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mollylazer's review
4.0
This volume continues the story of the Immortal Hulk in spectacular fashion. I particularly enjoyed the deep dive into Bruce's history and his relationship with his father. This volume did require some knowledge of past Hulk comics (and other related titles) that I didn't have, so I was at a bit of a loss for some of the references in the back half of the story arc. Still, another engaging read, and I look forward to reading the next one!
cmbussmann's review
4.0
Finally this title starts fulfilling its potential. An excellent, deep dive into the psychology of the Hulk that is filled to the brim with existential horror. I still wish Marvel’s heavy-handed continuity was less invasive. This story needs room to breathe.
edcorcoran's review
5.0
Al Ewing and Joe Bennett continue their incredible run. Immortal Hulk is easily Marvel's best book these days. Basically, Hulk goes to hell, it's some crazy shit, he deals with some daddy issues and then smashes hell. When he gets back, we switch to Betty Ross's perspective (and a guest artis who also does nice bleak work) as she reconnects (sort of) with Bruce/Hulk. And then Doc Samson shows up to unpack the new Immortal Hulk's intentions. This story is really coming together and heading to some deeply unexpected places.
bafauxmet's review
adventurous
dark
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
Some gnarly stuff in here, as in previous volumes, but I really dig the philosophical/occult angle to the Hulk here. Such an interesting turn, and now of course I want more.
awurdeman's review
4.0
This volume finally starts showing some of the grand plans that Ewing has in mind for the book. I'll be honest, I read volumes 1 and 2 after all the hype this series got in the media (it frequently tops "Best of" lists and was nominated for an Eisner this year for Best Continuing Series) and couldn't figure out what set the series apart from other Hulk tales, like Waid and Aaron's run. With this volume, however, I understand that the first dozen issues or so were a slow, psychological burn that only gets more intricate and rewarding with each installment. While there are still other books on the shelves that I enjoy more than this one, I finally understand why folks go absolutely nuts for this title - and there's a decent chance others might, too, if they stick with it to this point.
adlewis's review
5.0
I wrote a book — yes, a whole real book — on the superhero afterlife, particularly the six narrative elements all stories there share. It was published in 2014, and not only does Al Ewing in 2019 beautifully incorporate them all, he also manages both to confirm and to contort the larger hypothesis of my book: the superhero afterlife is the space where these six elements allow us to acknowledge our own multiplicity. Of course, I saw it as a healthy multiplicity, a multiplex self that helps allow for pluralistic peace and mutual understanding. Cunningly, Ewing & Co. take the fragmented, ill multiplicity of the Hulk and use the afterlife space to show how the character’s pieces could lead to global doom.
Outstanding and brilliant.
Outstanding and brilliant.
robbishreads's review
3.0
An introspective, dark wandering through Hell as we get to learn more about the current Hulk personality and ruminate on Banner's past. It's fine, the writing is definitely good enough, but it still felt a little like spinning the wheels without the substance or twists to support it. Worthwhile if you like the Hulk and Banner saga, but nothing that impressed me overly much.
overstuffedpup's review
dark
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0