Creators on the Couch - Phillip Kennedy Johnson 3

Capes On the Couch - Where Comics Get Counseling

We follow up last episode with the second half of our discussion with writer Phillip Kennedy Johnson - this time we're talking James Bond, John Stewart, and the Incredible Hulk! Plus a meaningful discussion on patriotism, and Anthony & Doc make a pitch to work with PKJ ;)

Creators on the Couch - Phillip Kennedy Johnson 3

• Intro
• Superman
  • One last question: Metallo giving everything for his sister - where did that idea come from?

• James Bond (11:52)
  • Based more in Fleming novels vs. films?
  • Was there a particular Bond you had in mind while writing?
  • What makes him such an enduring character, in light of the constant reboots and takes on him?
  • Admittedly only read first half - could not access God & Country

• John Stewart (23:12)
  • Given your military background, did you gravitate towards John vs. other Lanterns?
  • Focus on John’s family life - mother with dementia and loss of younger sister
  • Revenant Queen - like her speech style (35:18)
  • Obviously it’s ongoing, but how far out do you have mapped storylines?

• Incredible Hulk (39:05)
  • This story is much more monster-oriented than previous Hulk runs - was this intended to shift away from internal/mental focus like the Ewing run?
  • Body horror - story and art focus on the pain and effects of transformation
  • What inspired Charlie? Feels like more than just audience surrogate

• What’s next for you? (52:24)
• Ending
  • Next episodes: Speedball, Deathstroke
  • Plugs for social

References:

• Marvel Team-Up #145 - PKJ (2:55)

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