Joining the Green Party: Romita Talks “World War Hulk”

[andy khouri]

This June, the Hulk returns to earth and John Romita, Jr. returns to penciling the Green Goliath in “World War Hulk.” CBR News spoke with Romita about the book.

http://www.comicbookresources.com/news/newsitem.cgi?id=10652

[Hrungr]

Though some parts look rushed, the panels I've seen of the main fights are better than I expected and I've definitely become more sanguine with him on the art chores.

Can't wait!

[beetheb]

It's like I've said, Romita can draw a page that looks really rushed, that is immediately followed by a dynamic action sequence or something that is really cool...Honestly, I think he just gets bored drawing the exposition and flashbacky stuff and sorta just blows through it, but makes up for it with both the action and dramatic shots he can pull off.

No, WWH may not be as flashy as it would've been if, say, a Finch, or a McNiven, or a Hitch were drawing it, but thats not necessarily a bad thing. I'm pretty damn confident we'll get a memorable story.

And if anyone has doubts, I submit: Some of the best work Romita ever did. (http://comicartfans.com/GalleryPiece.asp?Page=1&Order=Date&Piece=263751&GSub=544&GCat=0&UCat=0)

If Romita can pull off WWH as well as he pulled off that, then I'd be perfectly content. ;)

[UnknownMaster]

Gotta say, that second panel on page 2 with the Illuminati's faces all distorted and laughing, you've got to wonder if that's the new look Iron Man's sporting these days. But I seriously cannot wait for this to be released.

[marveljrjr]

Though some parts look rushed, the panels I've seen of the main fights are better than I expected and I've definitely become more sanguine with him on the art chores.

Can't wait!

Not a chance!...Not one moment of this job was rushed....It doesn't make any sense to rush anything and have YOU comment on it....I was well aware that,you, Hungr, would be scrutinizing this job...so I worked, painstakingly, on it....NOT ONE LINE was rushed!:-)

[marveljrjr]

Gotta say, that second panel on page 2 with the Illuminati's faces all distorted and laughing, you've got to wonder if that's the new look Iron Man's sporting these days. But I seriously cannot wait for this to be released.

It looks like I'm going to explain ....It WAS distorted...It's supposed to be Hulk's point of view!!

[marveljrjr]

It's like I've said, Romita can draw a page that looks really rushed, that is immediately followed by a dynamic action sequence or something that is really cool...Honestly, I think he just gets bored drawing the exposition and flashbacky stuff and sorta just blows through it, but makes up for it with both the action and dramatic shots he can pull off.

No, WWH may not be as flashy as it would've been if, say, a Finch, or a McNiven, or a Hitch were drawing it, but thats not necessarily a bad thing. I'm pretty damn confident we'll get a memorable story.

And if anyone has doubts, I submit: Some of the best work Romita ever did. (http://comicartfans.com/GalleryPiece.asp?Page=1&Order=Date&Piece=263751&GSub=544&GCat=0&UCat=0)

If Romita can pull off WWH as well as he pulled off that, then I'd be perfectly content. ;)

I NEVER rush, anything.....well, maybe getting married....BUT not THIS!!!!

[marveljrjr]

It's like I've said, Romita can draw a page that looks really rushed, that is immediately followed by a dynamic action sequence or something that is really cool...Honestly, I think he just gets bored drawing the exposition and flashbacky stuff and sorta just blows through it, but makes up for it with both the action and dramatic shots he can pull off.

No, WWH may not be as flashy as it would've been if, say, a Finch, or a McNiven, or a Hitch were drawing it, but thats not necessarily a bad thing. I'm pretty damn confident we'll get a memorable story.

And if anyone has doubts, I submit: Some of the best work Romita ever did. (http://comicartfans.com/GalleryPiece.asp?Page=1&Order=Date&Piece=263751&GSub=544&GCat=0&UCat=0)

If Romita can pull off WWH as well as he pulled off that, then I'd be perfectly content. ;)

I NEVER get bored.....thanks for comparing me to those great, flashier, artists....I appreciate it.
How can I get bored?...I'm very even keeled...do YOU HEAR ME??!! I don't EVER GET BORED!!!...ahem...sorry I got unkeeled!:-)

[marveljrjr]

It's like I've said, Romita can draw a page that looks really rushed, that is immediately followed by a dynamic action sequence or something that is really cool...Honestly, I think he just gets bored drawing the exposition and flashbacky stuff and sorta just blows through it, but makes up for it with both the action and dramatic shots he can pull off.

