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Batman: The Killing Joke Deluxe (New Edition) Kindle & comiXology

by Alan Moore (Author), Brian Bolland (Author, Illustrator, Artist), Mark Waid (Author), Format: Kindle Edition
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The groundbreaking Batman tale is back in a new deluxe edition. Looking to prove that any man can be pushed past his breaking point to madness, The Joker attempts to drive Commissioner Gordon insane. Refusing to give up, Gordon struggles to maintain his sanity with the help of Batman in a desperate effort to best the madman. Collects BATMAN: THE KILLING JOKE #1 and stories from BATMAN BLACK AND WHITE #4 and COUNTDOWN #31, plus dozens of covers, pinups and sketches.
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Alan Moore is perhaps the most acclaimed writer in the graphic story medium, having garnered countless awards for works such as Watchmen, V for Vendetta, Swamp Thing and Miracleman. He is also the mastermind behind the America's Best Comics line, through which he has created (along with many talented illustrators) The League of Extraordinary Gentlemen, Promethea, Tom Strong, Tomorrow Stories and Top Ten.

After making his professional debut in 1975, Brian Bolland perfected his clean-line style and meticulous attention to detail on a series of popular strips for the British comics magazine 2000 AD, most notably its signature feature Judge Dredd. He went on to illustrate the 12-issue maxiseries Camelot 3000 and Batman: The Killing Joke for DC before shifting his focus to work almost exclusively on cover illustrations. Since then, he has earned a reputation as one of the best cover artists in the industry, and his elegantly composed and beautifully rendered pieces have graced a host of titles, including Animal Man, Batman, The Flash, The Invisibles, Wonder Woman, and many more.

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  • ASIN ‏ : ‎ B07XQK1C12
  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ DC; Illustrated edition (September 17, 2019)
  • Publication date ‏ : ‎ September 17, 2019
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
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SMJ "The Bat"
5.0 out of 5 stars The definitive Joker story. An absolute masterpiece.
Reviewed in the United States on December 29, 2023
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One of the darkest and grittiest stories ever written dives into the Joker's troubled mind. By the end, you're going to hate Joker a lot more, while also appreciating his complexity, plus understanding why he is possibly the most compelling supervillain ever created.

It's not a long read, but it's lean, potent, and chilling work by Alan. Breathtaking artwork from Brian elevates the overall experience to legendary levels. A must-read for fans of the Joker, Batman, or for any fan of comic books looking for a mature story that deeply questions the fragility of human sanity and morality.
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nate
5.0 out of 5 stars great
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2024
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good comic
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Quad flow
5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful story
Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2024
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Loved the story and the book came in great shape
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William J.
5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have for any Batman Fan's Graphic Novella Collection (Spoilers Further Down)
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2022
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I first was exposed to the story of the Killing Joke indirectly through the TV series Gotham that ran on Fox Network that ran from 2014 to 2019, bits of pieces of the Killing Joke's storyline were sprinkled throughout the final season.

Later I experienced bits and pieces of the story through the Batman Arkham games.

These references and easter eggs were very well done, but it wasn't until I took out the Killing Joke Graphic Novel from my local library that I realized just how well done those easter eggs were.

This story, is perhaps one of the most important Batman, Batgirl, and Joker stories, it defined much of Barbara Gordon's more recent comic book history, as well as the more recent story "Three Jokers".

Written by Alan Moore, this story was more grounded, gritty, and serious, in contrast to other Batman stories at the time it was written, while I was not yet born in the era that the Killing Joke was written, it defined almost everything that led me to fall in love with Batman's mythos and characters.

The dark, gothic, brooding hero of Tim Burton's 1989 Batman film may never have existed were it not for Alan Moore's Masterpiece.

While more recently Mr. Moore himself has, discredited much of his comic book work, due to his unpopular belief that titles such as the Killing Joke were a mistake to have written, I can say that, this is the definitive Batman Joker story.

The atmosphere and artwork are extremely well done, and if I am being honest, I did not pay attention to the fact it is a hardcover, a hardcover graphic novel for this reasonable a price in today's economy, no less one of the most important Batman stories ever put to paper, is astounding to me.

If you love more mature and serious Batman stories, especially ones along the lines of Matt Reeves' The Batman (2022) and both Tim Burton's Batman (1989) and Batman Returns (1992), then this story is for you.

In times such as these in 2022 as I write this review, our safe spaces are incredibly important, and the mental guardian of my safe space, is, and always will be, the Dark Knight of Gotham.

