Andrew Newton reviews Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1… Titan Comics’ Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1 immerses readers in the midst of a hauntingly beautiful disaster area. The island of Kibitsujima, located just off the Japanese coast, has been overtaken by enormous kaiju. While most people would flee in fear, psychologist Kazuki Kisaragi boards a boat and ventures straight into the turmoil. As the newly appointed Section Chief of Security Section 4, Kisaragi is faced not only with the looming danger of gigantic monsters but also with a tangled web of intricate human dynamics and bureaucratic friction. This initial volume skillfully balances world-building with character development. Kisaragi serves as an intriguing protagonist: composed, perceptive, and somewhat enigmatic. As he acclimates to his new position, we meet a strong supporting cast, including the straightforward and amiable Sumire Hasegawa, Supervisor of the Ward Office Security Division; the seemingly unfeeling Chief Tomohiko Munehiro; and the astute Agent Miko Mikoshiba. Each character offers a unique perspective on Kisaragi’s unusual new reality alongside the kaiju, and Nykken’s writing ensures their relationships remain relatable and credible. However, the kaiju themselves truly steal the show. Nykken’s artwork depicts them with a blend of grotesque allure and terrifying enormity, though there is one gentle creature that is endearingly cute, winning Mikoshiba's affection swiftly. These beings are not mere mindless entities; they embody elemental forces, each with distinct personalities and varying degrees of threat. The encounters in Volume 1 hint at a broader mythology and raise more questions than they resolve, yet they do so in a way that keeps the reader engaged. Stylistically, the comic emphasizes the tension in encounters rather than relying solely on constant action, although it does feature some high-stakes, thrilling moments. There is a persistent sense of dread lurking beneath the surface, accentuated by atmospheric linework and eerie environmental details. When the action does occur, it delivers with impact, utilizing splash pages that inspire sheer awe. Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1 is a strong debut: a mix of psychological tension, sci-fi horror, and kaiju elements. It’s evident that the narrative is building towards something significant, and this first volume effectively lays the groundwork. Though Kibitsujima may be overwhelmed, this series is just beginning, and it’s definitely one to watch. Rating – A tale about a psychologist, an island teeming with kaiju, and colleagues intertwined with the kaiju experience deserves a score of 7/10. Andrew Newton

Andrew Newton reviews Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1… Titan Comics’ Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1 immerses readers in the midst of a hauntingly beautiful disaster area. The island of Kibitsujima, located just off the Japanese coast, has been overtaken by enormous kaiju. While most people would flee in fear, psychologist Kazuki Kisaragi boards a boat and ventures straight into the turmoil. As the newly appointed Section Chief of Security Section 4, Kisaragi is faced not only with the looming danger of gigantic monsters but also with a tangled web of intricate human dynamics and bureaucratic friction. This initial volume skillfully balances world-building with character development. Kisaragi serves as an intriguing protagonist: composed, perceptive, and somewhat enigmatic. As he acclimates to his new position, we meet a strong supporting cast, including the straightforward and amiable Sumire Hasegawa, Supervisor of the Ward Office Security Division; the seemingly unfeeling Chief Tomohiko Munehiro; and the astute Agent Miko Mikoshiba. Each character offers a unique perspective on Kisaragi’s unusual new reality alongside the kaiju, and Nykken’s writing ensures their relationships remain relatable and credible. However, the kaiju themselves truly steal the show. Nykken’s artwork depicts them with a blend of grotesque allure and terrifying enormity, though there is one gentle creature that is endearingly cute, winning Mikoshiba's affection swiftly. These beings are not mere mindless entities; they embody elemental forces, each with distinct personalities and varying degrees of threat. The encounters in Volume 1 hint at a broader mythology and raise more questions than they resolve, yet they do so in a way that keeps the reader engaged. Stylistically, the comic emphasizes the tension in encounters rather than relying solely on constant action, although it does feature some high-stakes, thrilling moments. There is a persistent sense of dread lurking beneath the surface, accentuated by atmospheric linework and eerie environmental details. When the action does occur, it delivers with impact, utilizing splash pages that inspire sheer awe. Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1 is a strong debut: a mix of psychological tension, sci-fi horror, and kaiju elements. It’s evident that the narrative is building towards something significant, and this first volume effectively lays the groundwork. Though Kibitsujima may be overwhelmed, this series is just beginning, and it’s definitely one to watch. Rating – A tale about a psychologist, an island teeming with kaiju, and colleagues intertwined with the kaiju experience deserves a score of 7/10. Andrew Newton

      Black Fawn's newest horror film, *It Feeds*, has hit theaters across Canada and in various countries globally. We had the opportunity to speak with the film's main actors, Ashley Greene and Shawn Ashmore, about their roles and their collaboration once again after their 2021 horror film, *Aftermath*.

