Batman and Absolute Batman Comics Share Strikingly Similar Story Concepts
By
Rich Johnston
Baker's choice. Dense with flavour, light on filler.
Summary
The article compares the current Batman monthly comic by Matt Fraction and Jorge Jimenez with the Absolute Batman comic by Scott Snyder and Nick Dragotta, noting they appear to be telling very similar stories in concept. Both storylines involve the respective villains (Vandal Savage and the Joker) framing Batman for murder. The piece explores the parallels between the two comic runs, highlighting the coincidental similarities in their narrative approaches.
Key quotes
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Vandal Savage has framed Batman for the murder of a policeman… just as the Joker has framed Absolute Batman.
At least in concept.
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