Inside the Death-Dealing Fantasy of HEAD LOPPER

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  • Analyzing Andrew MacLean's Image Comics fantasy epic "Head Lopper" and its use of cartoonish violence and political intrigue to create a one-of-a-kind thrilling story.
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  • @tylermane77
    @tylermane77 4 ปีที่แล้ว +131

    Looks like Hellboy and Adventure Time had a kid.

    • @S3rp3nte
      @S3rp3nte 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      The protagonist remind me of Kratos from GoW 2018, the guy even had a talking head.

    • @yggdrasil3
      @yggdrasil3 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I've literally said basically the same thing to a friend trying to describe it!

    • @farmandoart5850
      @farmandoart5850 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is incredibly accurate

    • @alexbailey5211
      @alexbailey5211 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      That is a super accurate description. This video made me really want to read it

  • @darkroninmarvel
    @darkroninmarvel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +109

    now we need an animated adaptation by Genndy Tartakovsky

    • @adamroquemore6410
      @adamroquemore6410 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ya beat me to it. As soon as he said "brutal action in a cartoonish style", I knew that these two would be a match made in heaven

    • @ilitardo160
      @ilitardo160 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      THIS IS IT BROTHA

  • @johnchaney2772
    @johnchaney2772 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    This screams “Rated R Adventure Time” to me and I like it

  • @TwoFacedKid4
    @TwoFacedKid4 4 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    Was fortunate to obtain my very first copy from Andrew MacLean himself at a convention. He even drew Agatha on the inside cover. Haven't bought something that good at a con in so long. The artwork, the storytelling, it reminded me so much of Samurai Jack and The Witcher, but original in its telling and characters. A real gem of a comic series.

    • @MattDraper
      @MattDraper  4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      That's awesome!

  • @Chandasouk
    @Chandasouk 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    During At Home Comic Con, Matt Draper blinded us with his beauty and majestic mane of hair

  • @DanDantheMagicMan
    @DanDantheMagicMan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This story is what inspired me to finally pursue creating my own fantasy story called bloodfuck and I have to say I am endlessly thankful for not only this comic but this channel for making me realize it can be taken seriously.

    • @malosprime4910
      @malosprime4910 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Cool. this ispired me as well to work on y one novel series. it follows the shenanigans of two super-powerful best buddies on a quest for fame and glory. Its set in a gonzo world of superheroes, anime, mythology and alien gods.

  • @KINGBADASS100
    @KINGBADASS100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    It’s cool your’e doing more independent comic videos lately. I think a really good series to do a video on would be Stan Sakai’s Usagi Yojimbo!

    • @vincentbatten4686
      @vincentbatten4686 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That would be cool, but I would not envy the person having to read all of that in a short time frame to try and do an analysis.

    • @KINGBADASS100
      @KINGBADASS100 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Vincent Batten Eh, it’s not that long. I mean, it’s not any longer than a lot of Marvel/DC stuff.

  • @OwenLikesComics
    @OwenLikesComics 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Brilliant video, Matt. I've been fascinating with this series ever since you told me about it!

    • @MattDraper
      @MattDraper  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks, Owen! It's so good!

  • @psychobilly42069
    @psychobilly42069 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    my favorite comic art of all time

  • @kingsadvisor18
    @kingsadvisor18 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Never heard of this before, thanks for the introduction. Ready to spend $60 bucks on all three volumes right now

    • @jamespilcher4069
      @jamespilcher4069 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I've been reading since the kickstater it fucking rules it and Copra are two of my favorite indie comics of all time

    • @sethleoric2598
      @sethleoric2598 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's friggin great, to be honest i didn't like 3 because of the shading but daaamn the action and world are great! Book 2 is my favoeite though

  • @kieranbenclarke9821
    @kieranbenclarke9821 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    The Art looks like Adventure Time meets Mike Mignola

  • @Justicemanga2
    @Justicemanga2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is screaming for a Netflix adaptation. I'd be watching from dusk till dawn!! And beyond!

  • @witchdoctorstrong3734
    @witchdoctorstrong3734 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Reminds me of "Batman: Last Knight on Earth" with a warrior and a talking head.

  • @paulspence2815
    @paulspence2815 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I love Head Lopper. The talking head provides comic relief. It is a pretty fun series. MacLean publishes one over sized issue per quarter. There are four issues per year.

