There have been lots of comics that aspired to be "adult" comics, which is to say, comics that tell serious stories (as opposed to pornographic comics, which is something entirely different).Incognito is an excellent contender for that title, as writer Ed Brubaker and artist Sean Phillips weave a story that's part crime novel, part superhero comic, part pulp adventure and part thriller.
It tells the story of Zack Overkill, a former super-powered henchman who turns on his old boss and is put into witness protection.
Officials manage to suppress his powers, but he accidentally discovers a way around that, and finds himself drawn to the streets, where he takes out the frustrations of his humdrum life on the city's criminals.
The story and the art are dark and compelling, and it's a tough comic to put down. It's definitely not a comic for youngsters, as it tackles grown-up themes in a grown-up way.
This comic isn't for everyone, but I recommend it to anyone who's looking for more challenging and serious comics. Good stuff!
Grade: A-
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