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"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk

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#Journalist - writes about #StarTrek #Comics #StarWars #DnD #TDSB Teacher. In STAR WARS INSIDER, STAR TREK EXPLORER, BACK ISSUE mags. Also seen in DenofGeek.com & Trekcore.com - interviews/reviews @ Original-CIN.ca Hosts @fanexpocanada.bsky.social

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"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · 10h

In Grodd we Trust!

Just caught the cover of BACK ISSUE #163 ... and my historical overview of Gorilla Grodd is there!

BACK ISSUE is an Eisner-Winning journal of which I am grateful to be a contributor!

BACK ISSUE #163 (Twomorrows Publishing) ships in December!

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · 4d

It finally arrived!
#007 #JamesBond
#TheManWithTheGoldenGun

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · 5d

More anime than Star Wars ... read my review and see if you agree with what I wrote about Star Wars: Visions Vol. 3.

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Star Wars: Visions, Volume Three - Not so much Star Wars as Star Wars-flavoured Anime — Original Cin

By John Kirk

www.original-cin.ca

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · 7d

I'm not a fan of anime, but I can respect how much this means to fans of the genre and this franchise.

Apparently it does a good job of staying true to the source material!

Read my review of Chainsaw Man: The Movie - Reze Arc

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Chainsaw Man: The Movie – Reze Arc: Go With an Anime Otaku to 'Splain Things For You — Original Cin

By John Kirk

www.original-cin.ca

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · 7d

The greatest page in fiction.

This is hope.

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"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · 13d

From the "News to Share Dept."

I can announce @screenrant asked me to join their team as Senior Comics Writer & I accepted!

My nerdy love for comics began in Scotland emigrated with me to Canada. I'm excited to celebrate with my Comic Creator friends in the future!

Excelsior!

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · 14d

A film that I thoroughly enjoyed over the weekend - of course, I am a part of the intended audience! I survived the 80s!

See how others did too! Read my review of #ThisTooShallPass

www.original-cin.ca/posts/2025/1...

This Too Shall Pass: John Hughes-Infused Nostalgia Road-Trip is a Gen X Treat — Original Cin

By John Kirk

www.original-cin.ca

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · 23d

Re-watched Scanners last night. Doesn't hold up from what I remember sadly, but damn me if Michael Ironsides' line doesn't send shivers down the back of my neck.

"We're gonna do this the Scanners way: I'm gonna suck your brain dry."

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · 24d

A chance to chat with a film legend. I think I might put on a little of the old Ludwig Von B.

My interview with Maldolm McDowell.

www.original-cin.ca/posts/2025/1...

Original-Cin Chat: The Partisan's Malcolm McDowell on His Polish Connections — Original Cin

John Kirk

www.original-cin.ca

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · 27d

Malcolm McDowell's response to my observation that he killed Captain Kirk:

"Well. It HAD to be done."

Watch for my upcoming interview about his role in The Partisan!

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · Oct 4

Tonight's celebratory double feature consisted of:

Hot Tub Time Machine (2010)
Real Genius (1985)

... and a ten-year old Jura.

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · Oct 2

I really wanted more from this film. Such an amazing historical figure.

Here's my review of The Partisan.

www.original-cin.ca/posts/2025/1...

The Partisan: Morgane Polanski is Lost in a Botched Story of a Resistance Heroine — Original Cin

By John Kirk

www.original-cin.ca

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BACK ISSUE! Magazine @backissuemagazine.bsky.social · Oct 1

Like many, we have Diamond troubles and you can still help us.

Please donate and get cool books in advance.

Or subscribe to our magazines at twomorrows.com.

If physical copies are too much, buy the digital editions.

Or you can repost to get the word out.

Details here: givebutter.com/c/B7HQDj

twomorrows.bsky.social @twomorrows.bsky.social · Oct 1

Help TwoMorrows Publishing recoup its Diamond Comic Distributors bankruptcy losses! They owe us $65,000 we'll never get, so we’re having a fundraiser, with advance copies for supporters.

Any amount will help us keep producing all your favorite publications. Full details here: givebutter.com/B7HQDj

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"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · Oct 1

Wish I could tell yours!

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · Oct 1

Finished my 5k word treatise on the underestimated nature of Amanda Waller, director of the @DCOfficial anti-hero super team, The Suicide Squad.

Reading 300+ comics, you are aware of divisions among bad people, people in bad situations, & people who just can't help let you down!

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BACK ISSUE! Magazine @backissuemagazine.bsky.social · Sep 30

RIP to legendary movie poster artist Renato Casaro.

You've seen his art and probably never knew his name.

Our condolences to his family and fans throughout the world.

www.hollywoodreporter.com/movies/movie...

Marvel Super Special #35 (1984)

"Conan the Destroyer" movie adaptation

Story by Roy Thomas and Gerry Conway.

Comic adaptation by Michael Fleisher

Art by John Buscema

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"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · Sep 29

What a Good Boy!

#GoodBoy is in theatres, October 3 - if you're looking for a perfect horror story in time for Halloween, this is it.

Here's my review:

www.original-cin.ca/posts/2025/9...

Good Boy: Good Horror. When Your Dog Barks at ‘Nothing,’ Believe It! — Original Cin

By John Kirk

www.original-cin.ca

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BACK ISSUE! Magazine @backissuemagazine.bsky.social · Sep 25

Back Issue Magazine #120, June 2020 - "Heroes of Tomorrow"

Digital Edition available.

twomorrows.com/index.php?ma...

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"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · Sep 25

It's funny, but with the resurgence of interest in Space:1999, this article I wrote about the comic from Charleston Comics that came out just after the TV series just resurfaced in my feed!

This was also the last interview #NicolaCuti did before he sadly left us. I'm very proud it was mine.

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"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · Sep 24

Sigh ... Just didn't get the same joy out of this version of the Zombies as I did with the comic. Like I asked: where's the hunger?

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Marvel Zombies: Where's the Hunger? — Original Cin

By John Kirk

www.original-cin.ca

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · Sep 23

Yeah ... I'd think he'd be pretty proud of your return to the show. Just imagine he's applauding in the audience. I will.

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · Sep 23

Probably the most underestimated character in comics, not only have I gained a new appreciation for Amanda Waller in writing about her history, but I think I'd enjoy channeling some of her force of personality these days!

(Funny how Waller is voicing how I feel!)

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · Sep 22

As a fellow Danforth bookstore lover, is there any PR folks I can contact to send a question?

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · Sep 21

What is good in life?

Conan The Barbarian:

- crush your enemies
- see them driven before you.
- hear the lamentations of their women.

Captain John Kirk the Librarian:

- my family is happy and well
- bbq and cocktails abound
- hear the clicks of my keyboard as I write

"CAPTAIN" J. Kirk @captainjkirk.bsky.social · Sep 18