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CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7
Cover Date: Oct 1985
Cover Price: $1.25
Publisher: dccomics.com
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Credits
"Beyond the Silent Night" (42 pgs)
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writer:
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Marv Wolfman
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art:
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George Perez
Jerry Ordway
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colors:
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Tom Ziuko
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letters:
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John Costanza
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editor:
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N/A
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posted Sep 22, 2020, 10:44 PM by Vu Sleeper
From Vu, Thanks to Ilke
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
Stone Protectors #2 (Jul 1994) published by Harvey Comics. Scan from ebay.com
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posted Jun 22, 2020, 4:49 PM by Vu Sleeper
From cbr.com
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
Excerpt: In order to sell the stakes of the story and the consequences,
Wolfman made a list of DC characters who could be killed in the course
of the event. That turned out to be pretty much everybody, but a couple
of major deaths resonate still, including Supergirl.
At the time, Supergirl was considered an awkward piece of Golden Age
lore. DC wanted to focus on Superman and Superman alone, so she died and
erased from continuity. Until she came back, which would be a lingering
problem with the story.
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posted Nov 28, 2019, 5:50 AM by Vu Nguyen
@alamorules writes:
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
This is base on the cover of issue #7 of CRISIS. People on the chat
asked last week for Devilman and other Go Nagai characters. George Perez
one of my favorites. Learn a lot from him. Juan Soto
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DCeased #2 is out now
posted Jun 29, 2019, 9:03 AM
plasma5o5 writes:
DCEASED #2 (Arthur Suydam cover) (05 Jun 2019)
DC Comics
Dceased 2 #arthursuydam Variant. I love this cover because it’s a
throwback to Crisis on infinite earths 7 #dceased #dc
#crisisoninfiniteearths
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Crisis #7 homage by Alex Ross
posted Jun 29, 2019, 8:57 AM
From Vu
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
Alex Ross homage to CRISIS #7 featuring Christopher Reeve and Helen Slater
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posted Jan 29, 2019, 8:33 PM by Vu Nguyen
From Vu
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
The approval of Supergirl's death was done on a post-it note from Dick Giordano to Jenette Kahn.
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posted Dec 1, 2018, 9:41 AM by Vu Sleeper
@ganzo_mcfly writes:
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
Crisis on Gervasio's Earth A little tribute of one epic cover about one
of the best story in the world, but in this time with my owns
characters, captain garbanzo and king beaver
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Action Comics #973 homage cover to Crisis #7
posted Feb 8, 2017, 6:30 PM by Vu Nguyen [ updated Feb 8, 2017, 6:36 PM ]
At my local comic book store, I noticed that the new Action Comics #973 (Variant Cover) by Gary Frank is an homage to Crisis #7. The comic book came out today, February 8th.
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posted Jan 17, 2017, 8:55 PM by Vu Nguyen
According to gamefilia.com, the Fringe alternate Crisis #7 cover (featuring a Supergirl holding a dead Superman) the Fringe's Crisis art was originally drawn by Juvaun Kirby, but the actual published version used on the television show and comic book cover, was modified by Carlos D'Anda by copying Kirby's cover and changing Supergirl's hair.
Image below for comparison.
Juvaun Kirby:
Carlos D'Anda:
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Legion of Superheroes Homage to Crisis #7
posted Jan 12, 2017, 9:36 PM by Vu Nguyen
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
Legion
of Superheroes Homage to Crisis On Infinite Earths Issue 7 ( Infinite
Timelines : A Multiplicity Of Murders - Chapter 17 )
Artists: John Watson (All) , Russell Payne (Finisher)
Description
With so many homages done to this cover over the
years, I am truly amazed that no one else had drawn these characters
like this, before the talented Mr. Watson did. With the iconic pose and
the carefully detailed lines of every background character, John just
blew this one right out of the water.
Superboy is holding the
broken body of Reserve Legionnaire, Lana Lang aka Insect Queen. Why was
she singled out ? Simply because Superboy loved her and Duo wanted to be
the object of that love & affection. If you check out the panels
below that inspired this Chapter, the reality unfolds.
From her
simple yet telling declaration of love at his funeral, to the classic
image of her fuming as she crawls alone thru the tunnel under the Kent's
house later crying herself to sleep as she realized the futility of
that love, the seeds of Lana's doom & destruction were planted.
There
are those who might argue; it should be a Superman holding a Lois Lane
but Duo knew Kal-el/Clark best as a boy and as a boy it was Lana who
held sway in his heart. Her interaction with Lana was greater than with
Lois, because of her Insect Queeen adventures, and it was that, which
made her the bigger target.
As for the characters who are
gathered, there will be a bunch of folks that are not familiar to even
the most fervent of Legion followers. John did an amazing series of
commissions last year for a fellow Legion fan who wanted an Earth 3 Evil
Legion story-line. If you have not seen them , do yourself a favor and
check them out over on John Watson's blog. It was gripping and
imaginative. I asked for permission to have them included in the crowd
scene and it was graciously given. I figured they would bask in this
"victory" as the other Legion mourn.
I want to thank John &
Russ for their hard work on this and so many other commissions.It is a
powerful image. Insect Queen is dead and Duo has Superboy in her sights
but this is not going to be a normal courtship, this is Fatal Attraction
Legion-style and it cannot end well.
Enjoy
Aidan
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CBR: The 15 Most Heroic Superhero Deaths of All-Time
posted Nov 16, 2016, 4:55 AM by Vu Nguyen
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #8 (Nov 1985)
DC Comics
In “Crisis on Infinite Earths” #7 (by Marv Wolfman, George Perez,
Dick Giordano and Jerry Ordway), the Anti-Monitor had greatly succeeded
in his plan to destroy the Multiverse, as the Multiverse was down to
just five Earths. The Anti-Monitor then came up with a device powered by
stellar energy that he could use to destroy these remaining Earths. A
group of some of the most powerful heroes on Earth showed up to attack
the Anti-Monitor and destroy his weapon. Among the heroes were Superman,
his cousin Supergirl and a brand-new hero, Doctor Light, who was still getting the hang of being a superhero.
During the battle, the Anti-Monitor and Superman went one-on-one and
Superman was badly beaten. Doctor Light was amazed that Supergirl
stepped in and saved her cousin, deciding that Superman was not going to
die today. Doctor Light couldn’t believe the heroism that she saw in
this young woman. It inspired her to become a true hero herself.
Supergirl took on the Anti-Monitor and managed to destroy his weapon,
but in the process, she was killed. She managed to save her cousin,
though, which was her main heroic goal (and, of course, all the
aforementioned Earths).
1. Flash
In the previously mentioned event’s next issue (by Wolfman, Perez and
Ordway), the Anti-Monitor went to his back-up plan, an anti-matter
cannon, to destroy the remaining Earths. This time around, it was Barry Allen, the Flash,
the fastest man alive, who had to stop him. As heroic as Supergirl’s
death was, she didn’t 100% know that she was going to die when she went
into her battle with the Anti-Monitor. She knew it was a very strong
possibility (since she just saw what the Anti-Monitor did to her
cousin), but she still hoped to make it out of the battle alive.
That is the difference between her death and Barry Allen’s: Barry
knew that the only way he could stop the anti-matter cannon was to run
so fast that he would force its energies back onto itself, a process
that Barry knew would kill him in the process (since the anti-matter
energy was draining Barry as he was pushing it back upon itself). Barry
Allen was a wonderful hero, though, so he pushed himself to the limit
(and beyond) to save the Multiverse. Making it even more tragic was that
he was completely aware throughout the process, constantly challenged
by the dark thoughts of what he was doing to himself for the good of
others. Very touching stuff, which is why it is the most heroic
superhero death of all-time!
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Pathfinder: Worldscape #1 (Variant Cover) is an homage to Crisis #7
posted Nov 15, 2016, 5:29 AM by Vu Nguyen
Thanks to Ilke for sending in this Crisis #7 homage by Sean Izaakse.
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Pathfinder Worldscape (2016) #1C
Published Oct 2016 by Dynamite Entertainment.
Written by Erik Mona. Art by Jonathan Lau. Cover by Sean Izaakse. Into
the Worldscape - Dynamite's fantasy adventure crossover event kicks off
as the Pathfinders are drawn into the mysterious Worldscape, where the
greatest warriors of Hyboria, Barsoom, Golarion and Earth clash in an
ancient battle of life and death! Magic, monsters, and mystery
co-starring Red Sonja! The Worldscape beckons in a tale written by
Pathfinder publisher Erik Mona (Pathfinder: Hollow Mountain) with art
from Jonathan Lau (Red Sonja and Cub). Contains a Pathfinder RPG rules
appendix and a bonus pull-out poster map! 32 pages, full color. Rated T+
Cover price $4.99.
