Chinaman

In this Dupuis series spanning nine issues from 2001 to 2007, writer Serge Le Tendre and artist Olivier TaDuc weave a noir-tinged, globe-trotting crime saga centered on a mysterious, morally ambiguous protagonist known only as the Chinaman. The story unfolds across a shadowy world of intrigue and violence, with TaDuc's distinctive, atmospheric art grounding the narrative in a gritty, cinematic style. A notable collaboration with co-writers Chantal and Pieter van Oudheusden on select installments adds layered depth to this compact but resonant run. It stands as a compelling European thriller that showcases the creative synergy between Le Tendre’s taut scripting and TaDuc’s evocative visuals.