Three Fingers

Rich Koslowski’s Three Fingers (2002–present, Top Shelf) is a satirical mockumentary that reimagines the history of classic animation, positing that beloved cartoon characters were actually real, oppressed “toons” forced into grueling studio contracts. Through a single, dense issue, Koslowski—serving as both writer and artist—blends faux-interviews and archival-style art to skewer Hollywood’s exploitation of its stars. It’s a sharp, heartfelt critique of the entertainment industry, notable for its clever world-building and the way it humanizes (or rather, “toon-izes”) a familiar cultural touchstone.