The best Neil Gaiman’s movies

Neil Gaiman

Neil Gaiman

10/11/1960 (63 años)
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Coraline: The Making of 'Coraline'

Coraline: The Making of 'Coraline'
7.6/10
A look at the complexities and intricacies of making the 2009 stop motion animation film Coraline.

The Sparks Brothers

The Sparks Brothers
7.7/10
Take a musical odyssey through five weird and wonderful decades with brothers Ron & Russell Mael, celebrating the inspiring legacy of Sparks: your favorite band’s favorite band.

The People vs. George Lucas

The People vs. George Lucas
6.6/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 14/03/2010
  • Character: Himself
The passion the original Star Wars trilogy inspires in its fans is unparalleled; but when it comes to George Lucas himself, many have found their ardor has cooled into a complicated love-hate relationship. This hilarious, heartfelt documentary delves deep into Lucas’s cultural legacy, asking all the tough questions. Has Lucas betrayed his masterwork? Should he just have left the original trilogy alone? Is The Phantom Menace so bad it should carry a health warning? Utilizing interviews taken from over 600 hours of footage, and peppered with extraordinary Star Wars and Indiana Jones recreations lovingly immortalized in song, needlepoint, Lego, claymation, puppets and paper-mâché, above all this film asks the question: who truly owns that galaxy far, far away—the man who created it, or the fans who worship it?

Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics

Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics
7.6/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 09/11/2010
  • Character: Self
A look at the history of the comic book publication that launched such legendary characters as Superman, Batman and Wonder Woman.

Jay And Silent Bob's Super Groovy Cartoon Movie

Jay And Silent Bob's Super Groovy Cartoon Movie
4.8/10
  • Genre: AnimationComedy
  • Release: 20/04/2013
  • Character: Albert the Manservant (voice)
When they can no longer stomach the ever-growing weed of suburban crime, Jay and Silent Bob take on the mantles of costumed avengers Bluntman and Chronic, smashing the super-villains they accidentally create! Can the Doobage Duo save their beloved Jersey 'burbs from their new arch enemies, The League of Shitters? While clearly not the comic book movie the world wants, GROOVY MOVIE is the comic book movie the world needs!

Princess Mononoke in the U.S.A.

Princess Mononoke in the U.S.A.
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 04/02/1997
  • Character: Himself
This short documentary follows director Hayao Miyazaki and producer Toshio Suzuki as they attend two film festivals showing the film Princess Mononoke and answer questions. Miyazaki discusses his experience in LA before founding Studio Ghibli.

The Untold Tales of Armistead Maupin

The Untold Tales of Armistead Maupin
7.6/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 11/03/2017
  • Character: Himself
The Untold Tales of Armistead Maupin celebrates one of the world’s most beloved storytellers, following his evolution from a conservative son of the Old South into a gay rights pioneer whose novels inspired millions to reclaim their lives.

Future Shock! The Story of 2000AD

Future Shock! The Story of 2000AD
7.2/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 19/09/2014
  • Character: Self
A long overdue documentary that tells the story of 2000AD, the unsung cult hero of the comics industry. This film will celebrate and pay respect to the comic and explore its importance and influence on contemporary pop culture.

Dreams with Sharp Teeth

Dreams with Sharp Teeth
7.7/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 04/06/2008
  • Character: Himself
The documentary story of Harlan Ellison

Lovecraft: Fear of the Unknown

Lovecraft: Fear of the Unknown
7.2/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 24/07/2008
  • Character: Himself
A chronicle of the life, work and mind that created the Cthulhu mythos.

Archangel Thunderbird

Archangel Thunderbird
6.2/10
A bizarre live-action/stop motion hybrid television film following Dr. Churchill and his resistance force's last desperate attempt to stop an invading army of ancient extra-terrestrial demons.

Strange Powers: Stephin Merritt and the Magnetic Fields

Strange Powers: Stephin Merritt and the Magnetic Fields
7.2/10
Ten years in the making, Strange Powers is an intimate documentary portrait of songwriter Stephin Merritt and his band the Magnetic Fields. With his unique gift for memorable melodies, lovelorn lyrics and wry musical stylings that blend classic Tin Pan Alley with modern sounds, Stephin Merritt has distinguished himself as one of contemporary pop's most beloved and influential artists.

