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TF01
3,Generations - Comic Adaptation
4,
Adaptation by Michael Jan Friedman, published by DC Comics
Simon Plumbe
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Once again, the creative team at DC comics turned their hand to
producing the comics adaptation of a Trek movie, something they have
been doing since Star Trek III. As with their adaptation of Star Trek
VI, there are two different versions produced for Generations - the
regular edition retailing for $3.95 and the deluxe edition which sold
for $5.95.
I don't think there's any need to repeat my thoughts on the film
itself, although I have always felt that there are only certain types
of films that transfer well to comics... and sadly, Generations isn't
one of them. One of the problems with adapting big budget sci-fi
films is that all too often, the movies themselves have a tendency
towards high budget special effects, something which can never be
reproduced in a printed environment. Unfortunately, in the case of
Generations, it is clearly evident that the film relies HEAVILY on
it's effects, and as such, an adaptation was never really going to
work.
Despite this, the creative team managed to do the best they could
with the material they had. The writer, Michael Jan Friedman, only
had access to the movie script, not the finished film and because of
this, there were some scenes that may seem unfamiliar. However, it
was nice to see a number of scenes in the comic that were edited from
the movie such as Kirk's opening skydiving sequence. It was also nice
to see that the artwork showed the likenesses of the original actors
who played Picard's brother and nephew and not those seen in the
film.
The artwork is probably amongst the best I have seen in a Star Trek
comic, being handled by Star Trek veteran Gordon Purcell who has
managed to capture the actors likenesses brilliantly. Accompanying
him were Terry Pallot (formerly working for Malibu on their DS9
title) and the incredible Jerome Moore on inks. With a team like
that, you're going to be in for a visual treat. And to top things
off, the cover painting by Sonia Hillios is simply breathtaking.
As far as the two different editions are concerned, the regular is
basically the story in the form of a larger edition of the regular
comic book from DC. Things look up when you see the deluxe edition.
This version has a card cover and is bound properly as are most
graphic novels. The paper stock inside has been improved
dramatically, which only helps to bring the artwork to life. As well
as this, the interior features a cast listing for the film, plus a 6
page behind-the-scenes feature on the creation of the comic,
including stills from the film. The final icing on the cake is that
there are no adverts present in the deluxe edition, making the comic
a rather attractive package as a momento of the film.
However, at the end of the day, it is still an adaptation of a less
than enthralling movie, and as such I find it difficult to recommend
to anyone other than fans of the film.
Marcus Priddey
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As you are all aware, "Generations" is the latest Star Trek movie and
DC Comics are the people responsible for this adaptation.
To start with, the cover is beautifully painted by Sonia R. Hillios
depicting Picard, Riker, Data, Geordi and Beverley Crusher. Staying
on the artistry side for a moment, congratulations must go to Gordon
Purcell (penciller), Jerome Moore and Terry Pallott (inkers) and Rick
Taylor (colourist) for creating some incredible likenesses of the
characters from the movie.
As you start to read, you soon find that this adaptation contains
scenes cut from the movie, Kirk's orbital skydiving and Geordi's
torture sequence for example.
Also included in this 64 page book is a "Behind the Scenes" look at
how they actually converted the movie to comic. Whilst not exactly
necessary, it is informative and shows you how much is actually
involved in the process.
On the whole, well worth buying even if you didn't like the movie and
the price is quite reasonable as well (though mine was a prezzie
which I am very grateful for!).