Metal Hurlant, Heavy Metal Launch Kickstarters At The Same Time

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Well, this is sure confusing. In 1974, a new anthology magazine launched in France devoted to science fiction comics and stories. Called Metal Hurlant, it attracted submissions from the biggest artistic talents around at the time, like Frank Frazetta and HR Giger. In America it was localized as Heavy Metal, which is what “Metal Hurlant” means in English. For decades, wherever it was and whatever it was called, Metal Hurlant / Heavy Metal reveled in its title of World’s Coolest Magazine, but as the state of the magazine industry grew more dire, not even this was immune. The “final” issue of Heavy Metal was published in June of 2023, which wasn’t that long ago. But wait…what’s that? Rising from the ashes is Metal Hurlant! The original publishers, Humanoids in France, want to resurrect the magazine with both new and classic content. It will be a quarterly publication with stories by Brian Michael Bendis, Matt Fraction, Miran Kim, Karla Pacheco, Simon Roy, Matthew Sheean, Mark Waid and many others, plus unforgettable classics by Moebius, R. Crumb, Trina Robbins and much more! The Kickstarter has 16 more days on it and has already earned way over its initial goal. So I guess […]
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Metal Hurlant, Heavy Metal Launch Kickstarters At The Same Time

Rising from the ashes is Metal Hurlant! I guess the publication is revering to its original name...or not. A few days later another Kickstarter for Heavy Metal

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[Speitzarmunster]

I grew up reading Heavy Metal in the 80s, so seeing both it and Metal Hurlant make a comeback is a surreal kind of déjà vu. The idea of bringing back the original vision with Metal Hurlant intrigues me, especially with names like Moebius and R. Crumb attached. But let’s be honest—Taarna was iconic for a reason. If Heavy Metal leans into its movie legacy and distinctive visuals, it could hold its own. That said, the fractured history is a bit confusing for newcomers. It feels like choosing between two parts of the same soul.

 

[InkedSkull77]

I’ve always been curious about Heavy Metal but never really got into it—mostly because it seemed too focused on flashy visuals and less on substance. Reading this, it sounds like Metal Hurlant might have more to offer in terms of storytelling and variety. Still, having two competing campaigns is messy. Why not merge efforts instead of dividing the fanbase? Seems like a weird move.

 

[GodsAndHeroes]

OMG, this is so cool! I wasn’t around for the original Metal Hurlant or Heavy Metal, but I’ve watched the movie and loved the trippy visuals. The chance to see these stories in print again (or for the first time!) is amazing. I’m leaning toward Metal Hurlant because it feels more authentic, but I might support both. Decisions, decisions!

 

[hazel]

Ah, nothing like a good ol’ IP squabble to bring the fans out of the woodwork. I remember Heavy Metal when it wasn’t just a nostalgia-fueled cash cow. The magazine was about pushing boundaries, not selling statuettes. Metal Hurlant sounds like it’s trying to recapture that, but I’ll believe it when I see it.

 

[HopHead_420]

This feels like the perfect time to dive into the world of Heavy Metal and Metal Hurlant! Both seem to be targeting different aspects of sci-fi and fantasy, which means there’s something for everyone. I’m especially drawn to Metal Hurlant’s promise of top-tier talent and classic content. Fingers crossed both campaigns thrive!