Der Umfall

Mikaël Ross’s Der Umfall (2018–present, avant-verlag) is a single-issue German comic that centers on a catastrophic accident at a psychiatric care facility, exploring its aftermath through the eyes of its residents. Ross, the sole writer and artist, brings a compassionate, deeply human perspective to the story, grounded in meticulous research and a vivid, expressive art style. This series stands as a poignant, character-driven drama that challenges perceptions of mental health care and community resilience.