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Adrian Tomine
Optic Nerve
Optic Nerve
5 books
Ongoing series
About this series
Adrian Tomine's Optic Nerve series collects his introspective comics, offering a look into the everyday lives of his characters. These graphic novels explore themes of relationships, art, and the quiet absurdities of modern existence with a distinctive, often melancholic, humor.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the correct reading order for the Optic Nerve series?
The Optic Nerve series is a collection of Adrian Tomine's short comic stories and does not have a strict chronological reading order. Each volume can generally be read independently, as they feature self-contained narratives or vignettes.
Are there any adaptations of Adrian Tomine's Optic Nerve comics?
The graphic novel "Shortcomings," which collects stories from Optic Nerve, was adapted into a feature film directed by Randall Park and released in 2023.