Infidel #1

Horror books can be a tricky proposition to attempt, especially as the genre is going through a bit of a lull in the most accessible media at the moment. Coupled with thecontrasts of belief, religion in any already fractious world, gives all involved a bit a ofminefield to cover. Still, I am pleased to say that the creators involved in Infidel, have made a believer of me. Read Full Review

Infidel #1 is important and masterfully artful. Read Full Review

Infidel is a shocking comic. It's an early pick for one of the best horror comics of the year. It will chill you to the bone and not just because of the horrifying visions the main character endures. Read Full Review

Infidel is a horror story tied with modern day political issues. Read Full Review

"Infidel" #1 presents one of the most compelling and evocative tales with powerful social commentary, gripping tension, beautiful art and well-paced execution. Read Full Review

An excellent first issue that's well paced and scary as sin. Read Full Review

Infidel #1 is a tense and gripping horror tale. Aisha is a compelling lead, the characters are believable, and the horror is all-too-real. Pornsak Pichetshote makes a brilliant writing debut with this book. Infidel #1 comes highly recommended. Give it a read. Read Full Review

Im hooked Image Comics. You got me for another series because Infidel #1 is a debut issue filled with drama, intrigue, and heart. Go check this mature reader title out, its going places. Read Full Review

This is a strong debut from this creative team, and one that should not be ignored. Read Full Review

'Infidel' is a suspenseful exercise in addressing the demons that lurk in life and the afterlife. Pichetshote has created a great character in Aisha who is the Everywoman, making her way trying to be good person amid the dregs of society. She has a strength that keeps her positive even when faced with monsters, literal and otherwise. Campbell's art simmers with tension and fright. 'Infidel' is a modern horror story that cleverly blurs the lines between reality and the supernatural. Read Full Review

The writer of Infidel describes it as a horror that reflects "the world outside my window", and I could not agree more. Realistic and otherworldly at the same time, Infidel both sent shivers up my spine and provoked me to think about real world issues. After the initial story construction that took place in this first issue, I hope that future issues have a heavier focus on the horror element. Read Full Review

A wonderful start to the series and one of the most enjoyable first installments I've read in a while. Read Full Review

Smart and subtle, Infidel is a modern approach to horror and suspense told with care and populated with fully realized characters. If you are looking for substance over spectacle, this is the place to find it. Read Full Review

Can't wait to see where this one goes and this is a must for horror fans or those that like stories with some layers, this is a must. Read Full Review

Ultimately then, while its playing its cards fairly close to the chest from the time being, Infidel has more than enough intriguing storyline concepts as well as some truly striking artwork to help it stand out in the bloated world of modern day comic book horror. And while blending aspects of horror and racism isnt exactly a unique approach (see Jordan Peeles Oscar-nominated Get Out, for instance), Pichetshote and Campbell have done it in a terrifyingly believable way here. Definitely a new series to keep an eye on. Read Full Review

The series is the perfect comic for the horror fan who enjoys a bit of realism in their books. Read Full Review

The real terror is waiting. Just beyond. Read Full Review

As Infidel continues, we expect to have our fears called into question and decide if we are more horrified by the supernatural or the racist reality we live in. Read Full Review

Infidel is a thought-provoking ghost story that will offer a new perspective on modern horror. Read Full Review

Fear is an omnipresent element of society, for good and bad people alike. It only stands to reason that those fears would make great fodder for horror stories. If only they could all be as impactful and intelligent from the get-go as Infidel. Read Full Review

Infidel has a lot going for it with its supernatural element. The characters are in need of some major developing, but we'll see if the writer finds the balance between developing them and keeping things creepy as hell. It might not even matter after this issue, but we'll see. There's a lot of other elements to the comic that are there, but not playing a substantial role in the plot just yet. They feel like they're just there to help ground the story in our world, but if they develop into something else, that will definitely help the plot. It's an entertaining issue, but I'm far from sold on it at the moment. Creepiness aside, there are concerns that need to be addressed. Read Full Review

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Dan B

Mar 16, 2018

Outstanding initial issue will feed your desire for well-done horror!

Adam

Nov 04, 2019

Amazing horror. Well thought out with lots of surprises.

