Ma Révérence is a celebrated French graphic novel written by Wilfrid Lupano and illustrated by Rodguen. First published in 2013 by Delcourt as part of the Mirages collection, the story follows Vincent, a disillusioned everyman, and his unpredictable partner Gaby, as they attempt a low-stakes robbery that rapidly spirals into a darkly comic, socially critical odyssey.
Told with biting wit and emotional depth, Ma Révérence blends noir influences with a distinctly modern, satirical tone. Lupano’s script is rich with dialogue that critiques contemporary society, bureaucracy, and human weakness, while Rodguen’s expressive, cinematic art brings gritty urban France to life with bold lines and moody palettes.
The title, which translates roughly to My Farewell, captures the protagonist’s decision to bow out of a life he no longer believes in—a poetic and ironic gesture against a world he views as absurd and unjust.
