Status
Available
Collection
Publication
Legendary Comics (2013), 112 pages
Description
Don't miss this exciting sci-fi prequel graphic novel of the hit Warner Bros. & Legendary motion picture, Pacific Rim directed by Guillermo del Toro! Chronicling the very first time Earth is menaced by incredible monsters known as Kaiju, these inhuman beasts rise from the ocean depths and threaten to extinguish all mankind! Witness the race to develop massive robot fighting machines called Jaegers, each one controlled simultaneously by two pilots whose minds are locked in a neural bridge. This action-packed tale features many of the key characters from the film as we follow them in their early careers. Witten by Pacific Rim screenwriter himself, Travis Beacham, and with del Toro's hands-on supervision, this volume is beautifully illustrated by Sean Chen, Yvel Guichet, and Pericles Junior; inks by Steve Bird and Mark McKenna; and fully painted cover by superstar artist Alex Ross.… (more)
User reviews
LibraryThing member sriemann
Enjoyed the backstory of the Pacific Rim movie, and the art was masterfully accomplished. Would've been interesting to see if there had been, in beginning, a Pacific nation v. Atlantic nation controversy.
LibraryThing member kornelas1
Threatened by giant monsters (Kaiju), civilization harnesses science and technology to fight back with monsters of their own, giant robots called Jaegers that are ‘piloted’ by the two individuals who link minds through a neural connection, or ‘handshake’. Released as a prequel to the movie
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of the same title, this graphic novel delves deeper into the world that Beacham and del Toro successfully crafted, showing the first day the Kaiju attacked (K-Day) and the proceeding years where humanity struggled save the world with the Jaeger program. More than anything, this graphic novel espouses the theme of love and declares the cooperative spirit of humanity as our last defense in the face the apocalypse. At its core, this story is unflinchingly proud of being hopeful and portrays the enduring spirit of people under duress without resorting to the ever-frequent cynicism that underpins other popular narratives of today. Of equal note is the unparalleled range of diversity in the story’s cast of characters; there are a plethora of people of color, in positions of power, as well as intriguing and powerful women, notably a prominent scientist and a fighter pilot. The most compelling aspect of the story, and why such heavy-handed themes can succeed as a narrative, is the ability to relate to the characters. Each is carefully positioned not just as a highly capable individual, but also as part of the social networks of family; prominently featured are the bonds between siblings, extended family, and chosen family. Together, people survive. Recommended for purchase. Show Less
LibraryThing member lesindy
I didn't see the film, and since this was a prequel I thought it would be interesting. It was quite boring, and reminded me of the Power Rangers. Hey I grew up with them LOL.
Also,the reporter is the cause of a breakup between two friends who run the mech. She just says "Oh I was a teen teehee." No
Also,the reporter is the cause of a breakup between two friends who run the mech. She just says "Oh I was a teen teehee." No
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remorse at all, the slut. Show Less
LibraryThing member krmajor
In an alternate world in 2013, a monstrous creature called a kaiju emerges from the depths of the Pacific Ocean and decimates San Francisco. This event kickstarts a series of devastating attacks by different kaiju across the world chronicled in the 2013 film Pacific Rim. In order to defeat the
The emergence of familiar characters from the movie like film protagonists Raleigh and Yancy Becket, and just a glimpse of a young Mako Mori, another protagonist, will make the beloved story seem familiar. However, the introduction of new and intriguing characters will give the story an entirely new spin. The graphic novel may not produce any new fans, but for those fans of the movie already, the need to know more about the world created in Pacific Rim will be undeniably fulfilled. Recommended. Grades 9 and up.
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kaiju, the world bands together and develops jaegers, giant robots designed to defeat the kaiju. The film only gives a little exposition about the development, but the graphic novel steps in to give Pacific Rim lovers the opportunity to learn more about the agonizing process of designing something that is capable of fighting monstrous creatures. The emergence of familiar characters from the movie like film protagonists Raleigh and Yancy Becket, and just a glimpse of a young Mako Mori, another protagonist, will make the beloved story seem familiar. However, the introduction of new and intriguing characters will give the story an entirely new spin. The graphic novel may not produce any new fans, but for those fans of the movie already, the need to know more about the world created in Pacific Rim will be undeniably fulfilled. Recommended. Grades 9 and up.
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LibraryThing member zot79
Fun preface to the blockbuster movie. Gives a little context to the strange world of Kaiju and Jaegers.
Language
Original language
English
Original publication date
2013-06-18
Physical description
10.2 inches
ISBN
0785153942 / 9780785153948