Its a documentary movie with a high rotten tomatoes critics score of 82%. Chuck is not totally correct that san diego is not focused on comics. Mar 30, 2012 on april 6, the experience of attending comiccon international in san diego is going nationwide via video on demand and select theatres across america with comiccon episode iv. A fans hope explores this amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as they descend upon the ultimate geek mecca at san diego comiccon 2010. A fans hope, director morgan spurlock trains his lens on comiccon, the annual san diego event said to be the worlds largest gathering of geeks. A fans hope, which is just a far worse name than this film deserves. Select any poster below to play the movie, totally free. Such is the same with morgan spurlocks documentary comiccon episode iv. A fans hope is a 2011 documentary film on the san diego comiccon international, directed by morgan spurlock the film follows five subjects. Stuntdocumentary specialist morgan spurlock has a knack for taking on subjects just as they burst into the zeitgeist, from fast food trauma supersize me to product placement excess the greatest movie ever sold. Spurlock follows six attendees two wouldbe illustrators, a costume maker, a comic merchant, and a couple who fell in love at the prior years event through the four. A fans hope a film by morgan spurlock explores this amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as they.
A behindthescenes look at san diego comiccon, the worlds largest comic book convention, and the fans who attend every year. A fan s hope, director morgan spurlock trains his lens on comic con, the annual san diego event said to be the world s largest gathering of geeks. Photographs depict the people who attended san diego comiccon in 2010, including professionals, persons from the entertainment world, and fans, some in costume and some not, with quotations from. A fan s hope morgan spurlock morgan spurlock jeremy chilnick 2012 interviews with joss whedon, stan lee and others are included in filmmaker morgan spurlocks journey into the popculture fan mecca known as comic con. A fans hope a film by morgan spurlock a surprisingly tender look at san diego comiccon, an annual popculture lovein that attracts 125,000 comic book and scifi fanatics, supersize me director morgan spurlocks new documentary is crowded with all the usual freaks and geeks. Rogen and kevin smith is streaming with subscription on prime video, free on tubi. On first glance at the poster for comiccon episode iv. A fans hope, morgan spurlock surveys the major convention for avid followers of comic books, superheroes and video games. Have you ever imagined a place where vulcans and vampires get along. Episode iv a fans hope is director morgan spurlocks affectionate look at the high point of nerd culture, the annual comiccon in san diego.
Apr, 2012 theres nothing monumental or enlightening about the film, but it does offer an enjoyable time. Comiccon episode iv is the most beautiful movie about fanboy culture ive ever come across. Spurlock interviews a number of luminaries who attend the event annually stan lee, kevin smith, joss whedon and spotlights the stories of a handful of people going to the convention a comicbook salesman looking to move a book worth. Its a documentary movie with a high rotten tomatoes critics score of 82 %. After years of turning down requests for such a project, the folks at san diego comiccon gave permission for. A behindthescenes look at the fans who gather by the thousands each year in san diego, california to attend comiccon, the worlds largest comic book convention. A fans hope is a funny foray into the worlds biggest science fiction convention. Theres a veteran comicbook dealer out to make a big score with an obscenely expensive, incredibly rare comic book. I thought this film was wellmade, using an interview format to tell the real story about comicon.
A fans hope, people will see morgan spurlocks name attached and may dismiss the documentary on that basis alone. Oscarnominated directorand fanboy himselfmorgan spurlock captures the magic and madness of comiccon in an upcoming documentary, and this companion book is a. It follows the adventures of five attendees of the san diego comiccon. A fans hope, morgan spurlock gazes directly into the heart of dorknessthe annual comiccon in san diego that began in 1970 as a gathering of comic book writers. A fans hopea film by morgan spurlock explores this amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as they. A fans hope holds enormous appeal for both the geek audience and the casual viewer. Apr 06, 2012 joss whedon director of the ultimate comiccon movie, the forthcoming the avengers also had a hand in the documentary, which may account for its good cheerother than chucks gripes, and a few remarks about the smell of the show floor made under the closing credits, no one has a bad word to say about comiccon, or its influence. A fans hope 2012 interviews with joss whedon, stan lee and others are included in filmmaker morgan spurlocks journey into the popculture fan mecca known as comiccon. Comic con episode iv is the most beautiful movie about fanboy culture ive ever come across. A fans hope a film by morgan spurlock explores this amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as they descend upon the ultimate geek mecca at. If you would like to participate, please visit the project page, where you.
A fans hope documentary a film by morgan spurlock explores this amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as they descend upon the ultimate geek mecca at san diego comiccon 2010. He followed up with the wellreceived where in the world is osama bin laden, and produced three seasons of the acclaimed tv series 30 days. A fan s hope full movie in hd visit a behindthescenes look at san diego comic con. A feature documentary that will follow seven people from around the world as they travel to comiccon in san diego. A fans hope, is in select theaters now as well as on demand and itunes. Episode iv a fans hope movie trailers, exclusive videos, interviews from the cast, movie clips and more at. A fans hope, chooses to ignore all of this, though, and the result is a film. Aug 05, 2016 a behindthescenes look at the fans who gather by the thousands each year in san diego, california to attend comiccon, the worlds largest comic book convention. I actually went to the 2010 show that spurlock used to document sdcc and i was surprised to see myself in the photo pit with others shooting the mass effect cosplayers. A fans hope, but there are plenty of friendly, familiar.
