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Indie Comic Review: Tune: Vanishing Point

Posted on November 14, 2012 by Brian Gardes

Derek Kirk Kim is back with another tale of a lovable loser who has relationship problems, work/school/life problems, and issues with parents who straddle a cultural divide. But this time, there is a twist. Aliens. Andy’s life is going nowhere, … Continue reading →

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A Cartoonist’s View of The ALA Conference

Posted on June 29, 2012 by Brian Gardes

Derek Kirk Kim (Same Difference, Eternal Smile, Mythomania) took his video camera to the ALA conference in Anaheim to explore the difference between an ALA conference and a comic book convention.  Along the way he interview a veritable who’s who … Continue reading →

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Indie Comic Review: Same Difference

Posted on January 6, 2012 by Brian Gardes

I have many regrets in life. If only I would have decked that kid in 8th grade who made my life a living hell. If only I would have put a the opportunity for a life experience (foreign exchange) in … Continue reading →

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Derek Kirk Kim and Prince Tell It Like It Is

Posted on January 5, 2012 by Brian Gardes

I came across this piece from Derek Kirk Kim the other day. When I was re-reading Same Difference in preparation for the new hardcover edition, it occurred to me how rooted the story is in the time of its creation. I don’t … Continue reading →

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Derek Kirk Kim Creates Mythomania

Posted on July 14, 2011 by Brian Gardes

Derek Kirk Kim is best known for his comics.  Eternal Smile.  Same Difference and Other Stories.  Healing Hands.  But, what he hopes to be known for now is his film making. Mythomania is Kim’s debut.  Serialized in nine parts on … Continue reading →

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