Christopher Reeve documentary brings tears to Sundance
A powerful new documentary about the life and work of Christopher Reeve has premiered to tears and applause at this year’s Sundance film festival.
Met with a rousing standing ovation, Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story traces the career and activism of the Superman actor before and after the 1995 accident that paralysed him from the neck down.
The film, directed by Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui, features an intimate collection of home video footage and new interviews with Reeve’s three children and the actors who knew him. Reeve, who died in 2004 at the age of 52, narrates a lot of the film, his words transplanted from the two audiobook versions of his memoirs.
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Reflecting on my involvement in this project, words barely capture the depth of my gratitude and honor. Though my role may have been modest, the opportunity to contribute to a narrative that celebrates a figure as iconic as Superman—especially in the context of Christopher Reeve's legendary portrayal—has been a pinnacle moment in my career. This experience, intertwined with the nostalgia and admiration for my childhood hero, transcends a mere job; it's a dream realized. Witnessing the film's reception, especially at prestigious events like the Sundance Festival, amplifies my pride and joy in being part of something so meaningful and impactful.
