The Manga Bible - Extreme
April 18th 2008 01:19
The Manga Bible - Extreme
At first you think it is a joke. Then you begin to look and realize these guys are serious.
Those crazy Manga dude are all over the world and my life would not be complete with out my weekly dose of Japanese Anime. Yet when looking up news stories on the Times on Line to rip off an Blog about I found the new winner. The Manga Bible - Extreme.
You would expect such a venture to be like all the other picture Bibles that are around, colourful images and serene setting that look like something from Cecil B DeMille film lot. However in this version you get something very different and very Japanese in style. Even the clothes in many of the cells have that Seven Samurai fashion.
Unlike Jack Chick's Track comics there is not the same bigoted edge to distract and annoy the reader. The artwork is in a completely different style and perhaps could be described as God meets Kabuki.
I don't see the Manga Bible as causing a great flood of converts and can be appreciated on its artistic merits alone. How many people have converted to Taoism since Manga was introduced? Yet despite the messages in many of the comics and films the appreciation has been for its unique perspective and imaginative visuals.
Perhaps it is the insanity a this new perspective that makes it so interesting.
So whether for a laugh or just for the appreciation of fine Manga styling it is worth a further look.
The website con be found here:
http://www.themangabible.com
and
For those he really need a laugh you can check out the truly warped mind of Jack Chick here:
www.chick.com
David an Golioth - Eat your heat out Jack Chick
At first you think it is a joke. Then you begin to look and realize these guys are serious.
Those crazy Manga dude are all over the world and my life would not be complete with out my weekly dose of Japanese Anime. Yet when looking up news stories on the Times on Line to rip off an Blog about I found the new winner. The Manga Bible - Extreme.
You would expect such a venture to be like all the other picture Bibles that are around, colourful images and serene setting that look like something from Cecil B DeMille film lot. However in this version you get something very different and very Japanese in style. Even the clothes in many of the cells have that Seven Samurai fashion.
Even the Black and White cells have a dramatic quality
Unlike Jack Chick's Track comics there is not the same bigoted edge to distract and annoy the reader. The artwork is in a completely different style and perhaps could be described as God meets Kabuki.
I love the colour of this cell.
I don't see the Manga Bible as causing a great flood of converts and can be appreciated on its artistic merits alone. How many people have converted to Taoism since Manga was introduced? Yet despite the messages in many of the comics and films the appreciation has been for its unique perspective and imaginative visuals.
Chick's Tracts always enjoyed burning people in Hell for absolutely no reason.
Perhaps it is the insanity a this new perspective that makes it so interesting.
So whether for a laugh or just for the appreciation of fine Manga styling it is worth a further look.
The website con be found here:
http://www.themangabible.com
and
For those he really need a laugh you can check out the truly warped mind of Jack Chick here:
www.chick.com
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Comment by tlcorbin
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Comment by Damo
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That was fast.
Maybe I should start my own religion.
Comment by Jessicca
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Very interesting, especially how they portray Jesus with the disciples behind. They looked more like going to war than to share the good news though... (with the red background)
I still love the David and Goliath image. Really nicely drawn and portrayed.
Thanks for sharing!
Have a blessed day!
Comment by Mountain Fog
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Saw a feature length film in the early 70's that was done in the style of Japanese block print art, truly amazing experience...shoudl have followed my early dream, to become an animator...oh well.
only full length animated film I have seen, in recent times was about 6 years ago, it was almost perfectly realistic....very spooky!
cheers
fog
Comment by Damo
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Thanks for your comments.
I think the David and Goliath is very close to Lord of the Rings imagery.
I keep looking at the cells and thinking Samurai Bible classes. An amazing culture shift.
Damo
Comment by Damo
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Thanks for your comments.
I can only suggest that a good intro would be to rent the DVD Ghost in a Shell and perhaps Blood - The Last Vampire.
If you like those then you will be ready for Akira.
It is art unto itself.
Comment by Mountain Fog
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next time I'm down at the video shop I'll try them out.
tanx
fog
Comment by Damo
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It is trip and you won't need drugs to take it.
Comment by Miswanderlust
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I have seen it all now..... I sent your link to all my Manga loving friends.
Mis
Comment by Damo
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Thanks for your comments.
I hope that your friends enjoy the style.