  • @SnapperChannel
    @SnapperChannel 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Thanks Matt for giving me another comic to add to my list during this quarantine. This definitely looks like an awesome comic to read.

  • @sebastienvondoom8615
    @sebastienvondoom8615 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    Seems interesting. I've never heard of this.

    • @Dyler
      @Dyler 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It is AMAZING! Please check it out.

    • @JTR_3
      @JTR_3 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes it’s even better than anyone would expect. A true classic of the decade

    • @sethleoric2598
      @sethleoric2598 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It's friggin amazing,i came across it 2 years ago in while visiting Canada, amazing buy!

    • @sebleonard8273
      @sebleonard8273 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Image Comics is fairly unknown, sadly.
      Because they have some really original and interesting projects

  • @maxheilman5314
    @maxheilman5314 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Seems very Mignolaish... gonna have to check this out.
    I'd be interested in hearing your thoughts on Harrow County. I personally love it for the same reasons I love the movie The Vvitch.

  • @jaredhall5169
    @jaredhall5169 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I freakin love the idea of a guy decapitating some monster... but like it doesn't work and now he's honor-bound to just carry the head around. Like now you're a babysitter for a talking head.

    • @MattDraper
      @MattDraper  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It's a great dynamic! Really makes the series' humor stand out.

  • @zachweaver3006
    @zachweaver3006 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great comic. Andrew McClean does not disappoint. Excited to pick up Vol 4 this weekend. Been waiting for a while.

  • @ChrisLawton66
    @ChrisLawton66 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your videos sound like John Mulaney talking about comics. I like 'em.

  • @dantecrottogini529
    @dantecrottogini529 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've only read the first arc but i really enjoyed it. The art is fantastic and i love that the issues are double sized

  • @malosprime4910
    @malosprime4910 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Truly oringinal; it inspires me to work on my project. A saga about the shenanigans of two super-powerful best buddies on a quest for fame and glory.

  • @MattyStoked
    @MattyStoked 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this video. I love Head Lopper and it's great to see you creating a video about it. No doubt you're introducing hundreds of people to this great comic, and that's a fantastic use of your platform. Love that.

    • @MattDraper
      @MattDraper  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! So glad you liked it! I hope this pushes way more readers to the comic because it deserves it.

  • @rockets_meowth
    @rockets_meowth 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Nice. Didn't know vol 3 was even out yet!
    You should check our Sean Gordon Murphy/Matt Hollingsworth collaborations as well as Mateo Scalera. Batman isn't my all time favorite but Sean Gordon Murphy draws the most wide but fast batman. All of his human anatomy feels almost Jack Kirby inspired, like Headloppers art feels.

  • @gastongenser1331
    @gastongenser1331 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I freaking love McLean art, and Headlopper is amazing. Can you make a video on Orc Stain by James Stokoe?

    • @MattDraper
      @MattDraper  4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I love Stokoe. Probably going to do a Dead Orbit Video first, also did a Half Century War Video last year.

    • @gastongenser1331
      @gastongenser1331 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@MattDraper Oh great! I didnt know about your video on Half Century War, I just recently found this amazing channel

  • @sethleoric2598
    @sethleoric2598 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally a head lopper video, geez mate i've been waiting 2 years for this!

  • @vincentbatten4686
    @vincentbatten4686 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dude, this book is so good. Love the analysis.

  • @Eleven17Studios
    @Eleven17Studios 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hellboy and Zelda? Sign me up, this looks very cool

  • @monsterdrinkingtax2072
    @monsterdrinkingtax2072 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey there,i just want to thank you for this video,i've never heard of this comic a thanks to you,i bought first volume recently,and i enjoyed it,so once again,thanks

  • @tayojones9460
    @tayojones9460 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great analysis Matt. In the future, could you please dona video for East of West? That is my favourite image comic book series.

  • @apieceofbitsandpieces342
    @apieceofbitsandpieces342 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Never Heard of this comic, But it sounds like something I would like. Definitely putting this on read list.

  • @alexbailey5211
    @alexbailey5211 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Read the whole series thanks to this video and loved it. Wonder wat other image series matt would recommend

  • @harryflintham5322
    @harryflintham5322 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Absolutely adored the video dude, keep up the good work! And if you're taking any suggestions, what about Superman: Secret Identity or Waid and Johns' run on The Flash. But except that, fantastic video man!