Matthew K

Mar 16, 2018

Infidel is horrific and disturbing, but not because of gore or the monsters. It's true that there are monsters and spirits, and elements of the supernatural in this first issue. However, what I really find unsettling is just how the personal horror or, should I say, the interpersonal horror hits so close to home. I think it's because the comic already shows you what is at stake. You have Aisha, a Muslim and Star Wars cook book writer who has a relationship with a non-Muslim, Tom, and is the stepmother to his daughter Kris. They live in an apartment that was the site of a terrible mass murder, presumably instigated by hate crimes, which is haunted by creatures that feed off of xenophobia: things that will undoubtedly exploit the fraction s within these diverse backgrounds. The idea that these fallible, yet relatable people of different backgrounds might degenerate from good will and love into mutual hatred, fear, defilement, and even murder actually terrifies me. Imagine the Torrances in the Overlook from The Shining, except with the spirits and patriarchal horror of Under the Shadow and the insidious racial terror of Get Out, and you can see the scenario that seems to be getting built here. And it does more. In just the first issue, it makes you aware of the background noise of discrimination and disharmony, the prejudice and ignorance underneath even the most basic of actions, or what seem to be the loudest defenses against bigotry itself ... and it makes you as uncomfortable as finding the slimy tentacle underneath the male puppet of Paolo revealed by June in Gail Simone and Leonie O'Moore's "Bereft" within Planned Parenthood anthology Mine! But I suspect that Pichetshote, Campbell, Villarrubia, and Powell haven't even begun to reveal their Bereft yet, nor answered the question as to what happens when a puppet is pulled off of such an invasive thing: if there is anything left of the character -- the person or people involved -- beyond a hollow, dead more

Bill Blaze

Mar 15, 2018

Oh Damn, this book is real creepy right from the start. The artwork looks great and really adds to the creep factor. I can't wait to see where this goes. Great stuff.

Br'er Lapin AKA 20-Ish Ceiln

Mar 18, 2018

The real win is the art, it delivers some genuine creepy and realistic visuals. I am also intrigued to find out more about their place of residence.

Comix4fever

Mar 23, 2018

If Shape of Water is a fairy tale for troubled times than this is a horror story for troubled times.

Gizmo

Apr 01, 2018

The story concept sounds weird on paper, but it is executed brilliantly. Check this series out if you enjoy horror comics and/or social commentary. I'm issuing a trigger warning to those like Briton who are insecure with their comics acknowledging that bigotry exists in the world, this will be too SCARY for you!

mrDovydas

Mar 19, 2018

Very well executed horror story with some great artwork that makes it even more interesting and creepy. This should be a great mini.

HankTankerous

Apr 21, 2018

This sites synopsis says that this book has "a building haunted by entities that feed off xenophobia." It quickly becomes obvious that what really feeds off of xenophobia is the author. None of the 4 central characters are likable or relateable. Let's take a tour: Mother : slightly racist Trump voter. Obviously she deserves to die (and will). Boyfriend: Moves in with his mother because he's a loser and hates her because, well see above. Who is the real scumbag here? The adult leach who hates his mother? Girlfriend: Effectively a scared rabbit who is the personification of the passive voice. Best Friend: Every new lead in an Image comic. Half-shaved head POC that serves as the author's voice on how awful people are except for the victim class. The Art: Terrible photo tracing. The coloring is...stylized? That's generous. Save your money unless you also need your xenophobia fix. more

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Nobodyisemo - May 20, 2018

The boyfriend's reasons for distrusting his mother hasn't been fully explained yet. He even explained to his girlfriend that his mother had been e-mailing a lawyer about taking custody of his daughter (and for seemingly little reason).

Nobodyisemo - May 20, 2018

I think you're being unfair though, especially after just one issue.

The-MJP - Sep 17, 2018

Comics kind of suck at social commentary

Briton

Mar 15, 2018

The ultimate dream of liberal propaganda merchant must be to get people to buy their own propaganda. Here is an example. A very average story with (as usual) white people portrayed as evil racists and the liberal media lap it up. It's just not very good, but the barrage of hype surrounding the comic is such that weak minded liberals buy it.

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KesheR - Mar 15, 2018

You must be one of those nazis I keep hearing about.

joe - Mar 20, 2018

Everytime it's Lgbtq or diversity representation you destroy the book.chill out man the world is big enough and there is room for everyone. why you just donlt stay away ?.

Br'er Lapin AKA 20-Ish Ceiln - Mar 30, 2018

I can see how you could come to that conclusion, but I doubt that was the intention.

FT Metler - Apr 8, 2018

Oh the sad butthurt nationalist freaks don't like when comics write things they don't agree with. Boo hoo! Go polish your boots and don't forget the white laces.

Nobodyisemo - May 20, 2018

It's a pretty solid first issue, I thought. The boyfriend isn't muslim (ie the person closest to Aisha), and he's portrayed positively. It's not that every white person is portrayed negatively, it's that you're fishing for a reason to avoid accepting other cultures.

The-MJP - Sep 17, 2018

Yeah you're totally not just parroting what diversityy and comics said

danielannam

Mar 15, 2018

um...that's a lot of liberal propaganda.