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Doom Patrol #3's homage to Crisis #7
posted Nov 15, 2016, 4:42 AM by Vu Nguyen [ updated Nov 15, 2016, 4:47 AM ]
In the latest issue of Doom Patrol #3, "It's a Doomed World After All" by Gerard Way with art by Nick Derington, an interior page is an homage to Crisis on Infinite Earths #7.
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Kevin Smith's custom Supergirl Season 2, Episode 9 T-Shirt
posted Nov 10, 2016, 9:30 PM by Vu Nguyen
SUPERGIRL S02E02: The Last Children of Krypton (17 Oct 2016)
The CW
Thursday, November 10, 2016 at 11:19am
This is the wrap gift t-shirt I gave to all the @supergirlcw cast and
crew member who made my episode. Now having worked on both #Supergirl
and @cwtheflash, I can equate the experience to making both a sfx
extravaganza AND an indie flick at the same time: you have the talent
and tools of a big budget movie but the time of a low budget flick. Most
of the folks who work on these shows COME from feature films and do
work you'd normally see in feature films - but do it in only 8 days. So
it feels natural to celebrate the end of our journey the same way we
wrap movies: with a free, commemorative t-shirt! Drawn by the always
amazing @jeffquigley, we crib the most iconic Supergirl image in comics
history: Superman holding his fallen cousin on the cover of
#crisisoninfiniteearths. But standing in for the #manofsteel is the Man
of Shhhh himself, #silentbob.
Hopefully, this image isn't a prognosticator of my episode somehow
killing the show I love. If there's any bad about #supergirllives, it's
entirely mine: because the cast and crew made a fantastic episode. I
know this not only because I was there watching when they did it, but
also because I've already peeped some of the scenes our editor Barbara
cut together. This thank you t-shirt is the least I can do for the folks
who made me look like I might be good at my job.
Still image from Supergirl's "The Last Children of Krypton" Episode
posted Oct 23, 2016, 10:12 AM by Vu Nguyen
SUPERGIRL S02E02: The Last Children of Krypton (17 Oct 2016)
The CW
Here is a still from "The Last Children of Krypton" episode:
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Supergirl television show pays homage to Crisis #7
posted Oct 23, 2016, 9:58 AM by Vu Nguyen [ updated Oct 23, 2016, 9:58 AM ]
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7
(Oct 1985)
DC Comics
‘Supergirl’ ‘Crisis On Infinite Earths’ Cover Unveiled
by Denise Petski October 17, 2016 12:50pm
The CW has released a mock cover of one of the DC Crisis covers
featuring the Man Of Steel (Tyler Hoechlin) carrying his cousin
Supergirl (Melissa Benoist).
It’s an homage to the iconic image from the cover of Crisis on Infinite
Earths #7. The image is taken from a scene in tonight’s episode in which
Supergirl is injured and Superman picks her up and rescues her. The
Supergirl episode, “The Last Children of Krypton,” airs tonight at 8 PM
on The CW.
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Interview with Neal Adams regarding Action Comics #49
posted Feb 3, 2016, 7:55 PM by Vu Nguyen
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7
(Oct 1985)
DC Comics
NEAL ADAMS MONTH: A Classic Gaffe Makes a Classic Cover
Posted By Dan Greenfield on Feb 3, 2016
EXCLUSIVE COMMENTARY: Brave and the Bold #84? Meet Action Comics #49.
(excerpt)
Dan: Now, when you picked Superman and Supergirl like this, were you thinking because of Crisis on Infinite Earths? The George Perez version of the cover?
Neal: No! I’ll tell you the truth, I was thinking of a good display for Supergirl because she’s on television. I thought, “We’re not doing enough with Supergirl. We wanna see Supergirl some more.”
It just seemed like, Superman holding Supergirl —
who is presumably either dead or somehow disabled — is a good idea. And
it works for the theme — it really does work for the theme. You might
say Batman and Sgt. Rock doesn’t necessarily work for the theme because it was too —
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Neal Adams on Neal Adams
posted Jan 31, 2016, 6:10 PM by Vu Nguyen
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7
(Oct 1985)
DC Comics
@sdinma writes:
5:19 PM - 31 Jan 2016
Isn't this particular image mirroring the work of @perezartist?
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Back Issue #84 feature an article on Supergirl's death in Crisis
posted Jul 6, 2015, 11:40 PM by Vu Nguyen
BACK ISSUE! #84 (19 Sep 2015)
TwoMorrows Publishing
Back Issue! 84
October 2015 - 84 FULL-COLOR pages
From hot pants to headbands, it’s Supergirl in the Bronze Age in BACK
ISSUE #84 (84 FULL-COLOR pages, $8.95)! The Maid of Might’s 1970s and
1980s adventures, including her death in Crisis on Infinite Earths and
her many rebirths. Plus: an ALAN BRENNERT interview, behind the scenes
of the Supergirl movie starring HELEN SLATER, Who is Superwoman?, and a
look at the DC Superheroes Water Ski Show. With PAUL KUPPERBERG, ELLIOT
MAGGIN, MARV WOLFMAN, and many more. Featuring a jam cover recreation of
Adventure Comics #397 by KARL HEITMUELLER, JR. and friends (STEPHEN
DeSTEFANO, BOB FINGERMAN, DEAN HASPIEL, KRISTEN McCABE, JON MORRIS, and
JACKSON PUBLICK). Edited by MICHAEL EURY.
Diamond Comic Distributors Order Code: JUN151772
This product will be in stock on Wednesday 16 September, 2015.
Preview:
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Marvel Comics: In the 1980s
posted Dec 27, 2014, 8:37 AM by Vu Nguyen
Vu: I saw this cover artwork from a distance and instantly thought of CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985), but upon closer inspection I realized the cover artwork they used was taken from UNCANNY X-MEN #136 (Aug 1980)
(by John Byrne). It really is 'uncanny' how similar the two covers
are, even though George Perez have gone on record to say that his cover
was not based on Byrne's design.
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Marvel Comics: In the 1980s: An Issue-By-Issue Field Guide to a Pop-Culture Phenomenon
224 page Trade Paperback - by Pierre Comtois
TwoMorrows
Publishing presents Marvel Comics in the 1980s, the third volume in
Pierre Comtois’ heralded series covering the pop culture phenomenon on
an issue-by-issue basis! This new book covers Marvel’s final historical
phase, when the movement begun by Stan Lee, Jack Kirby, and Steve Ditko
moved into a darker era that has yet to run its course. The 1980s saw
Stan Lee's retreat to the West Coast, Jim Shooter's rise and fall as
editor-in-chief, the twin triumphs of Frank Miller and John Byrne, the
challenge of independent publishers, and the weakening hold of the
Comics Code Authority that led to the company's creative downfall—and
ultimately the marginalization of the industry itself. Comics such as
the Chris Claremont/John Byrne X-Men, Frank Miller's Daredevil, the New
Universe, Roger Stern's Avengers and Spider-Man, the new wave of dark
heroes such as Wolverine and the Punisher, and more are all covered, in
the analytic detail—and often irreverent manner—readers have come to
expect from the previous 1960s and 1970s
volumes. However, the 1980s represented years of upheaval in the comics
industry—with Marvel at the center of the storm—so expect a bumpy ride
in the 1980s decade that marked the beginning of the end of Marvel
Comics as you knew them!
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ISBN-10: 1-60549-059-8
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George Perez's letter from CBG #954 (Feb 28, 1992)
posted Nov 9, 2014, 9:00 PM by Vu Nguyen
COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #954 (28 Feb 1992)
Krause Publication
Originally published in COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #954 (28 Feb 1992) , Krause Publication
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George Perez writes:
After 17 years, imagine my surprise to actually be writing a second
letter to your publication within one month's time. I am addressing my
comments to Mark Engblom's letter (and, indirectly, to John Byrne's
message to you by voice mail) regarding my comments about homage covers
in general and the cover of Crisis on Infinite Earths #7 in particular.
