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The history of the comic book superhero, Superman in his various media incarnations.The history of the comic book superhero, Superman in his various media incarnations.The history of the comic book superhero, Superman in his various media incarnations.
Kevin Spacey
- Narrator
- (voice)
Elliot S. Maggin
- Self - Comic Book Writer
- (as Elliot S! Maggin)
Gary Grossman
- Self - Author and Historian
- (as Gary H. Grossman)
Whitney Ellsworth
- Self - Editorial Director, DC Comics
- (archive footage)
- Director
- Writers
- All cast & crew
- Production, box office & more at IMDbPro
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- Crazy creditsBloopers from various Supeman productions, including a rare blooper from Marlon Brando, play during the closing credits.
- ConnectionsFeatured in The Curse of Superman (2006)
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Very Thorough- Teaches a Lot
This documentary is perfect for anyone wanting to learn more about Earth's greatest hero. Whether they want to know more about the mythology behind the hero, the hero's creators, or his history in comics, movies, television or radio, "The Amazing Story of Superman" has it all.
Documentary master Ken Burns does a fantastic job exploring all of the aspects and mythos of Superman, beginning with the 1930s and going until the present day with the film release "Superman Returns." He explores who Superman creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster were, Superman in the proud Golden Age and the strange and not-so-proud Silver Age, and the current day. Burns does a superb job detailing the role that Superman has played in public over the years, and the different symbols he has stood for based on the current status of the country. He excels in making the audience realize that Superman in pop culture has had a very relevant place in society no matter if his popularity has wavered over the years.
The documentary is a high-quality work. Thanks to Burns, you will feel like you know everything about the hero once the film is finished.
Documentary master Ken Burns does a fantastic job exploring all of the aspects and mythos of Superman, beginning with the 1930s and going until the present day with the film release "Superman Returns." He explores who Superman creators Jerry Siegel and Joe Shuster were, Superman in the proud Golden Age and the strange and not-so-proud Silver Age, and the current day. Burns does a superb job detailing the role that Superman has played in public over the years, and the different symbols he has stood for based on the current status of the country. He excels in making the audience realize that Superman in pop culture has had a very relevant place in society no matter if his popularity has wavered over the years.
The documentary is a high-quality work. Thanks to Burns, you will feel like you know everything about the hero once the film is finished.
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- Rcwilkinson123
- Jul 7, 2007
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- ¡Mira al cielo! La increíble historia de Superman
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- Runtime1 hour 55 minutes
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- 1.78 : 1
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