DC Comics has confirmed the return of the 100 Bullets universe with a new limited miniseries. Titled 100 Bullets: The US of Anger, the story will be published in July and marks the return of the character Brother Lono. The plot will take him back to Mexico, to the city of Cuernavaca, where he will become immersed in a war between cartels. The original team, Brian Azzarello on script and Eduardo Risso on art, guarantees the continuity of the saga's noir and violent tone. 🔫
The Art of Criminal Noir: Visual and Narrative Consistency in a Sequel 🎨
The return of the original creative duo is a case study in technical consistency. Azzarello and Risso are not only picking up the characters again, but also the narrative mechanics and visual language that defined the work. Risso's work, with its distinctive use of shadows, cinematic framing, and expressive silhouettes, is key to maintaining the oppressive atmosphere. The continuity in the team avoids a stylistic break, allowing the expansion of the universe to feel organic and not like a forced reboot.
A Briefcase, a Bloody Past, and Zero Retirement Plans 💼
It seems that the offer of redemption with that legendary briefcase had an expiration clause. Brother Lono tried to leave his violent life behind, but the 100 Bullets universe has a no returns policy. Now he must return to Mexico, which is basically like going on vacation to your old workplace, but where all your former coworkers want to kill you. At least he can take comfort in knowing his creators haven't lost their touch for unhappy endings.