First,
Mark, thanks for bringing this particular subject out into the light. I
originally had a statement in my letter pertaining to this exact case
but decided to delete it because it made me sound self-serving and it
took away from the intent of the letter. If I recall correctly (and I
may be wrong, since I don't have a copy of my original letter in front
of me), I said that the only conscious instances of my copying another
artist's cover design were the Action Comics and The New Titans covers to which I referred. The incredible similarity between the Crisis #7 cover and the Uncanny X-Men
("Death of Phoenix") cover was simply one of those crazy coincidences
that pop up in this industry from time to time. (And provide for great
subjects of speculation in the recurring deja vu feature.)
MIGHTY THOR #127 (Apr 1966)
Marvel Comics
UNCANNY X-MEN #136 (Aug 1980)
Marvel Comics
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7
(Oct 1985)
DC Comics
For those who tuned in late: The Uncanny X-Men
cover to which Engblom referred showed Cyclops cradling a dead Phoenix
in a pose eerily similar to the one of Superman cradling the equally
dead Supergirl on my later Crisis cover. When I was first approached about it by a fan years ago, I admit that I was bowled over. I hadn't read an issue of Uncanny X-Men
in some time and could honestly not recall ever having seen John's
cover, and I definitely didn't use it as my design guide. However, the
layout was so startlingly similar that even I began to doubt whether or
not I was inadvertently inspired by it.
For the
record, my original inspiration for the cover was an early Jack Kirby
cover showing Odin cradling Thor. I wanted to get the same impact, but
designed it totally on my own without actually referring to the Kirby
piece to suit the needs of the comic book on which I was working. It's
like having a super-hero fly and immediately imagining Curt Swan's
Superman as an inspiration without deliberately aping his style or
composition. If John (or anyone else for that matter) thinks I actually
took my Crisis cover idea from him, I just want to say here and
now that it wasn't so. If it were, I certainly would have acknowledged
it. However, having been a fan of John's work for many years, it
wouldn't surprise me if some of his design sense just rubbed off on me,
much as it has with so many artists whom I have admired.
Thanks for giving me the chance to clear things up.
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Ben Frost's Small McDonalds Fries Packages
posted Oct 24, 2014, 2:39 PM by Vu Nguyen
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
Pop artist Ben Frost (not to be confused with musician Ben Frost) used George Perez's CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 on one of these McDonalds Fries art. It is sold out.
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- Artwork dimensions: 80 mm x 100 mm
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ABOUT THE ARTWORK
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even mortuary toe-tags.
By adding new painted elements to the
objects that we use and dispose of every day, I'm re-contextualizing the
branding, advertising and even the item itself. I want the viewer to
look twice at these disposable objects and question what it means, how
it fits into their life and what their role in the endless chain of
consumption is.
For me, re-purposing packaging into 'art' is not only a social subversion, but my own statement on contemporary recycling."
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Bizarro Crisis #7
posted Feb 12, 2011 11:55 AM by vu sleeper
From www.giantbomb.com
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
Mark Meer
Mark Meer is a Canadian voice actor and is largely known for his work as Commander Shepard in the Mass Effect series.
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Fringe
May 22, 2010, 12:21 PM by Vu Sleeper
Just a quickie since this iPad ability to edit text isn't as
full-featured as a desktop version. I wanted to say that it was a
surprise to watch my favorite series FRINGE to see CRISIS #7 in the
background. In this alternate Earth, Superman died in the arms of
Supergirl). You can read more details on the Source DC blog. (images to come later).
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Human Target explains Crisis on Infinite Earths
posted Feb 4, 2010 12:38 AM by vu sleeper [ updated 14 hours agoFeb 4, 2010 1:04 AM ]
From Ilke
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
Tonight's episode of Human Target featured a character disguised as a
monk talking about Crisis on Infinite Earths, likening Flash to Jesus
in his death and subsequent resurrection. The cover of Crisis #7
(Superman holding Supergirl) was shown.
From Vu
According to tvrage.com. Episode #4 will air on hulu.com (overseas will have to use a proxy to view this US-based website).
Human Target (2010) :: Sanctuary (01x04)
Production Number: 2J5155
Original Airdate: Wednesday February 03rd, 2010
Episode Crew
Director: Sanford Bookstaver (1)
Writer: Kalinda Vazquez
Episode Summary
Chance must protect a reformed thief being chased by his former
accomplices as they try to retrieve religious artifacts that have been
stashed in a Canadian monastery.
Main Cast
• Mark Valley played Christopher Chance
• Chi McBride played Winston
• Jackie Earle Haley played Guerrero
Guest Stars
• Sam Huntington played John Gray
• William Mapother played Sam Fisher
• Peter Bryant (1) played Abbot Stevens
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Aventure Comics #5 homage to Crisis #7 cover
posted Sep 7, 2009 8:34 PM by vu sleeper
From dcu.blog.dccomics.com, thanks to ES
It’s Monday — have you seen the cover to ADVENTURE COMICS #5?
Monday, September 7th, 2009 By Alex Segura
Well, you will, dear Source readers. All in due time. But first, a few things:
Because of the holiday, “blogging will be light” today. Meaning,
this is basically it. Also, I’m on vacation. Heck, I might be on the
beach as you read this. But fear not — thanks to great advances in
blogging technology, it’ll be like I never left. You’ll get your
regular dose of Source goodness at the usual times. But please, try to miss me.
Oh, right. I promised the cover to ADVENTURE COMICS #5. Well, here it is. See you in a week.
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DC Comics Covergirls Reprints Crisis #7 Cover
posted Mar 9, 2009 1:34 PM by vu sleeper
From ebay.com
DC COMICS COVERGIRLS (HC)
(May 2007)
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About the item: This awesome copy of DC Covergirls is signed by hand by
11 of the contributing creators. In the order their signatures appear
in the book, it is signed by Darwyn Cooke, George Perez, Dick Giordano,
Adam Hughes, Amanda Conner, Jimmy Palmotti, Phil Noto, Chuck Dixon,
Ethan Van Sciver, Greg Land, and Brandon Peterson. Book is in excellent
condition and will be shipped with the utmost care.
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Grant Morrison: Final Crisis Exit Interview, Part 1
posted Jan 28, 2009 12:51 PM by vu sleeper
From newsarama.com
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
Grant Morrison: Final Crisis Exit Interview, Part 1
By Matt Brady posted: 28 January 2009 11:45 am ET
With Final Crisis #7
hitting today, we wanted to check in one more time before the end with
Gran Morrison to ask him some lingering questions, and give him a
chance to explain some of the trickier aspects of the story to date.
As always, Morrison’s answers were educations in and of
themselves, and hey, we know you’re not here to read introductions, so
let’s get right to it.
(excerpt)
NRAMA: That said, what exactly makes this the Final
Crisis? Is it the Final Crisis of the Fourth World, considering that
the Fifth World is being born? Otherwise, since the multiverse still
exists, there could conceivably be more crises, right?
GM: More than anything else, it’s the Final Crisis of the Monitors, as we’ll see in #7 and brings that story from Crisis On Infinite Earths
to a logical conclusion. It’s also the Final Crisis of the Fourth
World. How the challenges, possibilities and rules of the emerging
Fifth World are developed is something that will either be acknowledged
or overlooked by other DC creators in the years to come.
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Vintage Spandex: Crisis on Infinite Earths #7
16 August 2008, 11:44PM CDT by vu (vu sleeper)
From vintagespandex.blogspot.com
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985) |
Crisis on Infinite Earths #7
Saturday, August 16, 2008
"Beyond The Silent Night"
October 1985
Marv Wolfman (writer and editor), George Pérez (penciler), Dick
Giordano and Jerry Ordway (inkers), Tom Ziuko (colorer), John Costanza
(letterer), Jenette Kahn (editor in chief)
While
Brainiac teleports Captain Marvel foes Dr. Sivana and Ibbac to his
satellite, the Harbinger, Alexander Luthor, and Pariah gather together
Lady Quark and representatives from the surviving earths: the Earth-1
and Earth-2 Supermans, Captain Marvel, Blue Beetle, and Uncle Sam. At
the brink of the Monitor's netherverse, the Harbinger explains that the
Crisis began on the planet Oa millions of years ago, where and when the
scientist Krona, against the warnings of Oan legend, used a device to
view the birth of the universe. Somehow Krona's actions changed the
process of the universe's formation, causing both an antimatter
universe and multiple parallel positive matter universes to be created.
According to the Harbinger, the Oans formed the Manhunters and then the
Green Lantern Corps to atone for the what Krona did.
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5 August 2008, 10:50AM CDT by vu (vu sleeper)
[updated at 10:58AM CDT]
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Comics Should Be Good Top 50 Countdown! - #7
Monday, August 4th, 2008 at 11:04 PM EST
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985) |
Crisis on Infinite Earths #7
#7 is surprising in how few notable issues happened at that number.
