L'escamoteur

In L'escamoteur, writer and artist Matthias Picard conjures a wordless, cinematic graphic novel from Futuropolis (2024–present) that follows a master pickpocket through the streets of Paris. With a single, meticulously crafted issue, Picard's precise linework and silent storytelling evoke the graceful tension of a heist film, capturing the artistry and isolation of a life lived in the shadows. This debut marks a striking addition to the tradition of European bande dessinée, proving that a story told without words can speak volumes.