Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story

Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story

2024 · 104 min · EN · PG-13 · 8.1 (228 votes)
Dir. Ian Bonhôte, Peter Ettedgui · Starring Christopher Reeve, Will Reeve, Alexandra Reeve Givens, Gae Exton, Glenn Close, Jeff Daniels · Music Ilan Eshkeri

“Husband. Father. Fighter. Hero. Once you choose hope, anything is possible.”

Documentary

Christopher 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.

VIBE

This film offers a profoundly moving and inspiring journey, charting an iconic figure's transformation from screen hero to real-life advocate. It's a poignant exploration of resilience, the human spirit's capacity to endure, and the enduring power of hope against immense odds, leaving you with a sense of quiet strength.

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