New Gods #7 was “The Pact,” which detailed the origin of the current
situation between Apokolips and New Genesis, and the whole “Scott Free
swapping places with Orion” story, which is a big part of New Gods
history.
The very first Neil Gaiman Sandman storyline ended with Sandman #7.
Amazing Spider-Man #7 was the first time a Spider-Man villain returned (the Vulture, by the by).
The Fantastic Four and the Justice League of America are noted in
how UNnotable their seventh issues were - really lowlights, actually.
The most notable issue other than the one representing this number
would be Daredevil #7, which was the first appearance of the Wally
Wood-designed red costume for Daredevil. That’s a big part of comic
book history, but I think that the seventh issue of Crisis on Infinite
Earths - the death of Supergirl, stands out a bit more, mostly due to:
A. The shock of a major character dying like this
and
B. The famous George Perez cover
Those two combine to make this a comic that continues to be referred
to over and over again - heck, we were just discussing it a month ago,
vis a vis the Perez cover (which has been homaged a lot since then).
So that’s the pick.
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Summer of Superman: Top 10 Covers
19 July 2008, 9:59AM CDT by vu (vu sleeper)
From www.comixfan.com
SUMMER OF SUPERMAN: TOP TEN COVERS
Summer of Superman: Top Ten Covers
By: John H, Jordan T. Maxwell, Michael Regan
Editor: Jordan T. Maxwell
70 years ago, in the summer of 1938, two kids from Cleveland, Ohio
changed the world forever. From their collaborative imagination sprang
a hero who has endured for seven decades, transcending his home in
comic books to conquer almost every other medium of art and
entertainment and catalyzing the creation of an entire genre. He is
more than just a fictional superhero. He is an icon (not a bird). He is
an ideal (not a plane). He is...SUPERMAN!
(excerpt)
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AVENGERS/JLA #4
(Feb 2004)
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#7 Avengers/JLA #4
Artist: George Perez
Fierce. Savage. Ruthless. His expression and stance is far from
mild-mannered. Truly a powerful image by George Perez. This image
contrasts greatly with the cover from the previous JLA/Avengers issue. The cover for JLA/Avengers
#3 was an overwhelming kinetic display, with a multitude of characters
jumping in every direction. Following on the heels of that image this
cover, featuring a focused and centered single iconic character bearing
the two iconic objects of other characters, is that much more powerful
in its impact and storytelling. Superman, brutally beaten, the last man
standing, bearing Captain America’s shield and worthy of wielding the
mighty Thor’s hammer, Mjolnir...a combination of great iconic elements
representative of both Marvel and DC. Elements of this gritty image
such as his stance, the way his torn costume reveals his hyper-muscular
physique, the shield...heck, replace the hammer with a sword, and this
Superman cover draws a lot of its energy and strength from its affinity
to the great Conan art of John Buscema, Ken Kelly, Frank Frazetta, Earl
Norem and Boris Vallejo. Fierce. Savage. Ruthless.
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985) |
#2 Crisis on Infinite Earths #7
Artist: George Perez
Like his mild mannered alter ego, Superman is stoic, slow to anger.
Seldom jovial. And rarely repentant, sorrowful or bereft. Yet the
weight of those final three emotions are conveyed so flawlessly in this
single image. Superman’s facial expression is incredibly heavy and
wrought with heartache. The image is often mistakenly called a Pietà
image, named after Michelangelo’s “Pietà” (a sculpture of a seated
virgin Mary cradling the crucified Christ’s lifeless body). It is more
an evolution of the Pietà, where a mournful hero carries a fallen
character, usually a female. The image seems to have first appeared as
a magazine illustration by N.C. Wyeth, The Lost Vein, in 1916. When next seen in popular culture the image-motif was used for a poster of the 1935 monster film, Bride of Frankenstein by James Whale. The image was later used in monster movie posters of the 1950’s such as Creature From the Black Lagoon and The Forbidden Planet. Around this same time it was adapted to comics with Ace Comics Baffling Mysteries and then with Marvel Comics second issue of The Mighty Thor. However, it is probably most recognizable as the cover to the immensely popular and tragic Uncanny X-Men #136 (1980), the death of Jean Grey. The Crisis
cover differs slightly by the magnitude of the heroes gathered in the
background around Superman. And the fact that Superman does not have a
visor to conceal the anguish in his eyes. A powerful image no matter
the origin, and perhaps most resonant here as we stand witness to the
vulnerability of an impervious man. His cousin is dead and he is truly
alone. The image is so powerful and iconic that, despite all of the
similar images to come before, almost every cover done in this style
since have been direct homages to this moment of stark loss and
heartbreak.
Zombie Crisis #7
News 
Thu, 07 Jun 2007 01:31:40 CST
Vu
From WIZARD #189 (July 2007)
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ZOMBIE CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7
(2007), art by Authur Suydam
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DEAD GORGEOUS
written by Jeremy Brown
Published in WIZARD #189 (July 2007), wizardworld.com
Wizard commissioned Suydam to
boldy zombify something he's never zombiefied before: the DC Universe.
Turns out it was a match made in, um, heaven. "I looked at this as an
opportunity," says Suydam of his riff on the iconic "death of
Supergirl" image. "Because there were so many characters on it, I've
been working on it in pieces, kind of chipping away at it. The apple in
Supergirl's mouth just seemed right. Itwas like, 'Come and get it,
dinner's served!' and all the characters are just standing there
waiting." With hundreds of DC superheroes looking on, this piece of
artwork may well represent the crowning achievement of Suydam's
ghoulishly good work.. at least until Marvel Zombies 2 begins in September!
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A Guide to the Best Writers and Artists
News 
Fri, 11 May 2007 15:17:09 CST
Keith O'Neil
From www.keeneequinox.com
Comic book review: A guide to the best writers and artists
Issue date: 4/19/07, written by Keith O'Neil
Throughout the years, there have been
many comic book writers and artists. Some leave their marks on fans,
while others names escape even the most knowledgeable comic fans. But
those who do leave a mark leave it for a reason. Here is my list of the
top five comic book writers and artists of all time.
(excerpt)
5. George Perez
Most notable work: "Crisis on Infinite Earths" (#1-12, 1985)
His crisp, clean detailed
artwork along with the dynamic writing of "Marv Wolfman" is what made
their run on "The New Teen Titans" such a success. His work on the DC
Comics mega event "Crisis on Infinite Earth" is considered classic,
especially the cover to issue seven where Superman is holding the dead
body of the original Supergirl.
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Crisis #7: Best DC Cover of All Time
News 
Sun, 11 Feb 2007 00:49:52 CST
Vu
From www.dccomics.com
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
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DC Nation: #47
February 7, 2007
It's me, DC Art Director Mark
Chiarello, back wth the results to our "Best DC Cover of All Time" poll
from a month ago. By a surprisingly overwhelming margin, the winner (as
voted by you) is George Perez's cover to "CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS"
#7. In 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th place are "THE FLASH" #123 by Carmine
Infantino and Murphy Anderson, "THE DARK KNIGHT RETURNS" #1 by Frank
Miller and Lynn Varley, "ACTION COMICS" #1 (the granddaddy that started
it all!) by Joe Shuster and "THE KILLING JOKE" by Brian Bolland. Thanks
to the thousands of fans who voted, and congrats to the winners!
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Matt's Favorite Comic Stories of All Time, Part 3
News
Mon, 25 Dec 2006 18:38:51 CST
Vu
From kimota94.blogspot.com
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
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Favourite Comic Covers Part 3
Monday, December 25, 2006
(excerpt)
Ah, Crisis on Infinite
Earths # 7. This might be the one I end up voting for in DC's online
poll, because it's just so chock-full of comic goodness. Like Superman
vs Muhammad Ali's cover, this has a host of interesting folks in the
background to spend hours admiring. In this case, it's a veritable
who's who of the DC Universe that artist George Perez slaved away on to
provide the appropriate scene of grieving behind Superman and his
fallen cousin, Supergirl.
