Pascal Brutal
Casterman · 2009–2010 · 2 issues
About the series
In this two-issue French series from Casterman, Pascal Brutal follows a hyper-masculine, ultra-violent protagonist navigating a brutal, absurdist world. Published in 2009–2010, the series is most associated with writer/artist Riad Sattouf, known for his sharp satirical edge. Pascal Brutal matters as a short, explosive commentary on toxic masculinity and contemporary society, delivered through Sattouf’s distinctive, unflinching cartooning.