SuperBob

2008 is the year the meteor fragment hits Peckham, changing Bob's life forever. Six years pass to around 2014, bringing the story to its turning points and Bob's decision to redefine his relationship with power. The period blends late-2000s documentary-style storytelling with early-2010s political undercurrents, grounding the hero’s journey in a recognizable era.

Peckham, London serves as the everyday backdrop where Bob's life as a postman unfolds and the extraordinary event begins. The Shard appears as a dramatic symbol during moments of chaos, anchoring the story in modern London. Colombia becomes the dream destination where Dorris and Bob seek to help children and live freely away from state power. Afghanistan marks the geopolitical consequence of power, illustrating how politics intrudes into personal lives.

🦸‍♂️ Power and Humanity

The film centers on a regular man who gains extraordinary abilities, exploring how power tests personal ethics and relationships. Bob's struggle to control his gifts mirrors the tension between serving the state and preserving individual conscience. The story asserts that true heroism emerges from choices that protect people, not from wielding unchecked power. It questions whether institutions should govern power or if conscience should lead the way.

❤️ Love and Loyalty

Bob's relationships with June, Dorris, Pat, and Barry anchor the emotional core of the film. The romance and friendships are tested by political manipulation and the pull of public image. Trust is challenged as the documentary frame blurs personal and political motives. In the end, love steers Bob toward a life of mutual aid rather than fame.

🗺️ Freedom and Agency

Bob resigns from the MOD and becomes freelance, choosing autonomy over state service. His escape from surveillance marks a commitment to defining his own path rather than kowtowing to institutional control. Dorris and Bob pursue a life in Colombia, turning away from geopolitics toward tangible, direct help for others. The film presents agency as a form of heroism grounded in responsibility to people, not in official power.