      In *It Feeds*, Greene portrays Cynthia, a mother and psychiatrist with clairvoyant abilities who assists her patients in overcoming their profound traumas. When a young girl arrives at her home office pleading for help, stating that a dark entity is tormenting her, she is taken away by her father, Randall, played by Ashmore, who is determined to protect his daughter from this supernatural threat. Check out our review here and watch the interviews below.

      When a troubled young girl bursts into their home psychiatry practice, claiming that a horrifying entity is feeding on her, Jordan and her clairvoyant mother must find a way to confront the evil force before the girl is completely consumed.

      *It Feeds* features Ashley Greene (The Twilight Saga), Shawn Ashmore (X-Men), Ellie O’Brien (My Life With The Walter Boys), Shayelin Martin (Wild Goat Surf), Julian Richings (Beau is Afraid), Juno Rinaldi (Workin’ Moms), and Mark Taylor (Cinderella Man).

      *It Feeds* is now playing in theaters throughout Canada.

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Andrew Newton reviews Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1… Titan Comics’ Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1 immerses readers in the midst of a hauntingly beautiful disaster area. The island of Kibitsujima, located just off the Japanese coast, has been overtaken by enormous kaiju. While most people would flee in fear, psychologist Kazuki Kisaragi boards a boat and ventures straight into the turmoil. As the newly appointed Section Chief of Security Section 4, Kisaragi is faced not only with the looming danger of gigantic monsters but also with a tangled web of intricate human dynamics and bureaucratic friction. This initial volume skillfully balances world-building with character development. Kisaragi serves as an intriguing protagonist: composed, perceptive, and somewhat enigmatic. As he acclimates to his new position, we meet a strong supporting cast, including the straightforward and amiable Sumire Hasegawa, Supervisor of the Ward Office Security Division; the seemingly unfeeling Chief Tomohiko Munehiro; and the astute Agent Miko Mikoshiba. Each character offers a unique perspective on Kisaragi’s unusual new reality alongside the kaiju, and Nykken’s writing ensures their relationships remain relatable and credible. However, the kaiju themselves truly steal the show. Nykken’s artwork depicts them with a blend of grotesque allure and terrifying enormity, though there is one gentle creature that is endearingly cute, winning Mikoshiba's affection swiftly. These beings are not mere mindless entities; they embody elemental forces, each with distinct personalities and varying degrees of threat. The encounters in Volume 1 hint at a broader mythology and raise more questions than they resolve, yet they do so in a way that keeps the reader engaged. Stylistically, the comic emphasizes the tension in encounters rather than relying solely on constant action, although it does feature some high-stakes, thrilling moments. There is a persistent sense of dread lurking beneath the surface, accentuated by atmospheric linework and eerie environmental details. When the action does occur, it delivers with impact, utilizing splash pages that inspire sheer awe. Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1 is a strong debut: a mix of psychological tension, sci-fi horror, and kaiju elements. It’s evident that the narrative is building towards something significant, and this first volume effectively lays the groundwork. Though Kibitsujima may be overwhelmed, this series is just beginning, and it’s definitely one to watch. Rating – A tale about a psychologist, an island teeming with kaiju, and colleagues intertwined with the kaiju experience deserves a score of 7/10. Andrew Newton Andrew Newton reviews Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1… Titan Comics’ Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1 immerses readers in the midst of a hauntingly beautiful disaster area. The island of Kibitsujima, located just off the Japanese coast, has been overtaken by enormous kaiju. While most people would flee in fear, psychologist Kazuki Kisaragi boards a boat and ventures straight into the turmoil. As the newly appointed Section Chief of Security Section 4, Kisaragi is faced not only with the looming danger of gigantic monsters but also with a tangled web of intricate human dynamics and bureaucratic friction. This initial volume skillfully balances world-building with character development. Kisaragi serves as an intriguing protagonist: composed, perceptive, and somewhat enigmatic. As he acclimates to his new position, we meet a strong supporting cast, including the straightforward and amiable Sumire Hasegawa, Supervisor of the Ward Office Security Division; the seemingly unfeeling Chief Tomohiko Munehiro; and the astute Agent Miko Mikoshiba. Each character offers a unique perspective on Kisaragi’s unusual new reality alongside the kaiju, and Nykken’s writing ensures their relationships remain relatable and credible. However, the kaiju themselves truly steal the show. Nykken’s artwork depicts them with a blend of grotesque allure and terrifying enormity, though there is one gentle creature that is endearingly cute, winning Mikoshiba's affection swiftly. These beings are not mere mindless entities; they embody elemental forces, each with distinct personalities and varying degrees of threat. The encounters in Volume 1 hint at a broader mythology and raise more questions than they resolve, yet they do so in a way that keeps the reader engaged. Stylistically, the comic emphasizes the tension in encounters rather than relying solely on constant action, although it does feature some high-stakes, thrilling moments. There is a persistent sense of dread lurking beneath the surface, accentuated by atmospheric linework and eerie environmental details. When the action does occur, it delivers with impact, utilizing splash pages that inspire sheer awe. Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1 is a strong debut: a mix of psychological tension, sci-fi horror, and kaiju elements. It’s evident that the narrative is building towards something significant, and this first volume effectively lays the groundwork. Though Kibitsujima may be overwhelmed, this series is just beginning, and it’s definitely one to watch. Rating – A tale about a psychologist, an island teeming with kaiju, and colleagues intertwined with the kaiju experience deserves a score of 7/10. Andrew Newton

