La Revue dessinée's 'La France Empire' Graphic Album Exposes Colonial Wounds

Baptiste Bouthier, editor-in-chief of La Revue dessinée, presents the graphic album 'La France Empire', co-published by Casterman. The album compiles eight investigative reports originally published as comic strips in the magazine, shedding light on the wounds of colonized territories. The work, titled 'La France Empire, Enquêtes sur les blessures des territoires colonisés', is part of La Revue dessinée's ongoing series of journalistic comics. The album was released on August 10, 2026, and was featured on RFI's 'Invité culture' podcast. Bouthier's appearance on the podcast highlights the intersection of comics and journalism, a growing trend in French media. The album aims to provide a nuanced perspective on the lasting impacts of colonialism, using the graphic medium to engage readers with complex historical and social issues.