Related
Matt's Favorite Comic Stories of All Time
Sun, 19 Nov 2006 01:07:24 CST
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Random Comic Thoughts
News
Thu, 14 Dec 2006 18:51:57 CST
Vu
From perrynomasia.blogspot.com
Random Comic Thoughts
Thursday, December 14, 2006 | Posted by Fictive Speculator at 8:27 AM
(excerpt)
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
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DC is sponsoring a survey for the best DC comic cover ever. It's a
fascinating idea that will require some thought. My first thought was
Crisis 7, where Supergirl dies and we have the iconic image of Superman
holding her broken body drawn by George Perez. I also like Flash 123,
"Flash of Two Worlds", the first Golden Age/Silver Age crossover. But I
am left wondering if I like the covers because of the stories behind
them or if the covers themselves are really that worthy. At least I can
be certain that Eclipso 1, the cover with the plastic Eclipso diamond
stuck on it, should be out of the running. I'll have to give this more
thought. Any suggestions are welcome (and if you want to see the
world's greatest cover gallery, go to www.comics.org).
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Crisis Made a Hot Girl Ugly
News
Tue, 12 Dec 2006 18:29:05 CST
Vu
From goodcomics.comicbookresources.com
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
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Crisis Made a Hot Girl Ugly
Posted by Joe Rice, Tuesday, December 12th, 2006 2:20 PM
(excerpt)
Lastly, I'd like to talk about the art.
Now, I realize that George Perez has his fans. I may not care for his
art, but I do see that. But from what I can tell, his popularity is
based on the fact that he draws a lot of details. Take Neal Adams
(please!), add a lot more little lines all over the place, remove the
distinction between background and foreground, and instill the worst
design sense possible and BOOM you've got yourself a Perez. All those
lines! Liefeld puts them in too, but it's acceptable to make fun of him
on the internet. But George Perez is like unto a god! Have you ever
looked at his art in black and white? It looks like a combination of a
really hard maze in a coloring book and spaghetti. Very little is
distinguishable. I will admit that the best part of Crisis (other than
the two emotional punches of Supergirl's and Flash's deaths) is the
art. I would add, however, that's akin to saying was the best part of
being beaten up by a professional football team was they didn't use
their elbows very much.
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More In Depth Overview of Wizard World
News
Thu, 16 Nov 2006 20:21:11 CST
Vu
From losthours.spaces.live.com
More indepth overview of Wizard World Texas 2006
November 16 4:20:18 PM
(excerpt)
Later, I went to the Hero Initiative Booth (formerly A.C.T.O.R.)
, and asked the gentleman behind it if George Perez was signing yet. He
replied ni, that the signing started at 3:00. Unfortunatly, was to be
leaving to check into the hotel room long before that. I guess my face
showed some disappointment, because the guy asked, "Are you not going
to be here then?" and I told him no. Mr. Perez looked up from the
Firestar sketch he was drawing and said, jokingly "Oh, just go ahead
and let me sign, I hate to see a fan cry!" He then proceeded to sign my
Crisis on Infinite Earths #7 (death of Supergirl) and my Crisis retail promo poster
from back in the day. When he saw the poster, he exclaimed, "Oh my
goodness!" I think told him briefly about my house fire, and how 99% of
my collection was gone. The poster and comic where a few of the pieces
that survived. The booth guy said something about that being a miracle,
and Mr. Perez said, "You wanna see a real miracle?" He then pointed to
a woman who I believe was his wife "This woman, 3 kids!" They spoke for
a moment then I asked for a picture. He immediately handed the camera
to the booth guy, bound around the table, grabbed me around the
shoulder and the outcome is in the photo album! Great guy! I really enjoyed talking with him and meeting him.
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From www.dccomics.com
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Documentary
Thursday, August 24, 2006 4:52:13 PM
If you're still confused about the
history of the world we live in today, you're not alone. Follow us in
this ten part feature that sets the record straight once and for all in
our documentary History of the Universe.
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From Ilke Hincer
In Wizard #179's gallery of 43 covers which were "spawned" by the cover of Space Adventures #24,
it's written that "for behind-the-scenes creator commentary, log on to
wizarduniverse.com now!" And in small print it says "special thanks to
Neal Adams, Tom Brevoort, Alan Davis, Mark Evanier, Geoff Johns, Doug
Mahnke, George Perez and Alex Ross for their contributions."
So...did George provide "creator commentary" for the covers of Crisis on Infinite Earths #7 and maybe even Mighty Mouse #4? And will his comments be going up soon on www.wizarduniverse.com? That would be my guess.
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From WIZARD #179
COPY CAT
by Dylan Brucie
published in WIZARD #179 (Sep 2006)
Check out the most imitated cover of all time (at left) and the 43 covers it spawned!
 
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For
Sale :: Crisis On Infinite Earths #7 cover tribute done in DC animated
style for Toyfare Magazine #90 (2004) by Robert Pope (after Perez, with
some Timm thrown in for good measure)
Tuesday, January 17, 2006 5:44:07 PM
Artist: Robert Pope
Media Type: Pen and Ink
Art Type: Splash Page
For Sale Status: $400
DESCRIPTION:
This beautiful two-page spread was done for Toyfare Magazine #90. The Wizard website also has an interactive version of this piece at: www.wizarduniverse.com/../TF20041208-key.cfm This piece is available for $400. If you are interested in a commission from Robert, please contact me.
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CRISIS MODE
Wednesday, December 8
To celebrate the DC Animated VPG, ToyFare 90 unveils an homage to
classic George Perez 'Crisis' cover while Wizard Universe provides the
key
Since the
first appearance of Batman in his dark animated series of the early
‘90s, stylized renderings of classic comic book characters have
appeared in a variety of animated series.
To help you find the gems among the
1,900 Acapulco Heat Batman variants, ToyFare 90 highlights the best of
the bunch in a DC Animated Visual Price Guide that opens with a
stunning homage to George Perez's classic 'Crisis' (#7) comics cover,
featuring Superman holding the body of a lifeless Supergirl--by Robert
Pope in a definitively "animated" style.
Wizard Unvierse is proud to offer an
interactive character key so you can tell who's who. Just click here
for the interactive version of the character key and continue reading
for the complete list of our participants.
Top Tiers (l. to r.):
Hawk, Dove, Creeper, Crimson Fox, The Question, Waverider, Batgirl I,
Red Tornado, Captain Atom, Elongated Man, Green Arrow, Black Canary,
Wildcat, Martian Manhunter, Flash, Zatanna, Aztec
Lower Tiers(l. to r.): Hourman, Captain Marvel, Vigilante
1, Atom Smasher, Aquaman, Big Barda, Orion, Mr. Miracle, Nightwing,
Huntress, Vixen, The Ray, Robin, Obsidian, Metamorpho, Mary Marvel,
Doctor Midnight, B’wana Beast, John Stewart Green Lantern, Rocket Red,
The Atom, Hawkgirl, Etrigan, Steel, Dr. Light (the female version),
Johnny Thunder’s Thunderbolt, Batman, Wonder Woman, Johnny Thunder,
Doctor Fate.
Front and Center: Superman, Supergirl
From www.uncannyxmen.net
COVERING THE X-MEN (a look at the X-Men’s Most Influential Covers)
Last Modified : Oct 29, 2005
Author : Binaryan (Ryan Jones)
(excerpt)
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
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UNCANNY X-MEN #136 (Aug 1980)
Marvel Comics
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The X-Men hit
a new high with the teaming of Chris Claremont and John Byrne. This is
evidenced by the cover to Uncanny X-Men #136 by John Byrne released in
October 1980. This classic image of Cyclops holding the defeated Dark
Phoenix speaks volumes about the pain and anguish of the young and
oft-tormented leader of the X-Men. The history behind this cover is
actually quite interesting and complex. There is a long-standing
tradition in comics of a hero holding a fallen comrade, lover or friend
in this and similar poses. Some believe this cover may have been
“inspired” by the cover to Lois Lane #102 which depicts Superman
holding the lifeless body of Lois. This image was published in 1958 but
there are many other early images that are similar. Lois Lane #128 is
an even closer rendition. Despite the distinct similarities, artist
John Byrne insists that he hadn’t seen or directly referenced any of
the previous covers when he created the cover to Uncanny X-Men #136.
This was the first prominent modern usage of such an image and it then
“inspired” an even more famous cover by George Perez: Crisis on
Infinite Earths #7. Released in 1985, this classic image has eclipsed
that of Cyclops and Dark Phoenix to become one of the most frequently
mimicked images at DC Comics. But I still contend that it was the
Uncanny X-Men cover that brought this anguished image into the modern
age of comics. Marvel did get one humorous homage to this cover in
before the advent of the Crisis on Infinite Earths cover … the
not-quite-classic cover to Obnoxio the Clown Vs. the X-Men #1! The most
recent use of this can be seen on the cover to Phoenix: Endsong #4. In
this instance, Emma Frost “stands in” for Jean Grey. This emphasizes
the importance of the Cyclops/White Queen relationship and reflects the
many ways in which Emma Frost has replaced Jean Grey as Cyclops’
paramour and an influential member of the X-Men.
