Spider-Mania
- Documentary
April 30, 2002 (US)
•0h 41m
E! Entertainment special on the making of Sam Raimi's first Spider-Man film.
April 30, 2002 (US)
•0h 41m
E! Entertainment special on the making of Sam Raimi's first Spider-Man film.
I Am Iron Man
I Am Iron Man (2008)
A documentary covering pre-production topics like suit design and construction, storyboards, animatics, and pre-viz, sets, working in the suit, casting, rehearsals, and preparation, and the start of the shoot. From there we look at performances, locations and production design, stunts, hardware and practical effects, and various sequence specifics. Finally, the program goes through post-production at Skywalker Ranch, the titles and a few visual elements, and wrapping up the flick.
X-Men: Premieres Around the World
X-Men: Premieres Around the World (2003)
We find notes from Singer, Stan Lee, Stewart, McKellen, Berry, Mane, Davison, Romijn-Stamos, Paquin, Jackman, Janssen, and Marsden.
Generation X: The Comic Book Origin of X-Men
Generation X: The Comic Book Origin of X-Men (2006)
This documentary is a fascinating journey through the world of comics, with particular attention paid to the X-Men, that should satisfy both fans and newcomers alike.
The Roots of Wolverine: A Conversation with Stan Lee and Len Wein
The Roots of Wolverine: A Conversation with Stan Lee and Len Wein (2009)
Stan Lee and Len Wein talk about X-Men & Wolverine.
Behind the Ultimate Spin: The Making of 'Spider-Man'
Behind the Ultimate Spin: The Making of 'Spider-Man' (2002)
Documentary on the making of 'Spider-Man.'
The Making of 'Wolf Creek'
The Making of 'Wolf Creek' (2006)
An overview of the making of Wolf Creek (2005).
Spider-Man 2: Making the Amazing
Spider-Man 2: Making the Amazing (2004)
A comprehensive 12-part documentary on the making of "Spider-Man 2," covering everything from pre-production to premiere.
The Wages of Heroism: Making The Amazing Spider-Man 2
The Wages of Heroism: Making The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014)
A documentary on the making of The Amazing Spider-Man 2 (2014), featuring interviews with the cast and crew, as well as behind-the-scenes footage.
Rite of Passage: The Amazing Spider-Man Reborn
Rite of Passage: The Amazing Spider-Man Reborn (2012)
A documentary on the making of The Amazing Spider-Man (2012), featuring interviews with the cast and crew, as well as behind-the-scenes footage.
A Life on the Farm
A Life on the Farm (2023)
A strange story from Somerset, England about a filmmaking farmer and the inspiring legacy of his long-lost home movies.
Marvel Then and Now: An Evening with Stan Lee and Joe Quesada
Marvel Then and Now: An Evening with Stan Lee and Joe Quesada (2007)
Marvel's first editor in chief, pop culture icon Stan Lee, and Marvel's current editor in chief, Joe Quesada, talk about the past and future of the company's stable of super-heroes in a lively discussion helmed by filmmaker Kevin Smith.
X-Men: First Class 35mm Special
X-Men: First Class 35mm Special (2012)
TV special about the making of "X-Men: First Class".
The Invincible Iron Man
The Invincible Iron Man (2008)
A documentary divided into six-part: For a look at the movie's comic book origins, we hear notes from Brevoort, Quesada, creator Stan Lee, writers Gerry Conway, Joe Casey, Dan Knauf, Charles Knauf and Warren Ellis, writer/artist Bob Layton, and artists Gene Colan, John Romita, Jr., Patrick Zircher and Adi Granov. The piece examines the origins of Iron Man as well as aspects of the character, supporting roles and villains. We also learn about the series' development, various story lines it pursued over the years, and challenges.
The Making of 'One from the Heart'
The Making of 'One from the Heart' (1982)
A short documentary on the Francis Ford Coppola musical One From the Heart.
Wolverine Unleashed: The Complete Origins
Wolverine Unleashed: The Complete Origins (2009)
Producer Lauren Schuler Donner starts this behind-the-scenes piece off by discussing how they initially wanted to tell Wolverine's Japan arc, but how the studio insisted that they give audiences an origins story first. What follows is a short, Hugh Jackman-centric look at the film's production, focusing on the character of Wolverine. The film's stunt coordinator discusses Jackman's commitment to bulking up-drinking a dozen egg whites a day and going on an intense fitness regime-and director Gavin Hood explains Wolverine's degree of self-loathing about his own nature. We also see some of the design work that went into the film, including the sculpting of young Logan's bone claws and the re-invention of the adamantium tank. Jackman comes off personable as always, and it's clear that he really loves this role.
Beyond Hell's Kitchen: Making 'Daredevil'
Beyond Hell's Kitchen: Making 'Daredevil' (2003)
A behind the scenes look at the making of 'Daredevil'!
The Galaxy Britain Built: The British Force Behind Star Wars
The Galaxy Britain Built: The British Force Behind Star Wars (2017)
Superfan David Whiteley celebrates the unsung British heroes behind the first film in the Star Wars’ franchise, 1977’s eponymously titled Star Wars. The Star Wars saga ends with the release of The Rise of Skywalker in December 2019. This documentary celebrates where it all began. It includes previously unheard stories from the people who made one of the most successful movies of all time, with additional interviews and previously unseen behind-the-scenes footage. The presenter, Star Wars superfan David Whiteley, who has his own connection to the original film (he was born on May the 4th), tracks down the often modest British talent who brought the galaxy to life. David explores the contribution of the London Symphony Orchestra and meets Ann Skinner, who was in charge of continuity. As well as seeing her original stills from the set, Ann reveals how she helped Sir Alec Guinness with one of the most famous speeches in Star Wars.
Stan Lee's Mutants, Monsters & Marvels
Stan Lee's Mutants, Monsters & Marvels (2002)
Filmmaker and comic writer Kevin Smith interviews comic book legend Stan Lee about his life and work in comics across the decades.
With Great Power: The Stan Lee Story
With Great Power: The Stan Lee Story (2010)
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.
Spider-Man: The Mythology of the 21st Century
Spider-Man: The Mythology of the 21st Century (2002)
The mythology behind Spider-Man