The film is a poignant portrayal of a beloved actor who was a hero to many both on screen and off it
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Dubbed the ‘most heart-wrenching documentary ever’, a film that chronicles the life of a much-loved actor hailed as a ‘genuine hero’ is now available for home streaming, leaving audiences reaching for the tissues.
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story can now be enjoyed from the comfort of your own home. It’s accessible to those with a Now TV Entertainment pass or a Sky package that includes the Sky Documentaries channel. As the name implies, it delves into the life and enduring legacy of cherished actor Christopher Reeve.
Reeve was thrust into the limelight when he landed the role of Superman/Clark Kent in the 1970s, marking the first significant silver screen portrayal of the legendary character. Under the direction of Richard Donner, Superman The Movie set a new standard for future comic book adaptations.
Reeve donned the Man of Steel’s cape for four films. However, the documentary also sheds light on Reeve’s life after a devastating horse riding accident left him paralysed, reports the Daily Record. With a stellar 98% rating on Rotten Tomatoes, critics have lauded the poignant homage to the ‘true hero’ Reeve. Fans have also expressed admiration for how the film reflects on Reeve’s legacy, not just as an actor but as an individual who inspired others grappling with adversity due to disability.
Many have noted how the film showcases Reeve’s inspirational spirit, leaving numerous viewers teary-eyed. One emotional viewer shared their thoughts online, saying: “Grew up with his original Superman movies, and watching the documentary, I must say .. I shed a lot of tears from start to finish. It’s wonderful to see his children banding together to continue his and his wife’s legacy to push for stem cell research. A movie I can easily give 10/10. Such an inspiring movie, a must watch.”
Another touched viewer chimed in: “The saddest documentary I have ever seen. He never stopped trying to beat the injury and she was with him until she couldn’t be. An incredible and powerful emotional moving story of love and the human spirit. The S on his outfit stands for the house of EL. Many people think the S is for Superman, no, the S is for hope and that’s what Christopher Reeve was to so many people with disabilities.”
Meanwhile, a third confessed: “I laughed and cried too much, and what makes Christopher Reeve a hero is how he puts the courageous effort of being a hero himself, overcoming the obstacles he faced, and helping people who has the same accident he had and him and Dana are so so loving together and his three kids, Matthew, Alexandra, and Will, are the best kids ever!”
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story is streaming on NOW TV and Sky Documentaries.