Super/Man Documentary on Christopher Reeve Premieres December 7

The documentary 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story' is set to be released on Max and HBO on December 7, 2024, following its successful premiere at the 2024 Sundance Film Festival where it won six Critics Choice Documentary Awards. Directed by Ian Bonhôte and Peter Ettedgui, the film chronicles Reeve's life before and after a 1995 horseback riding accident that left him paralyzed, highlighting his transformation into a prominent disability activist. It features intimate home videos, archival footage, and interviews with Reeve's family and friends, showcasing his enduring spirit and advocacy for spinal cord injury research. The film's synopsis describes Reeve as a hero not only on-screen but also in his personal life, inspiring hope and change in perceptions of disability. Reeve's legacy continues through the Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, which supports medical research and disability rights. The documentary aims to present a nuanced portrait of a man who refused to be defined by his circumstances.