For better and worse, the dark knight returns dkr changed the course of superhero comics. The worlds not big enough for the both of you the dark knight returns by bruce huang. This is, perhaps, frank millers most famous and important work. Several other batman veterans were also involved in the. It is a limited series set in a possible future, portrayed as batmans last adventure. Batman vs left wing politics ok so its no secret how right wing conservative frank miller is, it comes across pretty clearly in his ama when he talks about the occupy wall street moment and 911 amongst other things which got me thinking of dkr and the political themes in that so i was just wondering how well known.
It is considered by many as one of the greatest batman stories ever. Feb 22, 2016 reflecting on the past 30 years, miller can appreciate just what the dark knight returns universe has become at dc, inspiring liveaction films, animation and more comic book tales. The story of the dark knight returns centers around a middle aged bruce wayne who comes out of a ten year retirement to clean up the streets of gotham city. When originally published, the series was simply titled batman. Nov 21, 2015 three decades after its original release, batman. Jan 12, 2014 the dark knight introduces a female, yearold robin. The only catch is that he needs his old friend to do him on last favor. Aug 15, 2012 the return of harvey dent as twoface finally prompts wayne to once again don the dark knight s cowl, and his dramatic capture of the villain returns him to crimefighting simultaneously making. What digital items do customers buy after viewing this item. The last crusade, the tale of batmans last adventure before his retirement and eventual return years later. The dark knight returns is set in a dystopian version of gotham city in 1986. Tons of awesome the dark knight returns wallpapers to download for free.
Alfred tries to stop batman from training her by mentioning the robin who died, and batman snaps, he was a good soldier. The dark knight returns ost by christopher drake thecartoonboy999 9. The figures that represent the authority should be selfless and work only to. Free essays on the dark knight returns the illustrated book. Reflecting on the past 30 years, miller can appreciate just what the dark knight returns universe has become at dc, inspiring liveaction. The dark knight returns casts a long, enduring shadow on. The dark knight returns is a batman story written by frank miller with illustrations by miller, klaus janson, and lynn varley in 1986.
The dark knight returns is a seminal contribution to graphic novel fiction and was hugely influential both within the comic book industry generally and upon the characterisation of batman in particular. The st the dark knight returns is a batman story written by frank miller with illustrations by miller, klaus janson, and lynn varley in 1986. Vintage original 1996 batman 34 by 22 dc detective comics dark knight returns comic book promotional promo poster pinup 1. The dark knight returns is the story of one mans journey to discovering his true self and finding comfort within. Unmasking the phantasm is just one of the twists in batman. Gotham is in a heat wave, and it has been ten years since the last sighting of the batman.
The dark knight returns opens with bruce wayne, the famous million heir of gotham, in a car race that ends in crash. The dark knight returns is a 1986 fourissue comic book miniseries starring batman, written by. Frank miller released the illustrated book, the dark knight returns. Conflicted throughout most of his life, bruce waynes mission never changes. The authority should be a moral force and represent justice. Im debating buying a copy of this online, and since ive never had a second printing and only want first printing.
The series is spun out of the events of the return of bruce wayne and the road home. The dark knight returns the history of the batmobile. Previously, splash pages of the dark knight returns have sold for up to half a million dollars. Years to train and study and planhere, in the endless cave, far past the burnt remains of a crime fighter whose time has passed it begins herean armyto bring sense to a world plagued by worse than thieves and murderersthis will be a good life. This is also the only book in the series that is canon to the main comics all star batman and robin. A solid page from a true bit of comic book history, as rendered in ink over graphite on dc bristol board with an image area of 11 x 17. Oct 08, 2014 history get youtube premium get youtube tv. How much will these pages of dark knight and watchmen sell.
The dark knight, with a different subtitle for each issue the dark knight returns, the. All four issues of the story collected into this hardcover book originally released in 1986. Gordon wants to keep them all locked up, but batman tells him that the only way to bring the gang down is to have them defeated and humiliated. This two part feature length length animated treatment of the dark knight mythos, based on the ground breaking graphic novel from comic icon frank miller, has everything fans of bob kanes immortal antihero could want, without the camp and without the tongue in cheek attempts at softening the blows.
Almost without volition, bruce wayne is sucked back into the lifestyle and calling he had given up decades earlier. The dark knight returns is a batman comic book miniseries written and drawn by frank miller and published by dc comics from february to. Frank miller comics this study guide consists of approximately 27 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Nov 01, 2002 the dark knight returns is a seminal contribution to graphic novel fiction and was hugely influential both within the comic book industry generally and upon the characterisation of batman in particular. The first story i will be reading this semester is frank millers critically acclaimed graphic novel, the dark knight returns, which was first published in 1986.
