Phoo Action Deluxe Edition
Jamie Hewlett
(Author)
Matthew Wakeham
(Author)
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Description
Celebrate 25 years of the universe created by Gorillaz star Jamie Hewlett, in the iconic style that spearheads the band's success, with this silver jubilee compilation of comics, scripts, and an assortment of behind-the-scenes material of the franchise. For fans of the cult-classic Tank Girl, The Face magazine, and the Collector's crown jewel for unconventional crime-fighting. Jamie Hewlett and Mat Wakeham's iconic comic strips and creations take center stage in the Deluxe Edition of Phoo Action: Silver Jubilee. The superstar, supercop duo of Whitey Action and Terry Phoo once again battle side-by-side, as the edition celebrates the 25th anniversary of the creation of the Phoo Action universe. However, sixteen-year-old Kung-Fu orphan Whitey's hangover is rudely interrupted, and Phoo Action is forced to combat their notorious foes, 'The Freebies, ' and the rest of the ridiculous mutants that have returned to the filthy streets of Soho and are once again wreaking havoc. There are original, brilliant, and bizarre comics and all-new, gripping prose storylines, featuring unseen characters and nostalgic reappearances taking their places for an epic battle, ensuring that new and dedicated Phoo Action fans are going to be enthralled.The deluxe edition is a must-have for collectors, with extra features including exclusive art cards, original scripts on specially printed paper stock, exciting gatefolds, and a sleek slipcase to present Hewlett's signature graphic novel style and Mat Wakeham's design and narrative mastery in all its intended glory. The longtime collaborators deliver a unique blend of irreverent humor, unconventional crime-fighting, and mutant mayhem. Readers gain an insight into the creative minds behind not only Phoo Action but also the cult-classic Tank Girl and ground-breaking Gorillaz projects. Learn about the elusive Hewlett, gain insight into his working process, and appreciate the art that predates and foreshadows the renowned drawing style that now spearheads Gorillaz's stardom. Whether you're a Phoo Action enthusiast, Gorillaz fanatic, 'The Face' admirer, or a collector seeking an extraordinary addition to your shelf, Phoo Action: Super Deluxe Edition promises an action-packed adventure and immersive experience.
Product Details
Price
$99.98
$92.98
Publisher
Titan Comics
Publish Date
December 03, 2024
Pages
464
Dimensions
10.1 X 12.7 X 1.9 inches | 7.25 pounds
Language
English
Type
Hardcover
EAN/UPC
9781787743458
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Jamie Hewlett is the co-creator of Phoo Action and Tank Girl and was named Design Museum's Designer of the Year in 2006. The illustrator teamed up with Blur frontman Damon Albarn to create the multi-million selling, virtual pop group Gorillaz. Matthew Wakeham is the co-creator of Phoo Action and has been close friends with Jamie Hewlett since Hewlett''s creation of 'Tank Girl'. He has previously written for and worked on previous Phoo Action titles and was a key employee at Gorillaz's former design company Zombie Flesh Eaters.