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Once Upon a Time: The Super Heroes

Once Upon a Time: The Super Heroes

Sun, 23 Dec 2001

The historical saga of American superheroes. Born in the period between the Great Depression and the World War II to combat the hobgoblins of the modern world, these mutant human beings with superhuman powers colonized the funny papers, radio dramas, television and films, to become a truly national industry in the United States: they gave expression to the fears and obsessions of the twentieth century and bolstered American ideals.

American Splendor

American Splendor

Fri, 15 Aug 2003

An original mix of fiction and reality illuminates the life of comic book hero everyman Harvey Pekar.

Stan Lee

Stan Lee

Sat, 10 Jun 2023

Celebrate the legacy of Stan Lee as the co-creator of such legendary characters as Fantastic Four, Iron Man, the X-Men, The Avengers, and hundreds more.

Drew Friedman: Vermeer of the Borscht Belt

Drew Friedman: Vermeer of the Borscht Belt

Mon, 01 Apr 2024

For years, artist Drew Friedman has chronicled a strange, alternate universe populated by forgotten Hollywood stars, old Jewish comedians and liver-spotted elevator operators. Drew Friedman: Vermeer of the Borscht Belt is an in-depth documentary tracing artist Friedman's evolution from underground comics to the cover of The New Yorker. The film, directed by Kevin Dougherty, features interviews with Friedman's friends and colleagues, including Gilbert Gottfried, Patton Oswalt, Richard Kind, Mike Judge, Merrill Markoe and many others.

The Comic Book Greats: Bob Kane

The Comic Book Greats: Bob Kane

Thu, 31 Dec 1992

Stan Lee interviews Bob Kane

Supervillains: An Investigation

Supervillains: An Investigation

Thu, 02 Feb 2023

An in-depth exploration of supervillains across comic book history, this French documentary zooms in on the complex motivations, origins, and morals behind these sinister yet fascinating characters.

Kirbyvision

Kirbyvision

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Comic legend Jack Kirby co-created Captain America, Avengers, Black Panther and more for Marvel and DC. From Depression-era roots through WWII service to his 60-year comics career, he shaped the medium as a major 20th century artist.

Astérix & Co: La bande dessinée selon Uderzo

Astérix & Co: La bande dessinée selon Uderzo

Thu, 28 Feb 2002

Documentary about the illustrator of the longtime Asterix comic book, Albert Uderzo

I, Tintin

I, Tintin

Thu, 01 Jan 1976

The adventures of Hergé, or how Georges Remi created The Adventures of Tintin. Interviews, archive footage and animation clips tell the story of Tintin, which is the history of the 20th century.

The Comic Book Greats: The Romitas

The Comic Book Greats: The Romitas

Thu, 31 Dec 1992

Stan Lee interviews John Romita and John Romita Jr.

Tintin and I

Tintin and I

Fri, 16 Jan 2004

Why do the comic-strip Adventures of Tintin, about an intrepid boy reporter, continue to fascinate us decades after their publication? "Tintin and I" highlights the potent social and political underpinnings that give Tintin's world such depth, and delve into the mind of Hergé, Tintin's work-obsessed Belgian creator, to reveal the creation and development of Tintin over time. Rare and surprisingly candid 1970s interviews reveal the profound insecurities and anxieties that drove Hergé to produce stories that have not only entertained millions of children but also helped to satisfy a personal longing for self-expression.

Bezango, WA

Bezango, WA

Wed, 30 Sep 2015

Bezango, WA tells the tale of cartooning and comics in the Pacific Northwest, focusing on the alternative community. The film chronicles both the past and the present, while featuring Frank M. Young, co-creator of the Eisner Award winning graphic novel "The Carter Family: Don't Forget This Song," and James Gill, a cartoonist, and mostly-cheerful introvert of the finest class.

Will Eisner: Profissão Cartunista

Will Eisner: Profissão Cartunista

Fri, 01 Jan 1999

Documentary that explores the long and remarkable career of Will Eisner, a pioneering cartoonist whose work continues to have an impact on pop culture around the world. Includes interviews with Ann Eisner, Art Spiegelman, Bill Sienkiewicz, Denis Kitchen, Jerry Robinson, Angeli, Maurício de Souza, Ziraldo, Jano, François Schuiten and many other artists.

Paco Roca: dibujando la vida

Paco Roca: dibujando la vida

Wed, 25 Oct 2023

A portrait of Spanish comic book author Paco Plaza.

Semitjov - Dreams for a Better World

Semitjov - Dreams for a Better World

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A documentary about the creative genius Eugen Semitjov and his fascinating background.

The Comic Book Greats: Whilce Portacio

The Comic Book Greats: Whilce Portacio

Thu, 31 Dec 1992

Stan Lee interviews Whilce Portacio

Draw Hard

Draw Hard

Sun, 01 Mar 2015

A documentary about illustrator and comic book artist, John G. In Cleveland, his artwork is everywhere, but most don't know the face behind the gritty imagery of The Lake Erie Monster comic series and restaurant chain Melt Bar and Grilled.

24 Pages

24 Pages

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Dan Larsen takes on the challenge of creating a 24-page comic book in 24 hours.