For many people, Christopher Reeve was an actor who played Superman. But the upcoming documentary, “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story” aims to show that he was so much more.
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As seen in the trailer, “Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story” is a documentary that follows the life and career of Christopher Reeve. However, it’s much more than just a peek inside the making of “Superman.” The documentary focuses also on what happened to Reeve after a tragic accident left him paralyzed.
The documentary is directed by Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui. The filmmakers are probably best known for their work on the film, “McQueen.”
“Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story” is heading to theaters on September 21 and September 25. You can watch the trailer below.
Here’s the synopsis:
The story of Christopher Reeve is an astonishing rise from unknown actor to iconic movie star, and his definitive portrayal of Clark Kent/Superman set the benchmark for the superhero cinematic universes that dominate cinema today. Reeve portrayed the Man of Steel in four Superman films and played dozens of other roles that displayed his talent and range as an actor, before being injured in a near-fatal horse-riding accident in 1995 that left him paralyzed from the neck down. After becoming a quadriplegic, he became a charismatic leader and activist in the quest to find a cure for spinal cord injuries, as well as a passionate advocate for disability rights and care – all while continuing his career in cinema in front of and behind the camera and dedicating himself to his beloved family.