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Super F*ckers
Leave it to the outrageous mind of James Kochalka (Monkey Vs Robot, American Elf) to have an innovative approach to a story about super heroes. Super F*ckers was recently published by Top Shelf Comics, one of our favorite publishers here at Cinegeek.
The Story
Super F*ckers tells the story of a group of teenagers with super powers preparing for Team Try Out Day, the day when all new superheroes come forward to audition for positions on super hero teams.
However, the Super F*ckers are a bunch of impetuous teenagers and they decide to try to eliminate some of the competition with some fights outside of the official competition. These fights are hysterical and any fan of traditional superhero comics will certainly appreciate them.
The Super F*ckers are not like other young superheroes that are mature beyond their age. No, the Super F*ckers are like many other regular teenagers. The fight and bicker over nonsense, they wonder if anyone likes them, they ponder who is “hooking up” with whom with in the group and basically behave like normal self-centered teenagers.
I particularly enjoyed the unique approach to super powers. Everyone has seen superheroes that have super strength or super hearing or sight. But, have you ever seen a superhero that keeps an earlier version of himself in a time capsule enclosed in a bottle for quick access? Or, have you ever seen a female superhero that has to brush her hair exactly 1000 strokes to charge up her energy field?
Super F*ckers is a fast paced, outlandish and hyper ride into the genre of superhero comics, courtesy of a mad man named Kochalka. This may not satisfy a reader that prefers more traditional superhero fare, and the story may be almost too off the wall to maintain interest from readers as a monthly series. However, those of you that like unique superheroes like Mystery Men or are fans of Kochalka’s other work, this book belongs on your shelf.
8/10
The Artwork
The artwork in Super F*ckers is quintessential Kochalka. He utilizes a more stripped down style rather than excessive detail. While the illustrations are simple, they are remarkably expressive and have a great sense of energy. While his work is not going to be compared to Alex Ross or John Romita Jr, it suits the outrageous story of the Super F*ckers perfectly.
8/10
Overall ( Not an Average) 8/10
Suzie Lackey |
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Super F*ckers
Written and Illustrated by James Kochalka
Published by Top Shelf Comics
Review: The Story 8/10 The Artwork 8/10 Overall ( Not an Average) 8/10
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