Dawn of justice swoops into movie theaters around the world, this is an opportunity to analyze the comic miniseries that inspired it, frank millers the dark knight returns 1986. This shopping feature will continue to load items when the enter key is pressed. The main conflicts in the world of the dark knight returns revolve around escalating crime in gotham city and forces of the authority attempting to control it. The dark knight returns is the story of one mans journey to discovering his true self and finding comfort within it. How can you tell the difference between 1st and 2nd printings. The dark knight, with a different subtitle for each issue the dark knight returns, the dark knight. The dark knight returns, is a 1986 fourissue comic book miniseries starring batman, written by frank miller, illustrated by miller and klaus janson, and published by dc comics.
Debuting in february of 1986, frank millers fourpart miniseries offered a bold reinterpretation of batman and his world, one that aggressively worked to shatter the popular perception of the character created by the batman tv series of the 60s. The dark knight returns is een vierdelige miniserie comics uit 1986 geschreven en getekend door frank miller. Feb 23, 2016 in 1986 the writerartist delivered his seminal masterpiece, the dark knight returns, offering a bold new direction for the character while in turn ushering in a whole new era of comic storytelling. Stan lee makes a cameo during frank millers batman. Frank miller on his dark knight returns 30 years later. Batman the dark knight returns hc 1986 dc comic books. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. The dark knight returns remains one of the most popular if not the most popular batman stories ever told, a fact perhaps underscored by.
You can also upload and share your favorite the dark knight returns wallpapers. All four issues of the story collected into this hardcover book originally. The dark knight returns is a 1986 fourissue comic book miniseries starring batman, written by frank miller, illustrated by miller and klaus janson, and published by dc comics. Special edition of the dark knight returns limited to 4000 signed and numbered copies. Find the value of the dc comic dark knight returns. The guild welcomes all editors with a good grasp of english and wikipedia s policies and guidelines to help in the drive to improve articles. The dark knight returns is a twopart directtovideo animated superhero film, an adaptation of the 1986 comic book the dark knight returns by frank miller. The dark knight introduces a female, yearold robin. If any comic has a claim to have truly reinvigorated the genre, then the dark knight returns by frank millerknown also for his excellent sin city series and his superb rendering of the blind superhero daredevilis probably the top contender. This study guide consists of approximately 27 pages of chapter summaries, quotes, character analysis, themes, and more everything you need to sharpen your knowledge of batman. Mar 24, 2016 cover by frank millerdc comics editors note. The dark knight returns is a batman comic book miniseries written and drawn by frank miller and published by dc comics from february to june 1986. Frank millers eyes for dramatic lines, klaus jansons inking and lynn varleys coloring lift this literature up to the top of mainstream comics.
This article is adapted from a paper i presented at the 2009 midwest popular culture. Visit our project page if youre interested in joining. The dark knight returns alternatively titled batman. How can you tell the difference between 1st and 2nd. It consists of a fourissue miniseries, first published in 1986. The dark knight returns 30th anniversary edition 9781401263119. The story also features the return of classic foes such as twoface and the joker, and culminates with a. Is this the correct timeline for the dark knight returns. The return of harvey dent as twoface finally prompts wayne to once again don the dark knights cowl, and his dramatic capture of the villain returns him to crimefighting simultaneously making. Batman the dark knight returns 1986 internet archive. It was directed by jay oliva, who worked as a storyboard artist on man of steel, under the red hood, year one and batman v superman.
While i doubt the book deserves all the praise it got i dont think it is the reason for supermans lower popularity, that. The dark knight returns comic books for sale online. Gordon returns to the leaders cell, relieves the guard, and allows the mutant captain to escape. This will in all likelihood sell for much less but may still break the sixfigure mark. The dark knight is a comic book series starring batman. A version of this article was copy edited by miniapolis, a member of the guild of copy editors, on january 14, 20. Bruce wayne resumes his duty as batman and founds batman incorporated during the series publication, the batman comic books were divided between bruce wayne and dick grayson. Batman the dark knight returns 1986 comic books mycomicshop.
It will have enough minor defects that it is in clearly worse condition than a brand new freshly published comic, magazine, or book. All star batman and robin vol 2 its apparently going to happen, but its just really delayed spawnbatman. The dark knight returns 30th anniversary edition by frank. Frank miller, along with cowriter brian azarrello and artist john romita jr. The hard goodbye a dame to kill for the big fat kill that yellow bastard family values hell and back. If you have questions, please direct them to our talk page. On this page batman convinces the mutants to help save the city and we get to see james gordon in action as well. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. The ending discussion or paper topic graphic version. In 1986 the writerartist delivered his seminal masterpiece, the dark knight returns, offering a bold new direction for the character while in turn ushering in a whole new era of comic storytelling. Only here will you discover allnew revelations about batmans past, his archrival the joker and the most grueling battle of batmans life the choice between his love of a beautiful woman and his vow to be the defender of right. History get youtube premium get youtube tv best of youtube music sports gaming movies tv shows news. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans.