Graphic Novel Book Club Spotlight: Superman: Red Son (DC)
- Chris Mills
- Mar 22
- 2 min read
Creative Team: Mark Millar, Dave Johnson, Andrew Robinson, Kilian Plunkett, and Walden Wong
Synopsis: Imagine a reality where the world’s most powerful super-being does not grow up in Smallville, Kansas—or even America, for that matter…
Superman: Red Son is a vivid tale of Cold War paranoia, that reveals how the ship carrying the infant who would later be known as Superman lands in the midst of the 1950s Soviet Union. Raised on a collective, the infant grows up and becomes a symbol to the Soviet people, and the world changes drastically from what we know - bringing Superman into conflict with Batman, Lex Luthor and many others.
The acclaimed story by writer Mark Millar and artists Dave Johnson & Kilian Plunkett is collected here, featuring an extensive sketch section by Johnson, Plunkett and
Alex Ross. Collects Superman: Red Son #1-3.
What the Graphic Novel Book Club club had to say about this Title!
Ethan rated it 8 (out of 10)
"An interesting story on a godly being controlling the fate of humanity and their rebellion."
Peter rated it 4 (out of 10)
"Had tremendous potential, but was disappointed in the direction they chose. Still worth a read."
Jean rated it 7 (out of 10)
"While part of the story seemed typical, it was interesting seeing Superman as what we Americans would see as a bad guy."
Sean rated it 6 (out of 10)
"An interesting look into Superman's morality juxtaposed with the politics of the Cold War. It's worth reading."
Ian rated it 7 (out of 10)
"They had me in the first half...."
Patrick rated it 6 (out of 10)
"Interesting concept with cool art, but doesn't quite deliver on the level I was hoping for."
Rob rated it 7 (out of 10)
"A good Superman story with an interesting view on nature vs nurture, Not as different as it would lead you to think just based off the premises."
Chris rated it 6.5 (out of 10)
"I give Millar points for posing the what if scenario of Superman growing up on the opposite side of the iron curtain. I felt the ending would feel more impactful or poignant but felt a bit flat, even if I agree with the premise Millar was trying to present. "
Max rated it 8 (out of 10)
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