The book, which comes in a beautiful clamshell case exclusive to this edition, is packed with art and behindthescenes info on the making of. Superman is a fictional superhero who appears in comic books published by dc comics, and is considered an american cultural icon. I used to hear those wonderful stories in the cutting room that tom and dick and stuart would tell about superman and thats how i kind of got the ideas for the plots of taking flight and making superman two of the makingof documentaries prepared for the 2001 special edition superman dvd and also included as part of the 2006 release. After making earthfall, doomsday doesnt tear a swath through the. The movie in some listings and reference sources is a 1978 superhero film directed by richard donner. The news was coupled with reports that warner bros. Filmmakers and cast discuss the making of superman. Photos are in random order, with newer ones featured towards the beginning of the gallery. Earlier in september, dc comics fans were stunned by reports that henry cavill had exited his role as superman in the dc extended universe.
And its not bizarro or lex luthor, its the ku klux klan, in a new comic book written by celebrated asianamerican author gene luen. Donner was adamant that old, crude methods of flying on camera like the. The author followed the film crew on their location journeys from alberta, canada to the warmer environs of pinewood studios, london. In the 1978 book the making of superman by david michael petrou, reeve candidly told petrou while on the set at pinewood studio how he prepared himself for donners screen test, i treated the screen test as if it were a scene rehearsal for an acting class. Seventyfive percent of superman ii was shot simultaneously until the money ran out. With al matthews, roy alon, justin case, colin chilvers. If you ever see the abba video happy new year, agnetha unpacks a copy of this books, its seen being read on the plane enroute to australia in the making of. Petrou covers everything from the beginning of the concept by ilya salkind and mario puzos first screenplay all the way through the tumultuous battle between the costcutting producers and director richard donner, who was trying to make the movie have a true epic feel. This is a thumping good read, in the same manner as alan arnolds book once upon a galaxy. Superman does eventually find his way to earth, and as a result, regains a bit of his humanity.
Superman has been gracing the covers of comic books since he first appeared in 1938, making him one of the most often used characters to be displayed on comic books. Superman books goodreads meet your next favorite book. Because the backdrop for this version of death of superman is different, new choices get made to communicate a sense of threat. Superman was born on the planet krypton and was given the name kalel at birth.
Nov 19, 2012 57 videos play all comic book documentaries gabe infinity watch. I used to hear those wonderful stories in the cutting room that tom and dick and stuart would tell about superman and thats how i kind of got the ideas for the plots of taking flight and making superman two of the making of documentaries prepared for the 2001 special edition superman dvd and also included as part of the 2006 release. Now, you can read the whole story of the spectacular and complex. If you arent inspired to brainhack your way up to the next level, start again at page one. The making of superman how richard donner convinced the world a man could fly. What hit film inspired the use of two separate scripts and two separate films in the shooting of superman. The 8 most awkward sexual moments in comic book history. This terribly awkward adventure begins when superman realizes that he and batman are both pretty stressed from all that saving the world nonsense they do every day, so he invites batman over for a goddamn sleepover at the fortress of solitude to discuss their feelings and have pillow fights and so forth.
Superman personalized book personalized books hallmark. A journal of the making of the empire strikes back. Mar 04, 2014 the rise of superman is an electrifying book about a potent state of mind. The richard donner cut, and author david michael petrou is the man behind the stories. Nov 25, 20 best selling author steven kotler has written a book describing how extreme athletes achieve near perfect decision making in extremely dangerous situations. The strip proved so popular that national launched superman into his own selftitled comic book, the first for any. This is of course nonsense, but finding a way to ground the character is the essential ingredient to making superman work. This documentary treats movie fans to a behindthescenes look at the making of superman iii, a more comical take on the superhero story in which the man of steel takes on a supercomputer and its bumbling programmer.
Director sam liu incorporates shades of the dark knight from batman v superman while trying to paint a man of steel as a somewhat sympathetic ussr leader in a wartorn world. The books goes into great detail on the design and care that went into all the sets, characters designs, and scenes. The only reason we dont currently read superman and the adventures of his cousinwife is because the girl cant survive on earth, so superman has to leave her behind, destroying that random paralleluniverse supergirls life and leaving superman completely emotionally wrecked. And in acting class, they dont care who the hell you are. In 2019, superman is going to square off with an old enemy.
