Discover the untold story behind the man who became a legend. Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story offers an intimate look at the life of the iconic actor who brought Superman to life on the big screen. This deeply moving documentary reveals the challenges and triumphs that shaped Reeve's journey, both on and off the screen. From his meteoric rise to fame to his courageous battle after a life-altering injury, witness the powerful story of a true hero. Don’t miss the chance to experience this emotional tribute in theaters for a limited time—only on September 21 and September 25. Watch the official trailer now and get ready to be inspired.
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story will hit theaters September 25, 2024!
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story will hit theaters September 25, 2024!
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00:00Everybody's looking for a hero.
00:09I am not a hero.
00:11That was a part.
00:12I played the part.
00:13I'm not that man.
00:18Hands down, he was Superman from day one.
00:21I realized that if I could pull off this part, it would change my life.
00:25John Houseman said, Mr. Reeve, it is very important to become a serious classical actor.
00:29Unless, of course, they offer you a load of money to do something else.
00:36He convinced me when I first met him that he would fly.
00:40Doing things with my dad, it was all about activity and action.
00:44Riding bikes, playing soccer, skiing.
00:47Perfect DML.
00:50My dad was very competitive and he didn't necessarily slow down.
00:54We said goodbye and he gave this wave.
00:57That was the last time I saw him on his feet.
01:06Mr. Reeve currently has no movement or spontaneous respiration.
01:10Superman, crazy.
01:12Just that simple little thing over the horse.
01:14I'd ruined my life and everybody else's.
01:18I won't be able to ski, sail, throw a ball to Will, won't be able to make love to Dana.
01:25Maybe we should let me go.
01:27She came flying in and she just yelled, I love you, I love you.
01:32And then she said, the words saved my life.
01:36You're still you and I love you.
01:42He and Robin were such good friends because they could match each other.
01:45Robin also had struggles that he dealt with his whole life and I think that they both
01:50were aware of darkness.
01:53Brother Chris is fighting like crazy.
01:55When you find people who fight like that but still keep their humanity, that gives you
01:58great hope.
01:59That is tough because I can feel him but he can't feel me.
02:03It must have been hell for my mom too, knowing what she had lost.
02:08I felt I needed to do something, not just for myself, but for everyone else in the same
02:15condition.
02:16The fact that Superman was in a wheelchair and was willing to go public with it was huge.
02:24Hope is on the way.
02:32The Christopher and Dana Reeve Paralysis Act.
02:37People are literally walking because of him.
02:45What is a hero?
02:49My answer was that a hero is someone who commits a courageous action without considering
02:57the consequences.
03:00Now my definition is completely different.
03:02I think a hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure
03:08in spite of overwhelming obstacles.
03:14I wouldn't have missed this for the world.
03:18I wouldn't have missed this for the world.