Thor: The Dark World Ultimate Mentor Adventure

October 5, 2013 Johanna Comic Book Films Leave a comment

Thor: The Dark World Encouraging Science for Girls

The Marvel Comics branch of the Disney empire has had its issues in the past welcoming women, but the movie arm seems to realize that you don’t get great success without reaching out to everyone. Specifically, to promote Thor: The Dark World, opening November 8, they’re encouraging girls to think about careers in science and technology. As a tie-in with the Thor movie character of Jane Foster (who, as played by Natalie Portman, has been updated from a nurse to […]

October 1, 2013 Johanna Art Leave a comment

My Wall of Food Recipe Art

I’m showing off. At SPX, I got three more pieces for my wall of food art by women. Left to right, top to bottom, there’s original art by Lucy Knisley – full English breakfast print by Sarah Becan – how to poach an egg original art by Lucy Knisley – microwave poached egg original art by Lea Hernandez original commission by Alisa Harris – asparagus with walnuts I’m hoping, eventually, to get an artichoke by Erika Moen and a recipe […]

October 1, 2013 Johanna Manga News Leave a comment

Manga Fans, Your Dream Job Is Hiring

Which manga fan hasn’t dreamed of helping bring books they love to the US market? Kodansha Comics is currently hiring (on a one-year contract) a manga editor. Note that in addition to the usual skills — multitasking, good communication, able to meet schedules — you must be able to read Japanese. But please note a few caveats: There was a similar job posting a year ago. I don’t know if that person didn’t work out, or they’re expanding — I […]

September 30, 2013 Johanna Television Reviews 13 comments

Arrow: The Complete First Season

Fans of the comic know the backstory, although it takes on new immediacy seeing it on TV. Young billionaire Oliver Queen (Stephen Amell) has been shipwrecked on a deserted island for five years. After he’s rescued, with the skills he learned to survive, he’s determined to bring justice to Starling City to make up for his father’s corruption. He roams the streets as a mysterious hooded vigilante, taking down criminals among the rich 1% (making for a timely undercurrent, that […]

September 29, 2013 Johanna Television Reviews One comment

Masters of Sex Debuts on Showtime Tonight — Recommended!

Just watched Masters of Sex on Showtime on Demand, and it was great — funny, revelatory, fascinating, and thought-provoking. Attitudes about sex in 1956 were restrained, as you’d expect, which made Dr. William Masters’ work exploring the physical reactions to intercourse and orgasm all the more surprising. Virginia (“Ginny”) Johnson was his secretary, later his partner in this groundbreaking research into human sexuality. Masters of Sex explores their work and personalities. Masters is restrained (with ego-driven deception when it comes […]

Batman: The Brave and the Bold Season One on Blu-ray

September 28, 2013 Johanna Warner Archive Leave a comment

Batman: The Brave and the Bold Coming to Blu-ray Through Warner Archive

Coming in November, Warner Archive will be releasing Batman: The Brave and the Bold, my favorite superhero cartoon, on Blu-ray. The first collection will include the 26 episodes of season one, previously released on two DVD volumes. This is Warner Archive’s first animated Blu-ray release. Batman: The Brave and the Bold was a wonderful, fun treatment of superheroics with plenty of guest stars and creative storylines. It’s truly entertaining for all ages. Warner will be announcing more details on a […]

September 22, 2013 Johanna Books About Comics Leave a comment

The She-Hulk Diaries

The She-Hulk Diaries by Marta Acosta is fun, frothy, chick lit in the diary format made popular by Bridget Jones. Jennifer Walters keeps a journal about being the one left cleaning up after a party-girl celeb-chasing thoughtless roommate. Only the roomie is her alternate personality, She-Hulk, and they share the same body, not just the same living space. “Shulky” and her lack of accountability are responsible for Jen needing to look for a job. Most of the law firms in […]

September 22, 2013 Johanna Books About Comics One comment

Rogue Touch

I was cynical when the Marvel novels were announced, but Rogue Touch isn’t a bad read for a teen paranormal romance. I recommend removing your preconceptions going in, though, since it has little to do with the version of the character you might know. It’s a literal take on adolescent alienation. Like any teen, Anna Marie longs to belong, to touch and be touched by others, but her condition prevents it. The details make the book, with cogent observations about […]

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