From www.wizarduniverse.com
CRISIS COUNSELING: Wizard Universe presents Crisis On Infinite Earths Director’s Commentary Bonus Materials Part Two!
October 27, 2005
For the exclusive commentary on
the major moments of DC’s 1985-86 mini-series Crisis on Infinite
Earths, pick up Wizard #170 on sale now! In the meantime, enjoy these
extra scenes with commentary by co-creators Marv Wolfman and George
Pérez that we couldn’t fit into the magazine!
Crisis On Infinite Earths #7, pg. 14
THE ORIGIN OF PARIAH
WOLFMAN: Pariah’s origin mirrors Krona’s
to some degree. They are two sides of a triangle starting at one point
and going in opposite directions. The common point is an arrogant
scientist trying to do something he thinks will change the course of
the universe. One goes in one direction becoming corrupt and evil as a
result of what he’s done, Krona, while the other, Pariah, turns to
self-loathing for what he thinks he did and the horrors he created.
PÉREZ: Also, we’ve now established him
as the last survivor of his dead planet, which between Superman,
Alexander Luthor, Lady Quark and now Pariah is proving to be a trend.
WOLFMAN: The Monitor and Anti-Monitor as
well. When you create mirror images you get the beginning of really
good character development because you have two characters against each
other but at the core the same. That’s what we did in Titans with the
creation of Starfire and Raven, the two extreme sides of Wonder Girl.
We did it again with Monitor and Anti-Monitor and again with Pariah and
Krona.
From Brian
I came across another cover for your Crisis #7 homage list. From 1954! Baffling Mysteries 7.
Check it out: www.samuelsdesign.com/../baffling7.htm
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May 23, 2004 07:36 pm | Sachs & Violens Original Art For Sale |
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From Arne Starr
SACHS & VIOLENS #3
(Jun 1994)
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SACHS & VIOLENS #4
(Jul 1994)
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Sachs and Violens Pages for sale on Ebay
« Thread started on: 05/23/04 at 6:15pm »
I'm heading for LA and need to cure my
FundsAreLow and so are offering pages on Ebay from my personal
collection which includes a few Sachs & Violens pages I inked in issues #3 and #4. If you do a search by seller on Ebay for arnestarr, you'll find them. Thanks for letting me put this note up here.
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Item number 2246449510: Arne & Diz Go2LA(20) - Sachs&Violens#4.- Pg7 - G.Perez
Start time: May-23-04 06:18:07 PDT
Ends May-30-04 06:18:07 PDT
SACHS & VIOLENS #4, Page 7
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ARNE
AND DIZ Go To LA - at least with the help of all you out there. Due to
that ol' disease many of us in Florida have, Funsalo (Pronounced
Funds-Are-Low), I'm going to be putting up a whole bunch of items that
I would have never put up for sale under ordinary circumstances, in the
hopes that the fan community can help my friend (an actor) and myself,
artist, get to a place where the work isn't all minimum wage.
This particular page is from the
original Sachs And Violens#4 , page 5 to be exact, and this partial
splash page features a major MardiGras scene that sports a special
cameo. If you look southest of Violens butt, you'll see three balloons
with faces on them,. They are Peter, George and myself. Page is signed
by George Perez, Peter David and myself.
PETER DAVID, GEORGE PEREZ, and ARNE STARR
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I ended up on the book courtesy of my
old friend Peter David, the writer of the book.. George Perez, the
penciller who had been inking his own stuff was beginning to run a
little behind and there were other projects needing to get done, so he
asked Peter for a suggestion of someone to help with issues 3 and 4,
and Peter suggested me. George I knew since a '72 Seuling con in NY,
and he also knew I'd worked pretty extensively on the Crisis books.
(Yeah I helped kill Supergirl and the Flash. I was supposed to have a
credit along with Dick Giordano in the double-sized 7th issue
as I'd inked pretty much everything in the first half of the book aside
from heads, hands and larger figures which Dick handled, but powers
that be decided they'd have to include Jerry Ordways assistants from
the 2nd half of the book as well , so they nixed my credit, never
checking to see that Jerry used NO assistants on that particular
project. And so it goes).
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From COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1565 (14 Dec 2003)
COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1565 (14 Dec 2003)
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RETROVIEW: CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS
written by Jim Johnson
published in COMICS BUYER'S GUIDE #1565 (14 Dec 2003)
website: www.comicsbuyersguide.com
DC editors bestowed four-color godhood
upon Marv Wolfman, when they OK'd his proposal to revamp the company's
incomprehensible 50-year history in the early 1980s. and, like an angry
deity come judgment day, Wolfman waved his hand and wiped countless
redundant universes from existence, making the DC universe a more
accessible place for new readers.
Of course, fandom would have settled for
no one other than George Pérez to illustrate such an epic, and Pérez
superceded all expectations by turning in one of the finest efforts of
his career.
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CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #1 (Apr 85)
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Wolfman wastes no time getting started,
beginning the culling of the multiverse on the second page. With the
ironically heroic demise of Earth-3's Crime Syndicate immediately
thereafter, Wolfman also kicks off the first of many emotionally
intense and beautifully constructed death sequences.
It's a bit unfortunate that the
remainder of the issue is little more than exposition for the rest of
the series, but riding along while various heroes and villains from
different Earths and eras are brought together is, nonetheless, a
fanboy's delight.
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CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
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It's another fairly slow issue,
action-wise. But that's barely noticed amid the excitement generated
from the intermingling of such characters from different Earths and
time periods as Kamandi and Earth-2's Superman, for example.
Amazingly, among the dozen of characters
utilized (so far), Wolfman still manages to squeeze in panel time for
individual characters, like The Flash and Psycho Pirate, who eventually
play important roles. And, as if that weren't enough, he jams a few
intriguing plot developments into an already-packed issue. Astonishing.
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CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #3 (Jun 85)
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It would be easy to criticize the fact
that all Wolfman does here is fill another issue with unlikely, ragtag
alliances plopped into random time periods.
Except it's just too doggone cool not to like, and this is what we all paid 75¢ to see, after all.
This is fun, plain and simple. But it's
obviously none are having as much fun as Wolfman and Pérez themselves,
who are making the most of the limited playtime allotted to them In
comicdom's biggest sandbox.
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[ Read more CBG's Retroview: Crisis ]
| November 3, 2003 | "The Escape", Episode 7 of The OC |
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From
Devoted Fans: The OC
(Vu: There is a two-page article in the new WIZARD
about what big comic book fans the creators of The OC are. Whether this
was a conscious CRISIS #7 reference or not, the similarity is there.)
| October 26, 2003 | Vecchio's Crisis #7 Homage |
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From Marcus Mebes
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7
(Vu:
Link to the image:
www.geocities.com/vecclu/owaw.jpg
Geocities doe not allow direct link, so you must cut and paste the link.
)
| October 19, 2003 | More Fallen Friend/Pieta Covers |
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From Curt Collins
Here is
a link to the John Byrne board where I have added many images you may want to include in the Homage gallery.
| October 9, 2003 | The Answerman (Oct 6) |
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From Silver Bullet Comics
It's Bob Rozakis The Answer Man!: Q&A and Lots of Feedback
Monday, October 6
By Bob Rozakis
(excerpt)
I was recently discussing the Crisis on
Infinite Earths and the deaths of Supergirl and Barry Allen in that
particular series. I don't know if this question has ever come up
before, but what hoops does a writer/creative team have to go through
to bring about the end of a character? Or even to create new
characters?
How much input does the publisher or
editor-in-chief have? Or even a VP of sales or marketing, if any? What
is the deliberative process?
Do any of these people anticipate fan reaction? Market reaction? If so,
how? Is there polling?
Finally, are other creative teams with experience in these areas consulted on how to approach these subjects?
-- Mike Cruz
Killing off a character is a lot harder
than creating a new one. In the days when comics featured
self-contained stories, there were new characters popping up in almost
every issue. New villains turned up regularly in the Batman books of
the 50s and 60s and Flash's Rogues' Gallery grew steadily through the
first couple of years.
Doing away with a major character like
Barry Allen or Supergirl requires a lot more levels of approval than
killing off a minor player. When Cary Bates and Julie Schwartz decided
to kill The Top in THE FLASH, I doubt they discussed it with anyone
else.
| October 9, 2003 | Tom Strong Homage to Crisis |
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From Marcus Mebes
"CS • KS (after PEREZ)"
| September 21, 2003 | The OC: Crisis Homage? |
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From Kirk
Did anyone happen to catch this week's episode of the Fox series THE OC?
