Best of 2025 Christopher Cantwell pt 2 Crime Comics and 2026 TV Plans

In this episode of Word Balloon, John Siuntres interviews Christopher Cantwell, spotlighting Cantwell's creator-owned comic projects, "Out Of Alcatraz" from Oni Press, co-created with Tyler Crook, and "Kid Maroon" from Vault Comics, co-created with Victor Santos. They discuss the inspiration, themes, and artistic process behind "Out Of Alcatraz," a crime story set after the infamous prison escape, and "Kid Maroon," a noir adventure featuring a child detective. Cantwell shares insights into adapting his own screenplay for "Out Of Alcatraz," working with Tyler Crook's artistic vision, and the personal themes explored in the comic. The conversation also delves into the meta-narrative of "Kid Maroon," its influences from Dick Tracy and Encyclopedia Brown, and the exploration of lost childhood and class dynamics. Additionally, Cantwell previews his work on AMC's "The Terror: Devil and Silver," discussing the plot, cast, and the horror elements of the series.