No, WWH may not be as flashy as it would've been if, say, a Finch, or a McNiven, or a Hitch were drawing it, but thats not necessarily a bad thing. I'm pretty damn confident we'll get a memorable story.

And if anyone has doubts, I submit: Some of the best work Romita ever did. (http://comicartfans.com/GalleryPiece.asp?Page=1&Order=Date&Piece=263751&GSub=544&GCat=0&UCat=0)

If Romita can pull off WWH as well as he pulled off that, then I'd be perfectly content. ;)
Funny you should mention that Spidey art....I put much more work into this Hulk stuff than I did the Spidey stuff....Oh well it's all subjective...or is it OBjective...I missed that day of school.:-)

[Karl H]

I'm looking forward to this.

Really enjoyed Eternals - it was niche to see JRJr tackle something more 'epic' than the 'street-level' stuff he did on Spidey, DD and X-men. Hoping it rubs off in this Hulk series.

[Quinch]

jrjr-If ANY of it is as good as Hulk smashing "Ugly Monster" on the dam then I'm sold.
Actually was sold with 'I wanna hear you scream' so ignore that.

Quick question: is there going to be a Hitchcock/Stan Lee moment of your wife looting Macy's in the evacuation of Manhatten?

[marveljrjr]

jrjr-If ANY of it is as good as Hulk smashing "Ugly Monster" on the dam then I'm sold.
Actually was sold with 'I wanna hear you scream' so ignore that.

Quick question: is there going to be a Hitchcock/Stan Lee moment of your wife looting Macy's in the evacuation of Manhatten?

Nah..never looting....My wife would pay under any circumstances....It's the itchy credit card finger!

[UnknownMaster]

It looks like I'm going to explain ....It WAS distorted...It's supposed to be Hulk's point of view!!

I know that, I'm describing it, I'm just saying that Tony's armor seems to be sporting that kind of look nowadays to reflect his villainous status.

[Quinch]

Nah..never looting....My wife would pay under any circumstances....It's the itchy credit card finger!
Could have her waiting in line for however long the invasion lasts :D

Seriously though. Your artwork rocks.

[beetheb]

Funny you should mention that Spidey art....I put much more work into this Hulk stuff than I did the Spidey stuff....Oh well it's all subjective...or is it OBjective...I missed that day of school.:-)

Yeah, I always thought your Spidey and your Daredevil (particularly "Man Without Fear" that you did with Miller) were stand-outs in your work, and honestly I hadn't even seen that spidey pic I posted till I went and googled you and found it, but I did remember liking the "Amazing SM" run with JMS a lot...

Well, what we've seen so far from previews and such with WWH is kicking ass man, keep bringin' it, and don't get yourself in a rush. :D

[Skyfire]

JR is one of the nicest people in this biz ,however I think Iron Man was his best work with Layton inking just dont know about new stuff some great ,some well.......

[jboy]

Well Mr. Romita Jr., if that's really you, I just want to say that your version of the Punisher is the best version anyone has ever done. Keep up the great work and I look forward to WWH!

[ThunderKat]

JRjr. comics are a rarity, they make me smile & are so much fun to read. I notice every little thing in 'em.

I'm ecstatic that his been given an big event with a BIG character like the Hulk!

[Hrungr]

Not a chance!...Not one moment of this job was rushed....It doesn't make any sense to rush anything and have YOU comment on it....I was well aware that, you, Hungr, would be scrutinizing this job...so I worked, painstakingly, on it....NOT ONE LINE was rushed!:-)
Hrungr surreptiously switches John's IV... to decaf.

You are getting sleeeeepy John... Sleeeeeepy...

In WWH you are going to draw the Hulk turning the Sentry into a preeeetzel.

Preeeeetzellll....

:D

[Hrungr]

Argh - Double Post.

[marveljrjr]

Hrungr surreptiously switches John's IV... to decaf.

You are getting sleeeeepy John... Sleeeeeepy...

In WWH you are going to draw the Hulk turning the Sentry into a preeeetzel.

Preeeeetzellll....

:D

I'm having this dream that I'm spending time in front of a computer and repsonding to comments from these people in a forum called...CBR
AAAHHHH, I thought for a moment I ws missing work and I have to rush it all out....AAAAHHHH, some of the people are mad that I'm rushing!!!!!
Wheew, just a dream...I'm awake, but I have this craving for a.....pretzel?

[Magneto Rocks]

This reminds me again how great it is to have the creators around, on any forum.

So, almighty JR JR, how does it feel to draw Thor again???

You gonna blame a guy for trying? Hey, it COULD have worked...