Even with a story as dark as this, I find comfort in Batman's light, and like Bruce Wayne, imagine a world, that is safer, and healthier, than the one we live in today, where people respect one another, and help each other through hard times, it is ultimately up to us all, to make that imagination, a reality, to help each other the way Bruce Wayne helps his ailing city, anyways, that is enough rambling, I just wanted to, ramble enough to ensure the spoilers aren't visible by someone just scrolling on through reviews.

(SPOILERS AHEAD)

The origins of Joker shown in this graphic novel is the generally accepted story, being the tragic downfall of a man who lost everything that mattered to him, except his sense of humor, the only shred of his former self he could clutch onto as he lost his mind. (My own personal interpretation of Joker)

And as I noted before, this story defines the story of the Barbara Gordon Batgirl, her paralysis which would only make her stronger, alot of people at the time were understandably upset with the brutality of what happened to Barbara, but in 2022, I think it's safe to say the follow up stories show that Barbara overcame her trauma, her disability, in my personal opinion she always will be one of the best and most important members of the Bat-Family, second only to Alfred Pennyworth and Tim Drake, and equal to Dick Grayson and Jason Todd.

As far as the ending goes, you can make the conclusion yourself, personally, I take it as the Killing Joker is apart of Batman canon, and Batman did not kill Joker at the end, but one could say that Batman did loose himself by the end of it and Joker won.
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Jessica Love
5.0 out of 5 stars Huge fan of Joker
Reviewed in the United States on October 29, 2023
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Whatever if it’s a movie, cartoon, comic, ect I have to have my hands on Batman and the Joker. This comic was named the best comic by DC and probably history of comics. I love the comic more than the adaptation due to batgirl and Batman relationship ruining the masterpiece of the joker other than that still love the movie. Comic book amazing!
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Rob V
4.0 out of 5 stars Spectacular art, vibrant colors, iconic story.
Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2021
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I've always been curious about this graphic novel, but never curious enough to go out of my way to get it until recently. I read the prose novel by Christa Faust and Gary Phillips first, then saw the movie voiced by Kevin Conroy and Mark Hamill, and though neither of those were my favorite Batman adventures, they made me curious enough to check out their original source. The story itself is very good, definitely one of the better I've read, and the art is excellent. Apparently this version is recolored and it is very vibrant and enjoyable to follow along with. The extra content was interesting but nothing to write home about. Overall I thought this was more than worth checking out, especially if you're a big Batman or Joker fan. I will warn readers, however, there is at least one graphic scene that would definitely warrant limiting this one to older Batman fans. I've been a fan myself since elementary school, but this particular title is for the adults.
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Daria Monahan
5.0 out of 5 stars That is best origin of Joker
Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2024
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I just read The Killing Joke, I like it. Joker is the saddest origin about failing jokes and lost his wife and baby in accident. Two robbing men gave him as Red Hood. Red hood was running from Batman, then he fall into chemical waste. It was begun it drives him completely insane and marks the birth of the Joker. That was dark moment: The Joker shot Batgirl and paralyzed her legs. That was I like ending: Batman and Joker are laughing about jokes. And I love Batman graphic novel like some Batman stories. And I love the Joker!
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Scott Ruest
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent
Reviewed in the United States on November 21, 2023
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Glad I finally got to read this as a Batman fan. Had heard about it for years. Definitely a more mature vibe.
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Francisco
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente cómic.
Reviewed in Mexico on January 9, 2024
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El producto llegó en perfecto estado y se nota la calidad del mismo.
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Cliente Kindle
5.0 out of 5 stars A Piada Mortal
Reviewed in Brazil on August 25, 2022
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Simplesmente isso. Falar bem dessa história é chover no molhado. Alan Moore não gosta tanto desse trabalho, mas eu amo. Os extras também são muito bons.
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lector
5.0 out of 5 stars Great!!!
Reviewed in Spain on May 4, 2024
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Loved the story and the art. If you're fan of these characters, you'll enjoy it very much. I loved it!!!!
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Krzysztof Piatek
5.0 out of 5 stars excellent story for a batman lovers and excellent edition too
Reviewed in Germany on July 11, 2023
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excellent story for a batman lovers and excellent edition too
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dennis gustafsson
5.0 out of 5 stars Quality as good as I hoped.
Reviewed in Sweden on February 25, 2023
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As advertised. With the new Bolland Brown colouring.
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