  • @hankscorpion9939
    @hankscorpion9939 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great work as always Matt!

  • @WenBilson
    @WenBilson 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    A comic I’ve never heard of before! Wonderful video Mr Draper, as always, I look forward to the next one. xx

    • @MattDraper
      @MattDraper  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you, Wen! Head Lopper is so good, I had to get out word on it.

  • @antennahead-official9524
    @antennahead-official9524 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This reminds me a lot of Halloween Boy! I think it'd be a very interesting indie comic to cover for sure!

  • @fernandoluna6589
    @fernandoluna6589 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    great job as always matt

  • @rabidspatula1013
    @rabidspatula1013 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finishing up the final volume. Absolutely awesome on every level. If you like Conan, Witcher, or D&D you will be well entertained.

  • @mxuri6240
    @mxuri6240 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    If it is possible, I really love your Daredevil videos, how they explain the stories and tones of Daredevil, and I have not seen such greatness in a comic since Frank Miller's run. Nocentti, Bendis, and Waid are all good comic book writers, but the Frank Miller run is at top along with Chip Zdarksky. I was wondering if you can make a video on Zdarksky's Daredevil run or even Brubaker since you mentioned him once, but mainly Zdarsky who is at the top right now, writing great and original stories who have entered the hearts of the readers. Thank you for making these videos because I learn so much.

  • @imjmar
    @imjmar 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m really going to have to check this out, another great recommendation!!

  • @dawwe8869
    @dawwe8869 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good stuff man!

  • @MrocnyZbik
    @MrocnyZbik 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Finally. Comic book I read before the review.

  • @edgewiseCL
    @edgewiseCL 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Could totally see this as an animated series....especially after watching Primal

  • @baldomiropoopito812
    @baldomiropoopito812 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Matt I've been watching your videos for a while now I really like your in-dept analysis of comic books (especially the obscure ones) how you explain them and all that may I suggest Sandman by Neil Gaiman. Great content keep it up.

  • @zemox2534
    @zemox2534 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    This comic looks awesome!

  • @rickypoole5716
    @rickypoole5716 ปีที่แล้ว

    I want to see this as an animated show for adults. This would be perfect for adult swim or hbo

  • @dr.skeletalin3-d195
    @dr.skeletalin3-d195 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Do you think you’ll do a follow up on Mulgrid’s stair? Or are you waiting till more volumes come out?

  • @jamespilcher4069
    @jamespilcher4069 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    This comic FUCKING RULES

  • @thereallycool
    @thereallycool 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Never heard of this, but I dig it

  • @roebenns7601
    @roebenns7601 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool I'll check it out

  • @simplyjosh1275
    @simplyjosh1275 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great video once again if u get the chance to I think a good series to do is Bone

  • @DevonPalmer98
    @DevonPalmer98 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hear it’s made by image comics, buys instantly

  • @grimmjowwsbane775
    @grimmjowwsbane775 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    You’re on a roll Mr.Draper. B) ever consider doing B.P.R.D.?

    • @MattDraper
      @MattDraper  4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      BPRD will happen. But one more Hellboy video to set that up first.

  • @tayloredwards9144
    @tayloredwards9144 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Please do Maus by art spiegelman

    • @OwenLikesComics
      @OwenLikesComics 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      I second this, I'd love to hear Matt's thoughts on one of my all-time favourite comics!

    • @MattDraper
      @MattDraper  4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Owen, you're not my boss!

    • @OwenLikesComics
      @OwenLikesComics 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@MattDraper...not yet

  • @hopebringer2348
    @hopebringer2348 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I feel like my brain has been conditioned so that, every time you say "X and his friends will have to stand together if they want a chance to win(something like that)" I immediately feel like eating Oreos.

  • @ricardovelchi5760
    @ricardovelchi5760 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    Something like Beowulf

  • @yggdrasil3
    @yggdrasil3 4 ปีที่แล้ว

    I may be a minority here, but I'm not that into Head Lopper, and yes, I have read all the volumes thus far. I just find that the only thing it has going for it is the artstyle and that doesn't even stay consistent. On the other hand, I don't think it's trying to be anything else.