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The Making of ‘Superman: The Movie’ (1982) Characters, Setting & Themes Explained
- Release, runtime and language
- 1982 · 52 mins · English
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- Directed by
- Iain Johnstone
- Starring
- Sarah Douglas, Terence Stamp, Gene Hackman, Marlon Brando, Trevor Howard, Harry Andrews
Ernie Anderson narrates this documentary exploring the creation of Richard Donner’s 1978 blockbuster. Featuring behind‑the‑scenes footage and excerpts from the film, it shows how the production convinced audiences they could truly see a man fly. The program also includes interviews with principal cast members and key crew.
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