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Andrew Newton reviews Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1… Titan Comics’ Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1 immerses readers in the midst of a hauntingly beautiful disaster area. The island of Kibitsujima, located just off the Japanese coast, has been overtaken by enormous kaiju. While most people would flee in fear, psychologist Kazuki Kisaragi boards a boat and ventures straight into the turmoil. As the newly appointed Section Chief of Security Section 4, Kisaragi is faced not only with the looming danger of gigantic monsters but also with a tangled web of intricate human dynamics and bureaucratic friction. This initial volume skillfully balances world-building with character development. Kisaragi serves as an intriguing protagonist: composed, perceptive, and somewhat enigmatic. As he acclimates to his new position, we meet a strong supporting cast, including the straightforward and amiable Sumire Hasegawa, Supervisor of the Ward Office Security Division; the seemingly unfeeling Chief Tomohiko Munehiro; and the astute Agent Miko Mikoshiba. Each character offers a unique perspective on Kisaragi’s unusual new reality alongside the kaiju, and Nykken’s writing ensures their relationships remain relatable and credible. However, the kaiju themselves truly steal the show. Nykken’s artwork depicts them with a blend of grotesque allure and terrifying enormity, though there is one gentle creature that is endearingly cute, winning Mikoshiba's affection swiftly. These beings are not mere mindless entities; they embody elemental forces, each with distinct personalities and varying degrees of threat. The encounters in Volume 1 hint at a broader mythology and raise more questions than they resolve, yet they do so in a way that keeps the reader engaged. Stylistically, the comic emphasizes the tension in encounters rather than relying solely on constant action, although it does feature some high-stakes, thrilling moments. There is a persistent sense of dread lurking beneath the surface, accentuated by atmospheric linework and eerie environmental details. When the action does occur, it delivers with impact, utilizing splash pages that inspire sheer awe. Toxic Super Beasts Vol. 1 is a strong debut: a mix of psychological tension, sci-fi horror, and kaiju elements. It’s evident that the narrative is building towards something significant, and this first volume effectively lays the groundwork. Though Kibitsujima may be overwhelmed, this series is just beginning, and it’s definitely one to watch. Rating – A tale about a psychologist, an island teeming with kaiju, and colleagues intertwined with the kaiju experience deserves a score of 7/10. Andrew Newton

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