Mum and Son's Chilling Adventures

Mum and Son's Chilling Adventures
7.8/10
Mum and Son's Chilling Adventures is a documentary film that features the unique relationship of a mother and son ghost hunting team that investigates ghostly phenomenon.

Mike Mignola: Drawing Monsters

Mike Mignola: Drawing Monsters
8.5/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 01/04/2022
  • Character: Self
As one of the most successful independent comic book creators, Mignola has inspired generations of writers and artists. Mike Mignola: Drawing Monsters provides an in-depth look at his legacy, from the beginning of his career working as an inker for Marvel Comics to his success with Hellboy. The film features never-before-told revelations from Neil Gaiman about the Mignolaverse and the production of Guillermo Del Toro’s Hellboy II, and an interview with Steven Universe creator Rebecca Sugar discussing Mignola’s influence on her creation.

Comic Book Superheroes Unmasked

Comic Book Superheroes Unmasked
7.7/10
Industry insiders like Stan Lee and Neil Gaiman (The Sandman) reflect on the way their colorful creations reflect society at large. They have spread from the pulpy pages of nickel comics to Saturday morning cartoons, the big screen and beyond. They have evolved from simple, All-American heroes to tortured, complicated characters reflecting the dreams, desires and fears of modern society. From Superman to The Sandman, Comic Book Superheroes Unmasked is a fascinating, feature-length look at the evolution of an art form that has proved remarkably adaptable and enduring. Filled with classic images from DC and Marvel Comics as well as extensive interviews with modern masters of the graphic novel like Neil Gaiman and Frank Miller (The Dark Knight Returns), this documentary, originally aired on the History Channel, goes far beyond the superficial escapist fantasies to probe the forces that shaped the characters who have become legend...

Neil Gaiman: Dream Dangerously

Neil Gaiman: Dream Dangerously
6.6/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 08/07/2016
  • Character: Self
Neil Gaiman is one of the most beloved storytellers in the world today, a medium-jumping legend who opened a new era of comics with Sandman, scared a generation of young readers with Coraline and The Graveyard Book, and has thrilled his fans with years of live readings and signings. Recently, Neil embarked on his final signing tour, one last chance to talk to the fans who love his work and show his appreciation for their years of support. Now you're along for the ride! The film offers unprecedented access to Neil, chronicling his journey from myth-loving child to one of the most popular writers in the world. In addition to Neil, the film also features Amanda Palmer, George RR Martin, Grant Morrison, Bill Hader, Wil Wheaton, Michael Sheen, Karen Berger, and many more.

In Search of Steve Ditko

In Search of Steve Ditko
7.6/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 16/09/2007
  • Character: Himself
Jonathan Ross attempts to track down reclusive comic book artist Steve Ditko, best known as the co-creator of Spider-Man and Doctor Strange for Marvel Comics in the early 1960s.

Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin

Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin
7.4/10
Produced with Le Guin’s participation over the course of a decade, Worlds of Ursula K. Le Guin is a journey through the writer’s career and her world’s, both real and fantastic. Viewers will join the writer on an intimate journey of self-discovery as she comes into her own as a major feminist author, opening new doors for the imagination and inspiring generations of women and other marginalized writers along the way. The film features stunning animation and reflections by literary luminaries including Margaret Atwood, Neil Gaiman, David Mitchell, Michael Chabon, and more.

Terry Pratchett: Back in Black

Terry Pratchett: Back in Black
8.3/10
  • Genre: Documentary
  • Release: 11/02/2017
  • Character: Himself
A poignant and humorous film telling the life story of the hugely popular author of the discworld series of books, in his own words.

Will Eisner: Portrait of a Sequential Artist

Will Eisner: Portrait of a Sequential Artist
7.8/10
  • Release: 25/04/2007
Arguably the most influential person in American comics, Will Eisner, as artist, entrepreneur, innovator, and visual storyteller, enjoyed a career that encompassed comic books from their early beginnings in the 1930s to their development as graphic novels in the 1990s. During his sixty-year-plus career, Eisner introduced the now-traditional mode of comic book production; championed mature, sophisticated storytelling; was an early advocate for using the medium as a tool for education; pioneered the now-popular graphic novel, and served as inspiration for generations of artists. Without a doubt, Will Eisner was the godfather of the American comic book.

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