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Comic Book: The Movie (Video 2004)The relationship between Hollywood and comic book culture is lambasted in this mockumentary as a beloved heroic character is rung through the studio system. Director:Mark Hamill |
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| Mark Hamill | ... |
Donald Swan
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| Donna D'Errico | ... |
Liberty Lass /
Papaya Smith
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| Billy West | ... |
Leo Matuzik
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Joseph Burns | ... |
Jack Whitney
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| Roger Rose | ... |
Taylor Donohue
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| Jess Harnell | ... |
Ricky
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| Lori Alan | ... |
Anita Levine
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| Daran Norris | ... |
Commander Courage /
Bruce Easly
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| Tom Kenny | ... |
Derek Sprang
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| Scott LaRose | ... |
Mac (Comic Store Pal #1)
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| Gary Anthony Williams | ... |
Kurt (Comic Store Pal #2)
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| Arleen Sorkin | ... |
Ms. Q (studio secretary)
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Robert M. Lange | ... |
Robert Lange
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| James Arnold Taylor | ... |
J.T.
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| Debi Derryberry | ... |
Debby Newman
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A host of real-life celebrities - including Hugh Hefner, Stan Lee, and Kevin Smith - journey into the world of comic book fandom! Documentary filmmaker Donald Swan heads to the world's largest comic book convention where he encounters a culture of craziness that he's totally unprepared for! Written by Comic Book : The Movie
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Hollywood invaded the Comic Book World... Now the real Comic Book Heros are striking back!Genres:
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Rated PG-13 for language, sexual content and some drug references | See all certifications »Parents Guide:
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EnglishRelease Date:
27 January 2004 (USA) See more »Filming Locations:
San Diego Convention Center, San Diego, California, USACompany Credits
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Leo Matuzik: Betty. She was the one.
Donald Swan: She's the one for you because she's not so complicated, she's not so needy. Some guys like the Veronicas 'cause they love the challenge, and they think she should be spanked.
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Written by Mark Teague
Performed by Mark Teague
Courtesy of Squeezebox Studios
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In a scene in the Comic Book Convention, A man dressed in a Sgt. Kabukiman outfit says, "Were gonna make our own damn movie!" "Make Your Own Damn Movie" is a book by Lloyd Kaufman who wrote and directed the movie Sgt. Kabukiman N.Y.P.D. See more »Quotes
Donald Swan: The Beatles or the Stones? The Munsters or the Addams Family? Betty or Veronica?Leo Matuzik: Betty. She was the one.
Donald Swan: She's the one for you because she's not so complicated, she's not so needy. Some guys like the Veronicas 'cause they love the challenge, and they think she should be spanked.
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Crazy Credits
A special thanks to all the people attending the Con for playing along with us. See more »Soundtracks
"Superguy Blues"Written by Mark Teague
Performed by Mark Teague
Courtesy of Squeezebox Studios
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I was fortunate enough to see an advance screening of Mark Hamill's 'Comic Book: The Movie.' The low budget mockumentary is good natured and features some nice performances (highlighted by Hamill's portrayal of the comic-fan made documentarian that the story revolves around.)
There are many cameos by comic celebs like Stan Lee, Bruce Campbell and Kevin Smith. It also provides a window into the strange annual event known as Comiccon where thousands gather to celebrate fandom. The core story invokes the frustration of fans who suffer when classic properties are bastardized by Hollywood and in this story the fans strike back.
The movie is a bit long and loses its way for a while about an hour in but overall it entertaining and charming. The film is a celebration of comic books and the people who love them. It lacks the razor wit that Christopher Guest's films possess (A Mighty Wind, Best in Show) but this one is more authentic and seems to be a labor of love.
This is a nice little film and I recommend it.