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8.0
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80
/186/
4.1
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cc age 11+

Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story (2024)
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.
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HBO Max
81
7.4
/205311/
74
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72
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3.7
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88
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86
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82
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cc age 9+

Superman (1978)
Mild-mannered Clark Kent works as a reporter at the Daily Planet alongside his crush, Lois Lane. Clark must summon his superhero alter-ego when the nefarious Lex Luthor launches a plan to take over the world.
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Netflix
76
7.7
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75
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3.8
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91
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cc age 10+

The Goonies (1985)
Young teen Mikey Walsh and his friends set off on a quest to find Pirate One-Eyed Willie's treasure in hopes of saving their homes from demolition.
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6.7
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70
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3.2
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50
/21/

Conspiracy Theory (1997)
A man obsessed with conspiracy theories becomes a target after one of his theories turns out to be true. Unfortunately, in order to save himself, he has to figure out which theory it is.
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Kanopy
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7.6
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68
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3.6
/1934/
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80
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70
/6/

Casting By (2012)
This essential new documentary pays tribute to the legacy of the late, legendary casting director Marion Dougherty and shines a light on one of the most overlooked and least understood crafts in filmmaking.
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7.8
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66
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75
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Look, Up in the Sky! The Amazing Story of Superman (2006)
The history of the comic book superhero, Superman, in his various media incarnations.
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Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics (2010)
A look at the history of the comic book publication that launched such legendary characters as Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman.
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cc age 10+

Necessary Evil: Super-Villains of DC Comics (2013)
A documentary detailing the epic Rogues' Gallery of DC Comics from The Joker and Lex Luthor, Sinestro, Darkseid and more, this documentary will explore the Super Villains of DC Comics.
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Marlon Brando: An Actor Named Desire (2014)
In his early days as an actor, Marlon Brando (1924-2004) was a shy young man with theatrical ambitions, like many others; but his charisma and superb acting skills made him truly unique, so that the doors to the starry sky of Hollywood opened for him. However, his peculiar manners, political commitment and complicated love life always overshadowed his artistic success.
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The Roku Channel
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6.7
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3.2
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Life After Flash (2017)
A look at the roller coaster life of Sam J. Jones since his role as Flash Gordon, his struggles and successes, and the aftermath of when he went up against one of the most powerful producers in Hollywood.
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Hoopla
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7.4
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Laddie: The Man Behind the Movies (2017)
Profile of the producer and former studio head of 20th Century Fox in the 1970s, Alan Ladd Jr.
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Amazon Prime Video
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7.7
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Making Apes: The Artists Who Changed Film (2019)
Fifty years after its release, the special effects makeup team behind Planet of the Apes reflect on making the iconic film.
poster
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10
7.8
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/2/

No Subtitles Necessary: Laszlo & Vilmos (2009)
The artistry, triumph and lifelong friendship of the great cinematographers Laszlo Kovacs and Vilmos Zsigmond. With film school equipment, they shoot the Soviet crackdown of the 1956 Hungarian Revolution. As refugees they struggle in Hollywood, finally breaking into the mainstream with their pivotal contribution to the "American New Wave."
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5.5
/59/
10
/1/

First Works (1989)
It's a mixed bag in the age of illuminating DVD supplements, but First Works effectively demonstrates the early promise of 13 successful filmmakers. Culled from programs originally broadcast on Showtime in 1990, this crude compilation combines student films, early professional work, and interviews with now-famous directors at various stages of commercial and artistic achievement.
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6.9
/24/

Davi's Way (2018)
Actor/singer Robert Davi gives himself one year to recreate Frank Sinatra's fabled 'Main Event' concert in Madison Square Garden to celebrate the centenary of Sinatra's birth.
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You Will Believe: The Cinematic Saga of Superman (2006)
A 5-part documentary of the history of Superman in the movies. • Origin - Superman in the media and the challenges the Salkinds faced • Vision - Creating the right script, Choosing the right director and casting the right actors • Ascent - The production and launch of a new kind of fantasy film • Crisis - Complications and conflicts between the creative forces behind Superman II • Redemption - Criticisms and burnout of Superman III and Superman IV: The Quest for Peace
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6.5
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50
/6/
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666: The Omen Revealed (2000)
Documentary about the making of The Omen, featuring interviews with Richard Donner, Harvey Bernhard, David Seltzer and others.
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8.2
/82/
10
/1/
60
/2/

