Cellulite

Claire Bretécher’s Cellulite (1972–1977) ran for just two issues from Dargaud, but its title character—a sharp, sardonic woman navigating the absurdities of modern life—made a lasting impression. Bretécher’s distinctive, expressive linework and wry humor defined this brief series, which stands as a pointed early example of feminist satire in French comics. Though short-lived, Cellulite remains a cult touchstone for its unflinching look at gender and society.