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REVIEW: 'Lovesick' #2 by Luana Vecchio

 


LOVESICK #2 

Writer: Luana Vecchio

Artist: Luana Vecchio

Publisher: Image Comics

Release Date: November 30, 2022

Cover Price: $3.99

The live Redroom is coming. But as the big day approaches, Domino's fears of not living up to her sadistic followers' expectations grow stronger, while the Bloodcels plans to destroy the dominatrix begin to take shape.

Score:

★★★1/2 (3.5/5)

QUICK REVIEW: 'Lovesick' debuted a month ago and it was unlike anything else in comics. It showed a side of the dark web, a sadistic culture of bondage with willing subscribers ready to sacrifice themselves to a cultish figure for online audiences. Luana Vecchio's passion project is a sneak peek into a world where toxic incels get their comeuppance in the most violent of ways. The first issue was our introduction to Vecchio's bloody horror show and its star protagonist, Domino. In issue two, we witness Domino's own visions of her demise and the gathering of a group who are determined to take her out. Is it a premonition? A death wish? That's unclear, but it's a fleeting issue where another sacrifice takes place but it's really about Domino's nightmares. And because of the seemingly brief events that happen in this issue, there isn't a lot to cling to or take in. There's a subplot with a young fan groomed to be an eventual sacrifice but it doesn't resonate. What is it about this culture, this figure that attracts so many death-gawkers and so many willing victims? So far, none of that is explored so caring about these victims is merely superficial as they continue to be fodder for subscribers. There is an obvious obsession with death, voyeurism, and fanatism. Unfortunately, 'Lovesick' doesn't delve deeper into the motivations, the people behind the masks, or what drives the whole obsession. The art continues to be fantastic as the color red seems to soak every panel but it's an effective theme in this seedy hellish landscape that Vecchio has entrapped readers. 

'Lovesick' is an unnerving look behind the curtain of the dark web. Issue two offers more death and fanatism but lacks depth and focus. Still a visually impressive and oppressive look at a death cult's culture. 'Lovesick' #2 dips a little story-wise but is still a fascinating dive into an ugly violent underground. 

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