Geek, and You Shall Find
After attending a local comic book convention and being so moved by the stories told with them by cosplayers, three filmmakers decide to examine geek culture even further and go on to create a documentary about it. Not only does the group begin to find answers to why people are drawn to superheroes and stories about superheroes, but they also begin to find out how being a geek could help them live fuller, more meaningful lives. The group does this by attending other conventions across the country and speaking with legendary creators such as Kevin Eastman, Stan Lee, and George R.R. Martin. The podcast Geek, and You Shall Find details the origins of a number of well-known stories, including as Superman, Star Wars, Game of Thrones, and the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. When discussing the origins of these characters and the worlds in which they exist, the authors disclose the extent to which they have been motivated by actual problems that exist in society. Most importantly, this film demonstrates how superheroes have the capacity to tackle these social concerns by continuing to communicate with fans who have been inspired by these creations. This is accomplished by continuing to engage with people who have been inspired by these creations.
Released: 2019-07-23
Genre:
Documentary
Duration: 91
min
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