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David Finch takes on BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT as writer/artist

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From DCs Site!

 

David Finch takes on BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT as writer/artist

Tuesday, July 13th, 2010

 

By Alex Segura

 

We promised big news. It doesn’t get much bigger than this.

 

When we announced superstar artist David Finch was going to be joining the ranks of the DC NATION, it was with the news that he’d be handling the covers on BRIGHTEST DAY and ACTION COMICS. But not only is Finch a all-star caliber cover artist, he’s a master storyteller. Fans got a taste of the compelling narrative Finch can create visually with the pages he did in BATMAN #700, paired with writer Grant Morrison.

 

But we can now add another credit to Finch’s vast resume: writer/artist.

 

Of an ongoing Batman series.

 

Starting in November, Finch will take the reins of BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT, a new ongoing Batman title featuring the hyper-detailed and kinetic artwork Finch has become known for plus his unique and yet classic interpretation of the Caped Crusader.

 

Can’t wait until November? The fun begins in October, with BATMAN: THE RETURN, a one-shot featuring Finch’s masterful pencils and words by Morrison, kicking off a new era for the Dark Knight and giving fans a quick taste of what’s coming in the new ongoing.

 

 

 

So what does Finch have in store for readers, both art-wise and as the writer? We caught up with him to get the lowdown on the new book:

 

“I’ve made no secret of the fact that I’ve wanted to draw Batman for a very, very long time. Batman and his world embody everything that I love about Superhero comics, and I could not be happier that I’ve gotten this opportunity!

 

Maybe the greatest thing about Batman is his versatility as a character. He can be so many things to so many people. For me though, the Neal Adams, Denny O’Neil issues from the early 70’s are the most definitive. That work casts a very long shadow over every Batman book that has come out since, and I think its a testament to it’s strength that close to 40 years later it remains modern and vital. Batman is at his best with his hands dirty, chasing the worst of the worst with everything on the line. He’s a detective, first and foremost. But he’s also the enforcer. Nobody gets away with crime under Batman’s watch, and he makes sure they think twice before they step over the line again.

 

The Dark Knight takes Batman outside what he knows, into a world of demonology, dark arts, and mystery. He’s the ultimate detective, faster, stronger and smarter than any villian, but now he faces creatures to whom logic and mortality don’t apply.

 

I want Dark Knight to be true to Batman’s street level, crime fighter roots. He’ll face a rogues gallery that we’re all familiar with, but this book will take him on a darker path where he’ll be stretched to his physical and psychological limits.”

 

BATMAN: THE DARK KNIGHT #1 hits in November.

 

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Why couldn't Finch take over on Detective or one of the other six Batman books? Does DC want Batman fans not to be able to afford other DC titles? Sorry about the rant, but geez...

 

That had crossed my mind too John to be honest. I can see how DC are putting on Batman completists in a big way. It won't affect me personally as I'm only in on Batman and 'Tec, although I do intend o catch up with Batman & Robin, so an extra book for a month or two to check it out won't hurt.

 

But there are that many Bat titles out there at the moment he's going to become the Deadpool of DC.

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Why couldn't Finch take over on Detective or one of the other six Batman books? Does DC want Batman fans not to be able to afford other DC titles? Sorry about the rant, but geez...

 

That had crossed my mind too John to be honest. I can see how DC are putting on Batman completists in a big way. It won't affect me personally as I'm only in on Batman and 'Tec, although I do intend o catch up with Batman & Robin, so an extra book for a month or two to check it out won't hurt.

 

But there are that many Bat titles out there at the moment he's going to become the Deadpool of DC.

 

Gav you DEFINITELY need to catch-up on the recent Batman and Robin issues. Morrison is doing something amazing that i think even you would like :)

 

Also about DC starting a new ongoing series... They're just taking the Marvel route ;)

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Why couldn't Finch take over on Detective or one of the other six Batman books? Does DC want Batman fans not to be able to afford other DC titles? Sorry about the rant, but geez...

 

That had crossed my mind too John to be honest. I can see how DC are putting on Batman completists in a big way. It won't affect me personally as I'm only in on Batman and 'Tec, although I do intend o catch up with Batman & Robin, so an extra book for a month or two to check it out won't hurt.

 

But there are that many Bat titles out there at the moment he's going to become the Deadpool of DC.

 

Gav you DEFINITELY need to catch-up on the recent Batman and Robin issues. Morrison is doing something amazing that i think even you would like :)

 

Yeah I just need to find out what the last issue was I bought :insane:

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But there are that many Bat titles out there at the moment he's going to become the Deadpool of DC.

 

The main difference between Batman and Deadpool is that Batman is actually a cool character :makepoint:

 

I hear ya! :preach:

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To be honest, I had just finished wrapping up my runs on the current Batman titles. I stopped Batman at #700, and am going to continue to get the last few issues of Batman & Robin (my lcs guy told me that the series is ending). My plan was to finish up my Batman comics with the return of Bruce Wayne.

 

However with Finch coming onboard to draw Batman and my not really being committed to any other Batman titles, I'll definitely give a read for an arc or two. I wonder how long Finch will commit himself to Batman!

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Why couldn't Finch take over on Detective or one of the other six Batman books? Does DC want Batman fans not to be able to afford other DC titles? Sorry about the rant, but geez...

 

+1

 

It'll be a great title until Finch tires of it after 8 issues. Then, after the replacement creators come aboard, it'll be just another Bat-title.

 

I'm curious to see if Finch has any writing chops, though.

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