In the final scene, the
lead actor (Benjamin McKenzie) picks up the (apparently) deceased lead
actress (Mischa Barton). His facial expression in the scene; the way
he's holding her and the positioning of her limp body is identical to
the cover of CRISIS #7 (Superman holding the deceased Supergirl).
The
two boys in it are teens in high school. They're often shown reading comics,
Legion in one episode.
And in the last episode they were supposed to be
going to Comicon but instead went to Tijuana. "Seth is trying to get Ryan to
latch on to his plan. What plan? TJ, baby! As Seth helpfully explains, it's
a rite of passage to head for Tijuana on the last weekend before school, and
what happens in Mexico stays in Mexico." Anyway they get into some trouble,
Seth and Ryan's friend Marissa sees her boyfriend with whom she'd just given
up her virginity to in the previous episode, kissing all over one of her
girlfriends. She finds out her boyfriend is a real player. Anyway, she runs
off, takes a bunch of painkillers and alcohol and is later found passed out
in an alley way. Ryan who is in love with her, pick her limp body up in the
classic Crisis Superman/Supergirl way.
The creator of THE OC, Josh Schwartz is a major comics fan so I'm certain that this was
a deliberate homage and not mere coincidence. It'a great series, lot's of
comic references through out.
From www.fox.com/oc/
EPISODE 7
(excerpt)
Marissa
is bellied up to the one empty bar in Tijuana and pours a couple of
pills into her hand. After some thought, she slugs them back with a
shot of tequila. She stumbles out of the bar and staggers through the
streets and then into a dark alley, where she passes out. The group
comes across her and Ryan carries her limp body out of the alley....
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| September 21, 2003 | "Pieta" Covers |
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From
Matt Hawes
I posted a gallery of images of covers that resembled "Crisis on Infinite Earths" #7 on the "John Byrne Message Board."
Many posters added contributions to the group of cover images. Looks
like there's quite a bit of what I am calling "fallen friend" or
"Pieta" covers.
You can see the images here:
>>>
"Pieta" covers, or "Fallen Friend" covers? (Graphic intensive)
September 20 2003 at 11:46 AM
(excerpt)
PIETA , sculpture art by Michelangelo, thanks to Matt Hawes
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FORBIDDEN PLANET MOVIE POSTER thanks to Andrew Kneath
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NAMOR, THE SUB-MARINER #13 thanks to Larry
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AVENGERS #49 thanks to Larry
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AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #90 art by Tom Morgan, thanks to Larry
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LOIS LANE #102 thanks to
Andrew Kneath
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INCREDIBLE HULK #189 thanks to
Matt Hawes
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DEATH OF CAPTAIN MARVEL art by Jim Starlin, thanks to
Matt Hawes
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DETECTIVE COMICS #574 art by Jim Aparo, thanks to
Matt Hawes
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THE MONSTER OF FRANKENSTEIN #2 thanks to Larry
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OUR ARMY AT WAR #193 art by Joe Kubert, thanks to Larry
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OUR ARMY AT WAR #193 art by Joe Kubert, thanks to Larry
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CAPTAIN ACTION #3 thanks to Larry
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SILVER SURFER #11 thanks to Larry
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TOMAHAWK #121 thanks to Larry
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MARVEL PREMIERE #9 thanks to Larry
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DAREDEVIL #164 thanks to Larry
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INCREDIBLE HULK #408 thanks to Larry
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OBNOXIA THE CLOWN VS THE X-MEN #1 thanks to Larry
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CAPTAIN ATOM #8 (Oct 87) thanks to
Aaron Poehler
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| September 18, 2003 | Site Update |
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[ Homages ]
From Matt Hawes
CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7
| August 3, 2003 | Micro-Hero: Crisis #7 |
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Barney, via Lil' Guyz
Superman & Supergirl homage to CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7
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Subject: Superman CRISIS
Date: Sun Jul 20, 2003 11:05 pm
Another Man of Steel. This time I tried to reproduce a drawing for Supergirl´s death, made by Geoge Perez for the "Crisis on Infinite Earths" Miniseries.
Hope you like it.
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| June 26, 2003 | Toyfare #75 is Homage to Crisis #7 |
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From PREVIEWS vol 13, #7
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TOYFARE #75
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TOYFARE #75
(excerpt)
TOYFARE: THE TOY MAGAZINE #75 Proudly presents the very first full-release Twisted ToyFare Theatre
(TTT) cover in front of the most dramatic story in toy history: CRISIS
ON INFINITE MEGOVILLES! All of the parallel toy universe collide with
hilarious results in this expanded episode of TTT. This special edition
will shatter your perceptions of the Mego Universe! Time is no longer a
constant! Space is no longer finite! Doritos are available in crazy new
flavors! Can Mego Spidey and friends survive the "Crisis on Infinite
Megovilles"? Thor, Hulk, Dr Doom, Boss Hogg, Thing, Iron Man and many
more may or may not be in this spectacular story! Don't miss it!
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Magazine (Transformers Cover)
Magazine (Twisted Toyfare Theatre Cover)
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... $4.99
... $4.99
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| May 14, 2003 | Milestone CGC Grade Comics |
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From Vu
Wizard is offering some semi-cheap CGC Graded Comics that includes either CRISIS #1 or CRISIS #7.
Seven comics for $99.95 for 9.4 or $129.95 for 9.6 Grades.
According to CGC's website
their Modern Age comics grading is about $15 (with 10 or more
submissions), so you are saving quite a bit of money if you're thinking
about starting a CGC collection.
Alternatively, you can also buy CGC graded books at Mile High Comics, if they offer them.
Personally, I believe you should buy comics to read, not to put on slabs :)
Unfortunately, it looks like the trend of CGC is here to stay.
| April 26, 2003 | Comics 101: Crisis |
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From Movie Poop Shoot
COMICS 101: AND THEN THERE WAS ONE
April 23, 2003
By Scott Tipton
(excerpt)
In the
early 1980s, Len Wein and Marv Wolfman were two of the hottest
writers/editors in comics. Longtime fans turned professionals, Wein and
Wolfman had both had stints in the editor-in-chief position at Marvel
Comics, as well as turning in extremely popular, high-profile stints as
writers. Wolfman had written just about every comic Marvel had put out,
including a notable run on TOMB OF DRACULA with Gene Colan, while Wein
had made a name for himself on AMAZING SPIDER-MAN and FANTASTIC FOUR,
not to mention co-creating the new X-Men and Wolverine. Eventually,
both found themselves at DC Comics, where Wein had a lengthy and
well-regarded run on JUSTICE LEAGUE OF AMERICA, among others, and
Wolfman created THE NEW TEEN TITANS with artist George Perez, a
critical and commercial smash hit.
Wein and
Wolfman were of the belief that the parallel Earths of the DC Universe
were far too complex and confusing to the common reader, and came to
DC’s Publisher Jenette Kahn with a bold proposal: a 12-issue miniseries
(unheard of at the time) that would involve all of DC’s characters,
past, present and future, in a mammoth, cataclysmic adventure that
would result in a single, elegant, consistent DC universe. Much to
their surprise, Kahn approved the idea, and set them off to begin the
research for what would be the single most ambitious project in DC’s
publishing history.
With both
Wein and Wolfman working full-time as writers/editors, the bulk of the
research fell to Peter Sanderson, a comics fan/historian, who over the
course of three years or so read every comic National/DC ever produced,
taking extensive notes. The research took so long that the miniseries
was postponed, eventually scheduled for 1985, which just happened to be
DC’s 50th anniversary. When Wolfman nervously presented his first
synopsis of the series to Kahn, he feared he may have been too
outrageous, asking for changes that were too radical. To his surprise,
Kahn returned the synopsis, asking Wolfman to take another crack at it
and be even bolder, to really shake things up. Wolfman delivered.
[ Read more on MoviePoopShoot.com ]
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November 20, 2002 | Pre-Crisis Supergirl, Kara |
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From Comic Book Resources
THE SECRET ORIGIN THAT WASN'T:
HOW PAUL LEVITZ TRIED TO SAVE THE PRE-CRISIS SUPERGIRL FROM DEATH
Posted: November 19, 2002
by Beau Yarbrough, News Editor
(excerpt)
Every DC
Comics fan, or close to it, knows what happened to the original,
pre-Crisis Supergirl. In the 1984 "Crisis on Infinite Earths"
maxiseries, the Girl of Steel eats a (metaphorical) bullet to save
reality from the Anti-Monitor and help clean up continuity for the John
Byrne Superman relaunch.
