I watched the recently released 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story' taking flight. And it was worth watching the life of my favorite Superman actor. If I can describe Christopher Reeve with just one word, it must be “hero.
” I watched the recently released 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story' taking flight. And it was worth watching the life of my favorite Superman actor. Directed by acclaimed filmmakers Ian Bonhôte and Peter Etedgui, this documentary delves deep into Reeve's rise to stardom, his life-altering accident, and his enduring legacy as an actor, advocate, and symbol of hope.
Reeve is best known for his iconic portrayal as Superman/Clark Kent in the 1978 film, which forever cemented his place in pop culture. However, his story extends far beyond his time in the red cape. This documentary takes audiences on his heartfelt journey from his early days in the theater to his career-defining role and, ultimately, to the tragic horse riding accident in 1995 that left him paralyzed from the neck down.
As I watched it, I gained an even deeper understanding of the man behind the hero from candid interviews with Reeve's three children, close friends and colleagues, and the filmmakers behind 'Superman: The Movie.' It didn't shy away from showcasing Reeve's struggles with his injury and immense determination that led him to advocate for spinal cord research. Through CGI visuals, one particular element in the Superman lore was used in this documentary to symbolize hi.
