I'm currently reading the Batgirl comics and I love Babarba's new portrayal. It's youthful and more upbeat. I can even sorta relate to her. Like her, I've gone through some rough problems in my life that left me depressed and moody (like when she was being written by Gail) and I recovered from that, developing a more laid-back, less paranoid personality. The way I see it, she is trying to live a happier life. Life gave her lemons, now she's making lemonade :P
Ever since her ongoing series, Harley Quinn has been developing into an anti-hero of sorts. Batman also commented that even though he didn't trust her, he was willing to let her continue her work. So what do you guys think? Do you think there's hope for her still? Could she really develop into a future force for good? I think it would make for an interesting change. A woman who was once abused and mistreated gains strength and independence after leaving the man who caused her pain (Death of the Family).
I, for one, love the new direction. I like the tone it has, light and quirky. Babs is young and full of life! I can relate to her as well. I mentioned this in my reviews before so I'm not gonna re-write, but yeah, I like the new Batgirl of Burnside.
As I mentioned in my review for #35, I can relate to THIS Babs everyone seems to hate. I went through personal struggles that left me all "moody" and "serious" and once I realized that being THAT wasn't going to do anything for me, I relaxed and began to enjoy life. So yeah, I can relate to this Babs, because as a 21 year old college student, I stopped worrying too much and began to see things in better light. Can't wait for this issue!
I totally disliked the episode and I'll tell you why: Beth's Death. It was unnecessary and personally heart breaking! She was the type of character I liked: A positive light that contrasted with everything that was dark and broody. Although some of you might disagree, I think that shows like these need characters like Beth. In real life, when you go through tough times, the people who are the most kindhearted are the ones who give you a lending hand, and she did just that in the show. She helped Daryl and Rick even (Taking care of Lil Ass-Kicker). Not only that, she could have been so much more, developed so much more! I don't even feel the need to watch the series right now (I might sound dramatic, but character deaths piss me off!)
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