Spider-Noir Shouldn't Work... But It Does | Spider-Noir S1 Review

The Human Target Is DC's Most Underrated Mystery | The Human Target Review

This week we're diving into Tom King's The Human Target. Christopher Chance has 12 days left to live and must solve his own murder before time runs out. What follows is a noir mystery filled with twists, lies, romance, Justice League International drama, Martian Manhunter mind games, Batman paranoia, and one of the most controversial endings we've discussed on the podcast. We break down everything from the spoiler-free basics to the full mystery, including Ice, Fire, Guy Gardner, Booster Gold, Blue Beetle, and the ending that left us both impressed and frustrated. Is The Human Target one of DC's most underrated comics? Let's talk about it.

Spider-Noir Shouldn't Work... But It Does | Spider-Noir S1 Review

Spider-Noir might be Sony's strangest Spider-Man project yet. No Peter Parker. No traditional superhero formula. No colorful action spectacle. Instead, we get a black-and-white detective noir starring Ben Reilly and Nicolas Cage, and somehow it ends up being one of the most unique Spider-Man adaptations in years. We break down the show's strengths, its biggest surprises, how it differs from the comics that inspired it, and why we ended up giving it an official 8.0/10. We also discuss Spider-Man Noir: Hard-Boiled Origins and wrap up the episode talking about The Human Target by Tom King. Question: Did Spider-Noir work because it stopped trying to be Spider-Man? 🎙️ Our Opinions Matter — the internet's favorite nerd group chat.

Planet Hulk Made Hulk Feel Human | Planet Hulk Review

This week we deep dive into Planet Hulk and why it’s still one of Marvel’s most emotional and mythological stories ever. We talk Hulk finally feeling human, Sakaar, the Warbound, betrayal, MCU Hulk comparisons, and why this story hits way harder than just “Hulk smash.” Is Planet Hulk the best Hulk story ever?

Mister Miracle Is One of DC’s Weirdest Comics | Mister Miracle Review

We talk Mister Miracle by Tom King and Mitch Gerads, why Scott and Barda hit so hard, why the comic is weird, emotional, and not for everyone, and how risky the upcoming DCU animated series could be. Is Mister Miracle a masterpiece, or is it too strange for casual viewers?

A Different Kind of Story | Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow Review

We break down Supergirl: Woman of Tomorrow and why it feels completely different from typical superhero stories. From Kara’s character to Ruthye’s role and the emotional tone, we talk about what works, what stands out, and what the upcoming Supergirl movie needs to get right.