David michael petrou, author of the making of supermanthe movie. Point is, most superman movies are bad, but that wont stop. The binding is very cheaply put together, all the pages are extremely crooked, and the lack of quality in the paper used for the book. Jul 16, 2019 david michael petrou, author of the making of supermanthe movie. If you are fan of superman, the movie man of steel, director zack snyder, or movie making in general, consider to give this book a look. Buy the making of superman the movie by david michael petrou isbn. What person vital to the making of the film responded to the initial idea with whats superman. This book really gets into the details of making the first film. The series has stood the test of time and remained relevant to fans of the character and casual 90s kids as well. After almost 80 years of publication, supermans image is also one of the most recognizable of all time, so deciding on 15 comic covers throughout that history was no easy task. In 2011, dc tried making superman younger and angstier as part of its giant new 52 reboot, an interpretation that then carried over to warner bros. The character regularly appears in comic books published by dc comics, and has been adapted to a number of radio serials, movies, and television shows superman was born on the planet. Dawn of justice, since it is a comic book movie and it does feature the death of superman.
Best selling author steven kotler has written a book describing how extreme athletes achieve near perfect decision making in extremely dangerous situations. It is based on the dc comics character of the same name and stars marlon brando, gene hackman, christopher reeve, margot kidder, glenn ford, phyllis thaxter, jackie cooper, trevor howard, marc mcclure, terence. The superman character described on this page was created by writer jerry siegel and artist joe shuster, high school students living in cleveland, ohio, in 1933. In this groundbreaking book, new york timesbestselling author steven kotler. The richard donner cut, and author david michael petrou is the man behind the. The character regularly appears in comic books published by dc comics, and has been adapted to a number of radio serials, movies, and television shows. The making of superman the movie took four years, people, eleven separate film units, three studios, filming on three continents. Its one of the most beautiful moments to watch when athletes reach flow state its an eye watering symphony in motion. By watching a movie like superman, you acknowledge that this is a comic book character and that much of what happens will be implausible, and often just impossible. What modem miracle of our century was used for the first time as a publicity mechanism for superman. David eagleman, neuroscientist, new york times bestselling author of incognito.
Featuring rare and unreleased behind the scenes photos from the richard donner years of superman 19771978. Feb 05, 2018 in 2019, superman is going to square off with an old enemy. The making of supermanthe movie paperback book is the definitive insight to the filming of richard donners supermanthe movie and superman ii commonly known now as superman ii. Dc comics is making graphic novels for kids, including a book. Neil gaiman points out issue with making superman relevant. Feb 05, 2018 dc comics is making graphic novels for kids, including a book about superman vs. After almost 80 years of publication, superman s image is also one of the most recognizable of all time, so deciding on 15 comic covers throughout that history was no easy task.
The movie took heavy inspiration from stories from the early modern age, such as frank millers the dark knight returns miniseries as well as the death of superman story arc. Thats not to say that superman isnt affected by his brutal origin story. Were making an exception for zack snyders batman v superman. The making of superman the movie by david michael petrou. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. Both superman and superman ii had promo books that were over sized. The making of superman the movie mass market paperback december, 1978 by david michael petrou author. Featuring rare and unreleased behindthescenes photos from the richard donner years of superman 19771978. The rise of the superman how extreme athlete achieve. Superman is the man of steel, but clark kents heart is made of glass. Perhaps the biggest challenge in making superman was creating a convincing special effect that would allow superman to fly. In the end, theres a whole lot of crying, some unresolved sexual. The animated series came to an end 20 years ago this month.