A fans hope a film by morgan spurlock explores the amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as they descend. Exploring the amazing cultural phenomenon that is san diego comiccon and its. What morgan spurlock has done with comiccon episode iv. A fans hopea film by morgan spurlock explores this amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as they descend upon the ultimate geek mecca at san. Watch comic con 2012 full movie free online streaming tubi. A fan s hope a film by morgan spurlock explores this amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as they descend upon the ultimate geek mecca at san diego comiccon 2010. Morgan spurlock took his camera to comiccon in 2010 and joined forces with geek icons stan lee and joss whedon to turn the footage into the documentary comiccon episode iv. Morgan spurlock was nominated for an academy award for best documentary for his debut film, super size me. A fans hope is now playing in limited release and is available on video on demand through select cable and online streaming providers. Spurlock is conspicuously absent from his latest directorial effort, comiccon episode iv. Apr 06, 2012 what started as a fringe comic book convention for 500 fans has grown into the pop culture event of the year that influences every form of entertainment, now attended by over 140,000 strong.
Spurlocks doc is both a glossy travel brochure for fans who long to visit the wild untamed verge of the san diego waterfront and a fond memento for those whove been. What started as a fringe comic book convention for 500 fans has grown into the pop culture event of the year that influences every form of entertainment, now attended by over 140,000 strong. It hits ondemand services friday, and theaters in new york, philadelphia and boston next week. A behindthescenes look at the fans who gather by the thousands each year in san diego, california to attend comic con, the worlds largest comic book convention. On imdb tv, you can catch hollywood hits and popular tv series at no cost. Watch comiccon episode iv a fans hope online vimeo on. A fan s hope is a 2011 documentary film on the san diego comic con international, directed by morgan spurlock the film follows five subjects. A fans hope a film by morgan spurlock explores this amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as. A fans hope a film by morgan spurlock explores the amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as they descend upon the ultimate geek mecca at san diego comiccon 2010.
Episode iv a fans hope synopsis morgan spurlock follows six attendees at san diegos comiccon, the popculture event of the year. A film that explores the cultural phenomenon that is comiccon by following the lives of five attendees as they. A fans hopea film by morgan spurlock explores this amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as. A film by morgan spurlock explores this amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as they descend upon the ultimate geek me.
Filmmaker morgan spurlock explores the amazing cultural phenomenon of comiccon, the event that started as a fringe comic book convention for 500 fans and has grown into a yearly pop culture event that influences every form of entertainment, now attended by over 140,000 strong. A fans hope has a clunky title but a simple premise. A fan s hope streaming dvdrip, regarder comic con episode iv. Hes a genial guy and his films usually reflect that, gently exploring an important issue without much bite or insight. Sideshow collectibles is proud to present this collectors edition of comiccon episode iv. A fans hope follows five unusually driven comicbook and sciencefiction fans as they prepare for the geekhigh holiday that is the comiccon convention in san diego. A fan s hope a film by morgan spurlock explores this amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as they descend upon the ultimate geek mecca at san.
This article is within the scope of wikiproject film. Comiccon is a place to celebrate together, usually with the very people whose work is being celebrated. A fans hope featuring an indepth, illustrated look at the phenomenon that is san diego comiccon international. Interviews with joss whedon, stan lee and others are included in filmmaker morgan spurlocks journey into the popculture fan mecca known as comiccon. It follows the adventures of five attendees of the san diego comiccon sdcc in 2010. A fans hope a film by morgan spurlock explores this amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as they descend upon the ultimate geek mecca at san diego comiccon 2010. Featuring interviews with stan lee, joss whedon, frank miller, kevin smith, matt groening, seth rogan, eli roth and many more. His insight into the comics business and getting in a free plug for mile high was a smart business move getting it all on film. A fans hope, but there are plenty of friendly, familiar faces on display all the same, most notably the ubiquitous kevin smith, who leads a greek chorus of comic geek allstar commentators, including joss whedon and harry knowles. A fans hope, the film by morgan spurlock super size me examining the cultural phenomenon that is comiccon international by following the lives of five attendees as you can see from the cosplayheavy trailer below, the documentary also boasts plenty of familiar faces, including kevin smith, seth. People who love a comic book, a movie, a tv show, or a videogame are the ultimate appreciators. Were sorry but jwapp doesnt work properly without javascript enabled.
Holly, costume and creature designer, hopes her creations will win the. A fans hope is essentially to revalidate comiccon, only with the big picture in mind. Holly, costume and creature designer, hopes comiccon episode iv. Apr 18, 2012 the trailer for the new morgan spurlock documentary, comic con episode iv. After all, i was at comiccon 2010 and saw, firsthand, some of the events andor people featured in the film talking to you, potbellied green lantern guy.
A fans hope morgan spurlock morgan spurlock jeremy chilnick 2012 interviews with joss whedon, stan lee and others are included in filmmaker morgan spurlocks journey into the popculture fan mecca known as comiccon. A fans hope also acknowledges the joy of extreme fandom. A fans hope, morgan spurlocks newest documentary about the southern california comic book and pop culture convention. He follows the lives of five attendees as they descend upon the ultimate geek mecca at. Eric, an aspiring illustrator, is hoping to impress publishers and land a job. Spurlock follows six attendees two wouldbe illustrators, a costume maker, a comic merchant, and a couple who fell in love at the prior year s event through the four. Each july, more than 100,000 people gather in san diego to celebrate science fiction and fantasy stories, movies, and comic books. This article is supported by the comic book films task force. A fans hope ou streaming une fois, vous pouvez noter ce film. He and the films many producers have crafted a love letter to this convention, one clearly born from their innergeeks own longing to capture what the con has become. Director morgan spurlocks latest documentary, comiccon episode iv. A fans hope a film by morgan spurlock explores this amazing cultural phenomenon by following the lives of five attendees as they descend upon the ultimate geek mecca at san.
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