8.4
Viewer Rating
Combines user and critic ratings from four sources
Documentary • 2024 • 104 min • Teen (13+)
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story (2024)
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story (2024)
Overview
Christopher 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.
Starring Cast
Christopher Reeve • Will Reeve • Dana Reeve
Where to watch
Rating & Dimensions
Bias Rating
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Political: Center
Diversity: Low
Family Values: Strongly Traditional
Viewer Rating
8.4
Overview
Christopher 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.
Starring Cast
Christopher Reeve • Will Reeve • Dana Reeve
Where to watch
Detailed Bias Analysis
Analyzing...
Leans Traditional
Primary
Political: Center
Confidence: Medium
The film chronicles Christopher Reeve's life and his post-injury advocacy for spinal cord research, emphasizing themes of human resilience, family support, and the pursuit of scientific advancement. It focuses on a universally appealing narrative of overcoming adversity and contributing to medical progress, rather than promoting a specific political ideology.
Diversity: Low
Confidence: High
The documentary explores the life and advocacy of Christopher Reeve, focusing on his personal journey and contributions. The film's portrayal of its subjects and narrative approach do not incorporate explicit DEI themes or critiques of traditional identities.
Secondary
Family Values: Strongly Traditional
Confidence: High
The film celebrates the enduring commitment and resilience of the Reeve family, highlighting the unwavering support within their marriage and the strength of their family bonds through profound challenges. It portrays a powerful testament to lifelong partnership and mutual devotion.
LGBTQ: N/A
Confidence: High
The documentary 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story' explores the life and legacy of actor Christopher Reeve. The film's narrative centers on his professional career, personal challenges, and his significant advocacy work. The story does not include identifiable LGBTQ+ characters or themes.
Trans: N/A
Confidence: High
The documentary 'Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story' focuses on the life, career, and advocacy of actor Christopher Reeve following his paralyzing accident. The film does not include any identifiable transsexual characters or explore related themes, maintaining a narrative solely on Reeve's personal and professional journey.
Female Combat: N/R
The movie does not contain any action or adventure elements.
Gender Swap: No
Confidence: High
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story is a documentary that portrays real historical figures, including Christopher Reeve, Will Reeve, and Dana Reeve. The film depicts these individuals consistent with their documented historical genders, with no characters established as one gender being portrayed as another.
Race Swap: No
Confidence: High
Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story is a documentary centered on the real lives of Christopher Reeve, Dana Reeve, and Will Reeve. These historical figures are consistently depicted with their established racial identities. The film does not feature any characters whose race has been altered from their canonical or historical portrayal.
Viewer Rating Breakdown
User Ratings
8.0
8.1
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9.8
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