of tear gas and without letting Lex see what he's up to. Eventually, in his search for more power, the Parasite crosses Lex's past and Lex beats him down like a dog. Well actually like an overstuffed pastry, but with his jelly filling flying all around, you get the idea. Lex leads him to a tunnel under his cell, which takes him to a place that looks like the river Styx, to ferry him back to civilization. He lets Clark know that if it wasn't for Superman he'd rule the planet. And also that he had some plan in place to use the sun to kill him. He doesn't elaborate to much, but it's ominous enough to give Clark something to think about as he's being ferried away. I really could go on and on about this book. There are just so many things that come up in Grant's stories that it's impossible to catch them all the first time through the book. My best suggestion is to definitely pick it up, then read it over and over. You won't be dissapointed.

All*Star Superman #4 - DC

First of all, Grant Morrison is an insane genius! Oxymoron? I don't think so. The ideas he comes up with are just fantastic. I really don't know how he can consistently write at this level for the length of time he's been doing it. There are so many cool ideas and twists and turns in this book. This is a new idea DC has of bringing together a dream team of creators, this one has Grant with Frank Quitely, giving them an A list character, and them giving them free reign to do whatever they want. And with Grant, that's the key to the floodgates. He's taking a different approach to this series also in that each issue is a self contained story. This one is mostly about Jimmy Olsen. Franks work on art is also awesome. He has a definite cinematic flare to him. He also adds alot of little details in the backgrounds of his stuff. Like in Jimmy's apartment there's a framed picture of him as Turtle-boy. How funny is that? Jimmy does these "For a Day" column's for the Planet. He wants to outdo himself so he becomes director for a day of P.R.O.J.E.C.T.s. That's what leads to his trouble with Superman. They resolve their issues and Jimmy's biggest worry is that this was his best "For a Day" ever, but he can never tell anyone. Oh and he carves a note on the moon for Lucy. Great stuff! If you haven't picked up any of these yet, you should. The All-Star Batman, with Frank Miller & Jim Lee, is awesome too. The next issue blurb reads, "How did Truth, Justice and the American Way land Superman in the big house?"