All part of the amazing story detailed in the book the making of. Kevin smith thinks not making more superman movies is a. This documentary treats movie fans to a behind the scenes look at the making of superman iii, a more comical take on the superhero story in which the man of steel takes on a supercomputer and its bumbling programmer. Filmmaker kevin smith recently revealed that he feels not making anymore superman movies is a mistake and even lays out how he feels dc should approach the character. The making of superman the movie mass market paperback 1978 by david michael petrou author. As the author of the rise of superman and cofounder of the flow genome project, steven kotler is one of the worlds leading experts on. Steven feels that if we can decode how these guys are thinking and decision making, we can apply that style of thinking to all aspects of human society. Vaughn said the film was officially no longer happening. Nov 19, 2012 filmmakers and cast discuss the making of superman. With all the talk about making superman like chris evans captain america, marvels the first avenger had two distinct advantages over either of.
Now you can read the whole story of the spectacular and complex undertaking in this firsthand report by a writer who was there. And its not bizarro or lex luthor, its the ku klux klan, in a new comic book written by. Fans hope to see henry cavill back as superman may be in further doubt, as reportedly, a man of steel 2 isnt going to happen in an interview with matthew vaughn over at polygon, it is noted that vaughn was in talks at one time for man of steel 2 but that. Apr 02, 2020 making a comic book entirely from scratch can be a timeconsuming process, but its also incredibly rewarding and creatively fulfilling. Oclcs webjunction has pulled together information and resources to assist library staff as they consider how to handle. Kevin smith thinks dc films not making superman movies are. The arc of finding who you were meant to be is an interesting one that isnt always explored in comics when characters are given elseworld origin stories. Most were reprints with some extra behind the scenes stuff thrown in. It is based on the dc comics character of the same name and stars marlon brando, gene hackman, christopher reeve, margot kidder, glenn ford, phyllis thaxter, jackie cooper, trevor howard, marc mcclure. The making of supermanthe movie paperback book is the definitive insight to the filming of richard donners supermanthe movie and superman ii commonly. The making of superman the movie took four years, people, eleven separate film units, three studios, filming on three continents and in eight countries and over a million feet of film.
As a baby, his parents sent him to earth in a small spaceship moments before k. Apr 04, 2016 perhaps the biggest challenge in making superman was creating a convincing special effect that would allow superman to fly. Dc comics is making graphic novels for kids, including a book about superman vs. Petrou covers everything from the beginning of the concept by ilya salkind and mario puzos first screenplay all the way through the tumultuous battle between the costcutting producers and director richard donner. Numerous and frequentlyupdated resource results are available from this search. His deep trust in humanity and high capacity to love make him an easy target for manipulation and corruption. Back in the 70s there existed over sized comic books.
Sep 28, 2018 kevin smith thinks not making more superman movies is a mistake crisis on infinite earths ep offers fans a chance to own a piece of arrowverse history and help those impacted by covid19. The making of supermanthe movie paperback book is the definitive insight to the filming of richard donner s supermanthe movie and superman ii commonly known now as superman ii. To make a comic from scratch, start by creating some characters and a plot for your story. Mar 14, 2017 superman has been gracing the covers of comic books since he first appeared in 1938, making him one of the most often used characters to be displayed on comic books.
Reliable information about the coronavirus covid19 is available from the world health organization current situation, international travel. David michael petrou author and super man capedwonder. There were no novelizations or ironically comic book adaptations released for either superman 1978 or superman ii 1980. The materialsaved from the dc trash bins by marv wolfman. The fascinating story of the making of one of the first big special effects movies after star wars. Making a comic book entirely from scratch can be a timeconsuming process, but its also incredibly rewarding and creatively fulfilling. Siegel and shuster are also represented in perhaps the books most exciting element. This was because mario puzo, who wrote the original script which became the basis of the first two superman films, had stipulated in his contract that the story could not be adapted in any other form.
The new death of superman movie turns clark kent into jesus. Superman man of steel 2 not happening cosmic book news. Director sam liu incorporates shades of the dark knight from batman v superman while trying to paint. Its one of the most beautiful moments to watch when athletes reach flow. Unlocking the science of ultimate human performance with steven kotler every athlete performs at his best when he is in the zone and reaches flow.
Red son the movies biggest changes from the comics. The rise of superman is an electrifying book about a potent state of mind. Go behindthescenes of one of the best comic book movie adaptations of all time. Superman is an ongoing american comic book series featuring the dc comics superhero superman as its main protagonist.
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