10 Mar 2017
Heroes Manufactured
A documentary following Canadian artists and their ability to break into the comic book industry while dealing with fandom and the craze of comic book conventions in Canada.
Sex, Lies & Superheroes
Don't call them funny pages
Sex, Lies & Superheroes features the writers and artists who have helped make comic books a medium for sophisticated stories and artwork...
Top Billed Cast
Chris Claremont Himself
Amanda Conner Herself
Colleen Doran Herself
Bill Sienkiewicz Himself
Louise Simonson Herself
Jim Valentino Himself
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