Despite being portrayed by a variety of actors since, most movie fans
associate the character of Superman with the late
Christopher Reeve. Directed by Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui, Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story tells the story of
Reeve through never before seen home movie footage and interviews with his
family and collaborators.
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story is in UK/ROI cinemas from November
1st.
Check out the trailer and poster below.
The official synopsis reads:
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.
