Content warning: Explicit language and themes; sexual assault
On this episode, we’re commemorating the recent release of Godzilla Minus Zero! And if you’ve been a Comics Canon listener for a while, you’ve probably guessed that we’re not doing that by discussing a Godzilla comic—that would make too much sense!
Instead, we take the opportunity to explore a book we’ve had on our list for some time: Kaijumax Season 1: Terror and Respect, written and drawn by Zander Cannon, published by Oni Press!
As the title suggests, it’s an affectionate mashup of kaiju and prison stories, set on an island prison for kaiju manned by guards who can grow into Ultraman-style kyodai heroes. And it’s stuffed with prison-genre tropes familiar to anyone who’s seen the HBO drama Oz, including a corrupt corrections officer in the pocket of a criminal organization and another guard in a sexual relationship with an inmate.
Does Cannon’s somewhat cartoony style complement or detract from his occasionally grisly subject matter? Does anyone care about Electrogar’s kids? And will this six-issue collection receive a fair sentence and get sent up the river to that Big House known as … The Comics Canon?
In This Very Episode!
- Godzilla Minus Zero, No Limit
- Curt has a problem with kaiju robot physics
- Zander Cannon on the Frontlines of the Minnesota Resistance
- Shin Ultraman
- Clayface
- Barbarian Behind Bars
Join us in two weeks as we get ready for Avengers: Doomsday with a look at three stories spotlighting Marvel’s greatest villain, Doctor Doom: “Prisoners of Doctor Doom!” from Fantastic Four #5; “Origin of Doctor Doom!” from Fantastic Four Annual #2; and “…Though Some Call It Magic!” from Astonishing Tales #8!
Until then:
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