REMEMBERING CHRISTOPHER REEVE:
SUPER/MAN: THE CHRISTOPHER REEVE STORY
In honor of the 20th anniversary of Christopher Reeve’s passing, our cinema proudly presents the documentary Super/Man: The Christopher Reeve Story, a tribute to the man who became a symbol of courage both on and off the screen. As Superman once said, “You’ll believe a man can fly.” Christopher Reeve made us believe not only in the power of a hero but also in the strength of the human spirit. His legacy extends beyond his iconic role as the Man of Steel, embodying the true meaning of hope, perseverance, and the relentless pursuit of making the world a better place.
The story of Christopher Reeve is an astonishing rise from unknown actor to iconic movie star, and his definitive portrayal of Clark Kent/Superman set the benchmark for the superhero cinematic universes that dominate cinema today. 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 – all while continuing his career in cinema in front of and behind the camera and dedicating himself to his beloved family.