Film Music Masters: Jerry Goldsmith (1995)
A limited DVD (1500 copies) of "Film Music Masters: Jerry Goldsmith" was released in June 2005. Bonus features included extended interviews and 60 minutes of scoring session footage of Mr. Goldsmith working on The River Wild.
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6.0
/17/
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/3/

Maximum Impact: The Legacy of 'Lethal Weapon' (2012)
This documentary showcases producer Joel Silver, Donner, Gibson, Glover, Rene Russo and other members of all four films' production teams as they examine the franchise, look at the various social issues each film tackled, attempt to measure the series' cultural impact and, of course, touch on its legacy, for the actors, the filmmakers and audiences the world over.
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67
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6.9
/151/
69
/12/
65
/6/

Starz Inside: Comic Books Unbound (2008)
From superheroes to superstars, Hollywood has always turned to comic books for imagination and inspiration. In this Starz Inside documentary, discover the history of comics from page to screen through the evolution and revolutions that have changed entertainment forever. It's a hero's journey of hits, misses and unstoppable powers, featuring the Spider-Man, X-Men, and Batman films (including The Dark Knight), Iron Man, Superman Returns, Hellboy II, Sin City, Incredible Hulk, American Splendor, Wanted, and beyond, plus revealing interviews with Guillermo del Toro, Stan Lee, Zak Penn, Ron Perlman, Selma Blair, Neal Adams, Roger Corman, Avi Arad, Mike Mignola, Paul Pope, Richard Donner, Jim Steranko, and many more.
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6.4
/88/
40
/6/
40
/2/

Scream Greats, Vol.2: Satanism and Witchcraft (1986)
Documentary tracks the rise of devil cults, witches and other elements of the "black arts."
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6.7
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/7/
70
/4/

The Omen Legacy (2001)
The true stories that spawned the serie tale of Damien, a small boy with an angelic face, whose very name still conjures up thoughts of Satan. This documentary shares spine-tingling information about the the all-too-memorable flick that has terrorized film audiences since 1976.
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66
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7.3
/171/
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/6/
68
/4/

Making 'Superman': Filming the Legend (2001)
Documentary on the making of the 1978 film 'Superman.'
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7.2
/154/
58
/5/
78
/4/

Taking Flight: The Development of 'Superman' (2001)
Marc McClure presents a documentary on the making of 'Superman' (1978).
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7.3
/95/
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/8/
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Making of a Cult Classic: The Unauthorized Story of 'The Goonies' (2010)
A retrospective documentary of the cult classic movie The Goonies. Including interviews with the cast, exploration of the film's locations and unique stories you wont hear anywhere else.
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7.9
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17
/4/

Valerie (2019)
A documentary of the incredible life of actress Valerie Perrine and her battle with Parkinson's.
poster
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7.0
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58
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3.4
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The Making of 'Superman: The Movie' (1980)
Ernie Anderson narrates this look at the making of Richard Donner's blockbuster 1978 film. Behind-the-scenes footage, as well as scenes from the film, reveal just how audiences were able to "believe a man can fly." This program features interviews with key cast and crew.
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7.3
/55/
68
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57
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Tales from the Warner Bros. Lot (2013)
Actors, crew and executives who worked at Warner Bros. Pictures recall their days at the studio.
poster
69
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6.9
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70
/6/
69
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Close Encounters with Vilmos Zsigmond (2016)
A very special encounter between legendary American cinematographer Vilmos Zsigmond and young French director Pierre Filmon. A personal journey with the brightest shadowmaker and his friends.
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6.6
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50
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60
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The Curse of 'The Omen' (2005)
The filming of "The Omen" (1976) was plagued by tragedy and bizarre incidents. "The devil was at work and he didn't want that film made" - Producer Harvey Bernhard.


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