An anthology of 4 wordless novels by artists Frans Masereel, Lynd Ward, Giacomo Patri and Laurence Hyde, and a look at how these artists used their work as a form of social comentary. The influence of this art form on modern filmmaking and the graphic novel is also examined.

The passion of a man / Frans Masereel. -- Wild pilgrimage / Lynd Ward. -- White collar / Giacomo Patri. -- Southern cross / Laurence Hyde.