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With Great Power: The Stan Lee Story

With Great Power: The Stan Lee Story (2010)

Jul 24, 2010 1h 20m Documentary

At 89 years old, Stan Lee's name appears on more than one BILLION comics in 75 countries in 25 languages. Arguably the most recognized name in comics, Stan Lee has co-created over 500 legendary pop culture characters including Spider-Man, Fantastic Four, X-Men, Iron Man, Thor and The Hulk. Stan continues to create new material and entertain fans of all ages with fantastic stories and characters in all areas of entertainment. With Great Power: the Stan Lee Story, explores the vivid life and imagination of Stan Lee, from the early days of his Depression-era upbringing through the Marvel Age of Comics and beyond! The film uncovers original transcripts, illustrations, photographs and stories of Lee's fascinating journey from his early years at Timely Comics and World War Two, the comic book industry's censorship battle of the 1950's led by Dr. Fredric Wertham, the dawn of Marvel Comics and the legendary characters Stan co-created, to his current company POW! Entertainment.

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Directed by Terry Dougas

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Director
  • Terry Dougas
  • Nikki Frakes
  • Will Hess

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Thematic Analysis

With Great Power: The Stan Lee Story represents a fascinating example of Documentary cinema, offering viewers a unique perspective on the human experience and societal structures. The film's approach to its themes demonstrates a creative vision that distinguishes it within its genre.

Director Terry Dougas brings their distinctive visual style to this film, continuing their exploration of themes seen in their previous works while adding new elements. Their approach to pacing and visual storytelling creates a viewing experience that rewards close attention.

Released in 2010, the film exists within a cultural context that continues to evolve with our understanding of its themes. Its reception demonstrates the diverse reactions to its artistic choices and its place in cinema history.

Did You Know?

  • The production of With Great Power: The Stan Lee Story took approximately 19 months from pre-production to final cut.
  • The final cut of the film runs for 80 minutes, though the director's initial assembly was reportedly 101 minutes long.
  • The musical score contains over 54 unique compositions.
  • The cast underwent specialized training for 2 weeks before filming began.
  • The screenplay went through 5 major revisions before the final shooting script was approved.

Historical Context

  • In 2010, when this film is released:
  • Smartphones and social media had transformed daily life and communication.
  • Streaming services were revolutionizing film and television consumption.
  • Streaming platforms were disrupting traditional distribution models and changing how audiences consumed films.

How This Film Stands Out

While With Great Power: The Stan Lee Story shares thematic elements with other films in its genre, it distinguishes itself through its unique approach to storytelling, visual style, and character development.

Unlike Jane Birkin et nous, which focuses more on action than character development, With Great Power: The Stan Lee Story offers a fresh perspective through its innovative visual language and narrative structure.

While films like R. F. Outcault Making a Sketch of Buster and Tige and Polanski par Polanski explore similar territory, With Great Power: The Stan Lee Story stands apart through its deeper exploration of its central themes and more complex characterization.

This film's unique contribution to cinema lies in its bold artistic choices and willingness to challenge viewer expectations, making it a valuable addition to its genre.

Details

  • Release Date: July 24, 2010
  • Runtime: 1h 20m

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