Violent Cases

Published by Dark Horse in 2002, Violent Cases is a single-issue comic that marks an early collaboration between writer Neil Gaiman and artist Dave McKean, predating their work on The Sandman covers. This haunting, atmospheric story explores memory and identity through a man's fragmented recollections of his childhood encounters with an elderly osteopath who once treated Al Capone. Its moody, experimental artwork and elliptical narrative foreshadow the creative duo's signature style, making it a notable artifact of their partnership.