Oscar Isaac Launches Dark Fantasy Graphic Novel HEAD WOUNDS on Kickstarter
Moon Knight star Oscar Isaac is preparing to make a splash into the world of comics with a Kickstarter to bring his story Head Wounds: Sparrow to life. The Dune actor is joining a talented crew and teaming with Legendary Comics in a bid to create a brand-new, supernatural detective story in graphic novel form.
Isaac previously revealed the idea during 2020's Comic-Con@Home and discussed a few plot details. The actor has been developing the story for a few years and is co-creating the book in part with his childhood friends, Bob Johnson and Jason Spire. While Head Wounds: Sparrow was targeted by Legendary for a 2021 release, the year passed with no word on the book's publishing.
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The story centers around Leo Guidry, a crooked Louisiana cop who bears more than a passing resemblance to Isaac. After suffering a psychic head wound, Guidry becomes embroiled in the ultimate battle between Good and Evil, and is forced to choose a side. Fans intrigued by the pitch now have a chance to help bring the graphic novel to life. Legendary Comics has launched a Kickstarter to get Head Wounds: Sparrow off the ground. The campaign launched Wednesday, May 4, with a goal to raise $10,000 by June 3. For now, fans can also sate their curiosity for Head Wounds with some of the book's gorgeous pages from artist Christian Ward, as well as the official synopsis from Legendary.
Tangled up in the battle between Good and Evil, a crooked Louisiana detective with a higher purpose must psychically suffer the wounds of those he’s sworn to protect until he brings their assailants to justice. No one would call Leo a good person – much less a good cop. But when his best friend is shot in front
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