FLASH #1 VAR ED

The Flash (2011) (Single Issues)

by Francis Manapul

Comic book

Genres: Comics, Dc Comics, Graphic Novels, Sequential Art, Comic Book, Crime

Unknown Binding

First published September 1, 2011

About the author

Francis Manapul is a comic book artist living in Toronto, Canada currently working for DC comics. His list of credits include the forthcoming Adventure Comics, and Superman Batman. In the past he's worked on titles like Legion of Super-Heroes, Iron and the Maiden, Necromancer, Sept Guerrieres, Tomb Raider, Darkness, G.I Joe and of course Witchblade.

Photo by Luigi Novi.

Reviews

[Jerry (Rebel With a Massive Media Library) · Rating 4 out of 5]

An exciting start to this reboot of the fastest man alive. Even the content was pretty clean for a modern comic.

[Cassie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved the artwork and the little plot twists added. I didn’t like Patty in the tv show, both times I rewatched The Flash, and I love Iris in the show; but, it’s the opposite here. I didn’t mind Patty, though we didn’t see much of her. But, Iris? She annoyed me. Honestly wanted to smack her.

So, now I’m going to continue with the next issue!

[Mohadese · Rating 1 out of 5]

هیچ‌وقت فلش رو دوست نداشتم :/
بیایید قبول کنیم الیور و فلیسیتی جذاب‌ترن!

[Saba jahangiriyan · Rating 3 out of 5]

زیبا بود و حیف بقیش نیست

[Andrómeda · Rating 4 out of 5]

“My mom once told me that “life is locomotion… If you’re not moving, you’re not living. But there comes a time when you’ve got to stop running away from things… and you’ve got to start running towards something, you’ve got to forge ahead. Keep moving. Even if your path isn’t lit… trust that you’ll find your way.”

[Bailey · Rating 4 out of 5]

My mom once told me that "life is locomotion... If you're not moving, you're not living. But there comes a time when you've got to stop running away from things... and you've got to start running towards something, you've got to forge ahead. Keep moving. Even if your path isn't lit... trust that you'll find your way."

[Mesh · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is confusing as hell. I mean dude I like flashback but not when it's adjacent to the present and whatnot. My eyes hurt.

[Elena Coorie · Rating 5 out of 5]

Me temo que esta será otra saga que necesite leer. Qué forma de empezar con Flash. :)

[Jon · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was part of an attempt to read all the #1 issues of DC’s New 52 relaunch.
I read a substantial amount of The Flash during Rebirth. So I sort of know where the characters end up by the end of New 52. I definitely think I should go back and give this a read. I forgot how much I enjoy reading this character and Francis Manupul’s writing and art gel so well with the character. I thought it interesting that Barry sort of starts out with a romantic partner in Patty Spivot, (who I had only ever seen in the tv show). But die hard fans, never fear; Iris is still trying to dog down Barry and the Flash in order to get a news scoop. Meanwhile a sort of generic team of covert soldiers is wreaking havoc on central city and Barry’s college friend Manuel gets tangled up with the wrong people dragging the Flash down in. I’m actually very curious to see where this could go, so I would definitely check back in.

[Vyshakh Aravindan · Rating 3 out of 5]

⚡ The Flash (2011) #1 – “Running Blind”

The New 52 introduces us to Barry Allen once again—scientist, forensic investigator, and the Fastest Man Alive. Francis Manapul wastes no time setting the tone: sleek art, fluid motion, and a clean redesign of Flash’s suit. The story focuses on Barry’s dual life—his attempts to balance his work and his hero duties—and reintroduces Iris West as a journalist trying to uncover the truth behind his disappearances.
The real hook comes when Barry’s old friend Manuel Lago returns, only to be killed by mysterious figures who seem to be clones of himself. It’s a strong debut that blends mystery, action, and emotional weight, all captured in Manapul’s gorgeous kinetic panels.

[Tanesha]

F

[Austin Hill · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.3

[Ellie · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5 I liked the other comic I read. I still love the flash and it was good. Honestly feel bad for the turbine and that guy with the sister. Sometimes confusing as heck but still entertaining.

[Sharon · Rating 4 out of 5]

This issue had plenty of things that give the series a solid start: a main character with personality and easy-to-follow action scenes and flashbacks. I also appreciated the panel layout when Barry Allen works in his apartment, running some tests and pacing and thinking. The dialogue feels natural enough and the supporting characters seem strong enough that I want to keep reading. As a bonus, there are several capable women in the story already, though I don't think this issue passes the Bechdel test.

[Peter · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.5 - I maintain that this is amongst the most perfect first issues of all time. It explains just enough about our hero, easily introduces a large amount of his cast, and places him into conflict, all without ever relying on heavy-handed exposition. Also: it's gorgeous.

Full Review: http://crushingkrisis.com/2011/09/dc-...

[Mark · Rating 3 out of 5]

While it starts out really strong - with some neat art concepts to denote the Flash's speed - the endless dithering about the nature of the "speed force" (never my favorite part of the Flash mythology) weighs down the second half of the collection.

[Caleb Thomas · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it!

This book is epic! I can't wait to get the next book!! Flash is my favorite hero!! I recommend to everyone who wants to read more about Flash. It was very easy to read. I wish it was longer though..

[Bodea · Rating 4 out of 5]

My nephew has my issues from 2010 so I decided to go ahead and read the issues from the new 52. The story is off to a promising start and I love the illustrations.

[Jota Houses · Rating 2 out of 5]

Hasta el nº 32

[barbara · Rating 4 out of 5]

OH MY FREAKING GOD

[Liz · Rating 4 out of 5]

good

[Luiz Santiago · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ótimo começo!

[Casey Cassidy · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5 - interesting read but felt like too little was explained. Still - enjoyed, might continue on.