Frank Cappa in Brasilien

Manfred Sommer’s Frank Cappa in Brasilien, a single-issue comic from Reiner-Feest-Verlag that debuted in 1983, drops the titular character into the sprawling, volatile landscape of Brazil. Sommer, handling both writing and art, uses this one-shot to establish a gritty, visually immersive world where Frank Cappa navigates danger and intrigue far from home. Though brief, it stands as a distinctive entry in the European adventure-comic tradition, showcasing Sommer’s skill for atmospheric storytelling and stark, expressive illustration.