It appears that it's going to be a nice, quiet Christmas for Peter Parker. That is until he's visited by Uatu The Watcher! Now, Spider-Man must race the clock to save a young woman whose managed to get in way over her head.
THIS IS THE TYPE OF CHRISTMAS SPECIAL I WANT!
Last night, I reviewed DC's latest holiday offering. It was far from superior. Here's a book from 1983 and it blows Tis The Season To Be Freezin' out of the water- even with the Paul Dini penned Batman story included.
There was so much talent involved in this book. JM DeMatteis (Justice League) wrote the story. Al Milgrom (Marvel Fanfare) illustrated the cover along with Ed Hannigan. Glynis Wein was the colorist. And my Candy Crush buddy, Tom DeFalco, was the editor. Oh- and don't forget! The Editor-In-Chief was Giant Jim Shooter!
Man, this was a great line-up!
When it came to it's portrayal of social norms; the book was far from perfect. Sure, there were drugs, domestic violence and other types of debauchery. But this story entertained. And it had a happy ending. I'd rather have comics that are flawed (and maybe a pinch outdated) compared to the guilt-tripping modern drivel that is disguised as a Christmas comic. Holiday books are all about the feels and this special issue of Marvel Team-Up is a feel good treat!
Worth Consuming!
Rating: 9 out of 10 stars.
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