Barring
an out of continuity holiday story, and some recent fun in Peter
David's "Supergirl" series (which stars another Supergirl entirely),
the original supergirl, Kara Zor-El, was gone.
But not
without a fight: Current DC Comics chief Paul Levitz was Paul Levitz,
"Legion of Superheroes" writer back then. Supergirl had been a sometime
cast member of the series -- her longest and most steady (although
that's too strong of a word) romantic relationship was with LSH member
Brainiac 5, interestingly -- and Levitz wanted to bring the character
back after her dramatic death, as commemorated in the classic cover of
Superman holding a battered Kara in his arms, weeping openly.
[ Read more on Comic Book Resources ]
(Vu: Is it just me or is everybody talking about the death of Supergirl?)
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November 19, 2002 | Supergirl #79 Homage Cover |
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From ES
You must be able to see into the future. The preview of February comics are up at Comics Continuum and the cover to SUPERGIRL #79 is a homage to CRISIS #7.
From
Comics Continuum
SUPERGIRL #79
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SUPERGIRL #79
Written by Peter David; art and cover by Ed Benes and Alex Lei.
Linda winds
up living someone else's life…that of the Silver Age Supergirl. But
that's just the beginning of this issue's shocking twists.
32 pages, $2.50, in stores on Feb. 19.
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November 17, 2002 | Spotlight on CRISIS #7 |
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From Vu
The
cover to CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 has always been one of my
favorite covers of all time. Here are some of the stories and artworks
relating to this topic. The last spotlight I did was October 30, 2002 | Spotlight on Comics Interview, which a lot of people read and liked. So let me know what you think of this one.
MIGHTY THOR #127 (Apr 1966)
Marvel Comics
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SUPERMAN'S GIRLFRIEND, LOIS LANE #128 (Dec 1972), cover art by John Rosenberger/Vinnie Colletta
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UNCANNY X-MEN #136 (Aug 1980)
Marvel Comics
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ESSENTIAL X-MEN #2 (Reprint), cover art by John Byrne
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CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
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MIGHTY MOUSE #4 (Jan 1991)
DC Comics |
SUPERMAN: THE MAN OF STEEL #10 (Apr 92), cover art by Jon Bogdanove/Dennis Janke. Thanks to ES
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YOUNG JUSTICE #35 (Aug 2001), interior art by Todd Nauck/Andy Lanning.
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MARS ATTACK IMAGE #4 (Apr), cover art by Bill Sienkiewicz. Scan from
www.skater-x.net. (Updated 11/20/2002, thanks to ES)
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VALOR #18 (Apr), cover art by Stuart Immonen/Dick Giordano. Scan from
www.comics.org. (Updated 11/20/2002, thanks to ES)
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MAJOR BUMMER #12 (Jul 2000), cover art by Doug Mahnke/Tom Nguyen. Cover reads: "Crisis of Infinite Jerks". Scan from Mile High Comics. (Updated 11/20/2002, thanks to ES)
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SUPERGIRL #79 (Feb 2003),
cover art by
Ed Benes/Alex Lei. (Updated 11/19/2002, thanks to ES)
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CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Advertisment) (1998), art by George Pérez
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CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Promotional Poster), art by George Pérez
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CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 POSTER, art by George Pérez
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CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS MEDIUM STATUE (1999), based on art by George Pérez
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CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 Original Art (1985), art by George Pérez
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Death of Supergirl (from CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7) Commission (1999), art by George Pérez
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Death of Supergirl (from CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7) Commission (2002), art by George Pérez
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Death of Supergirl (from CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7) Commission (2002), art by George Pérez
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Death of Supergirl (from CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7) Homage (2001), art by Yusuf Madhiya
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Death of Supergirl (from CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7) Commission (2002), art by George Pérez, colored by
Marcus Mebes
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Death of Supergirl (from CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7) Commission (2002), art by George Pérez, colored by
Kent Milton
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The following excerpt is from an interview by Andy Mangels from DAVID ANTHONY KRAFT'S COMICS INTERVIEW #50
- which ran about 127 pages! Lots of rare artwork and information, I
highly recommend getting a copy if you haven't got one yet.
Andy Mangels: Can you explain what happened with the starling
similarities with CRISIS #7 cover to X-MEN #136 - which in turn looked
liked LOIS LANE #128?
George Pérez: Well, that was incredible sheer coincidence. I
didn't even notice it until BUYER'S GUIDE or someplace showed both
covers, and I thought, "My God!" it's an incredible resemblance. My
main influence in doing that was a cover of THOR, where Odin is holding
the body of his son… that was my inspiration for that cover. I
didn't know or remember the X-MEN cover, and haven't the faintest idea
when people mention a LOIS LANE cover, which cover they're talking about. So there was definitely a comic-book inspiration there - but not the one that everyone thinks it is.
Andy: So that was totally all a coincidence then?
George: Totally. I was rather stunned because the emotional expression on Cyclops and Superman were so similar. Now that was
a sheer coincidence. Supergirl and Phoenix are both facing the same
way, their head on the same side of the page, so it's like… a weird
coincidence. The one exception being not a single one of the covers
that people mention did any other artist go as crazy in drawing that
many characters in the background. (Laughter)
Special thanks to Mile High Comics, The Artist's Choice, Ebay, Comic Art L and Outpost 2000 (for giving me the Crisis Posters).
| July 13, 2002 |
Crisis Question |
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From Silver Bullet Comics
WHAT TH--?
Sunday, July 7
By Marv Wolfman
Letters. We've Got Letters!
(excerpt)
Q: Why didn’t DC Comics stop you from killing Supergirl/Flash/ Earth 3/The Green Stringbean, etc. in Crisis On Infinite Earths?
A:
Well, the truth is I went behind the backs of the company; the
president, publisher, proofreaders, assistants, production department,
curious bystanders, my dog, Tala, and random others and see if I could
sneak in the deaths of major characters, all by myself, without anyone
noticing. Also, because I don’t like green stringbeans and he deserved
to die anyway! Final also, I personally get a visceral thrill in taking
things that don’t really exist in the first place and murdering them.
There!
At last I’ve told the truth. I’m glad to have gotten that off my chest
after all the years. You have no idea how many times I’ve lied about
this when I repeatedly said I worked hand-in-hand with the company in
choosing our “death list.” Fortunately, nobody believed my lies and
you’ve now forced me to come clean. I already am sleeping better. Thank
you.
| February 28, 2002 |
Top 100 Covers |
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From Vu
WIZARD #127 (it came out yesterday) ran a feature "Top 100 Covers of
all Time", in which the following George Pérez covers made it:
AVENGERS #181
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99. AVENGERS #181 (1978)
From the very
first time, cover penciler George Pérez indulged his love for
super-detail by craming in 24 characters on a single cover. "That was
the first time I'd drawn that many characters on one cover," says,
Pérez. He then deadpans, "Later, though, I'd surass that number by
multiples!" (No kidding - Pérez packed 562 characters on the Crisis on
Infinite Earths hardcover cover 20 years later.)
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NEW TEEN TITANS #39
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23. NEW TEEN TITANS #39 (1984)
There's no
doubting the message of this George Pérez cover: Robin and Kid Flash
quit. "I had to get permission from DC, which was a little antsy about
having the logo obscured," says Pérez. "Part of the inspiration for
that cover was John Romita's cover to Amazing Spider-Man #50, with Spider-Man walking away."
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CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (Oct 1985)
DC Comics
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11. CRISIS ON INFINITE EARTHS #7 (1985)
Whoa. This cover gesture of a saddened character holding another has been used since Michelangeo's Pieta statue (most notably, Thor #124's Odin holding Thor, and Uncanny X-Men #136's Cyclops holding Phoenix), but George Pérez's riveting cover stands out because it's Superman grieving over the lifeless body of Supergirl.
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Incidentally, NEW TEEN TITANS #39 cover's inspiration AMAZING SPIDER-MAN #50 made number one cover of all time, according to Wizard Magazine.
| July 1, 2001 |
Young Justice #35
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From Comics Continuum
FIRST LOOK: YOUNG JUSTICE #35
Young Justice #35 will arrive in stores on July 5 from DC Comics.
The issue is written by Peter David, with art and cover by Todd Nauck
and Andy Lanning.
Page three features a homage to the cover to CRISIS #7
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