Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics

Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics

Warner Bros. Pictures presents an enthralling examination of the creative forces behind the World’s Greatest Super Heroes in Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics, an all-new documentary that takes viewers behind the scenes of the iconic company with unprecedented access to the Warner Bros. and DC Comics archives.

By EdGross - Aug 11, 2010 08:08 AM EST
Filed Under: DC Comics

Narrated by Ryan Reynolds, Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics will be distributed by Warner Home Video on November 9, 2010 on DVD for $24.98 (SRP). Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics will also be available On Demand and for Download.

Behind the amazing tales of Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman and a host of other well-known characters is the equally impressive story of the challenges, creativity and triumphs of the company that brought those characters to life. Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics is both a celebration of the best writers and artists in comics and a thoughtful exploration of 75 years of DC Comics history.



Produced by the Academy Award ® -nominated team behind Spellbound (Feature Documentary), Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics combines excerpts from comics, films and television series with the insight of some of history’s most influential comic book creators and editors, among them Neal Adams, Karen Berger, Mike Carlin, Dan DiDio, Neil Gaiman, Geoff Johns, Jim Lee, Paul Levitz, Dwayne McDuffie, Grant Morrison, Dennis O’Neil, Paul Pope, Louise Simonson, Mark Waid, Len Wein, and Marv Wolfman.

Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics is written and directed by Mac Carter. Jeffrey Blitz (Spellbound, The Office) served as executive producer. Producer is Gregory Noveck and co-producer is Ivan Cohen. Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics is produced by Sean Welch and Janet Eckholm.

“From the bans to the breakthroughs, from humble pulp beginnings to the literary rise of the graphic novel, the story of DC Comics holds a mirror to an ever-evolving enterprise and the society reflected in its comic book pages,” said Diane Nelson, President, DC Entertainment. “It’s a true American story – Secret Origin: The Story of DC Comics is a riveting, exciting, surprising revelation of that fascinating history and the men and women who forged it.”
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markymarc
markymarc - 8/11/2010, 8:23 AM
This sounds amazing! I must have it! I heard it premiered at Comic Con? Anyone get to see it?
jimdrums
jimdrums - 8/11/2010, 8:23 AM
Great!!! Keep the DC exposure coming... it doesnt matter if its animated video, television, or live action cinema, JUST KEEP IT COMING!!!!
marvel72
marvel72 - 8/11/2010, 8:25 AM
@ ed gross that will be f*cking amazing,it will probably score a rating of about 4/5.

why ?

it will lose a point for featuring smallville,catwoman & that ultra crap steel movie.
EdGross
EdGross - 8/11/2010, 8:31 AM
I saw the documentary at Comic-Con and thought they did a great job. Little bit white-washed where controversies are concerned (i.e. Siegel and Shuster), but a really effective tribute to DC.
markymarc
markymarc - 8/11/2010, 8:37 AM
@EdGross Good to hear, thanks! How long is it?
MatchesMalone
MatchesMalone - 8/11/2010, 8:48 AM
I will get this and force all of my non-geek friends to watch it with me.
EdGross
EdGross - 8/11/2010, 9:07 AM
markymarc, it's about 90 minutes or so. Learned a lot about DC -- especially the earlyl days -- that I didn't know. Also had the opportunity to speak to people like Dennis O'Neil and Len Wein, who shared their feelings about working for DC and the company's legacy.
GLFanboy
GLFanboy - 8/11/2010, 9:29 AM
@Ed I wanted to see this at comic con but I was too tired to stick around for it. You said it was a bit white washed on the Siegel/Shuster case but did they touch on it at all? And if so, did they even mention the current developments (not that I expected them to really) or was it just from the disputes that were "settled" during the late 70's? That was actually a concern I had about it.
Regardless, I'm really happy to hear that it was a good documentary! Really wishing I had made the time to see it.
Thank for posting this! And yesterday's interview!!
Angelus
Angelus - 8/11/2010, 9:54 AM
Awesome! Narrated by Green Lantern himself! A must have for any serious comicbook collector!!!!!!!

BMP!!!!
EdGross
EdGross - 8/11/2010, 9:59 AM
GLFanboy, nah, they don't get into the whole controversy, either the original or the current. I wish they had, but I still enjoyed the documentary.
markymarc
markymarc - 8/11/2010, 10:09 AM
@EdGross That's what I'm most looking forward to; learning stuff about DC that I didn't know!
SHAZAM171
SHAZAM171 - 8/11/2010, 10:18 AM
Shazam/Superman DC Showcase and this DVD. November is going to be an awesome month. Can't wait. LOL
blueorangeny
blueorangeny - 8/11/2010, 10:25 AM
Yea man, nice find.

I post a vid which I believe is promo for the dvd. This is going to be classic

GLFanboy
GLFanboy - 8/11/2010, 10:54 AM
@Ed Thanks for the info. I suspected as much. I guess a documentary intended to celebrate their history can't really be expected to be inwardly critical. Either way I can't wait to see this!!
EdGross
EdGross - 8/11/2010, 11:30 AM
I agree. Definitely a love letter to the company, but you know what? There's been a lot to love over the year despite whatever shortcomings there may be as well.
UncleDrew
UncleDrew - 8/11/2010, 11:34 AM
I love DC and this is just the cherry on top!!! Next stop JLA movie lol!!!
insertnamehere
insertnamehere - 8/11/2010, 12:39 PM
even though i'm a major Marvel fan i'll still want to watch this. Will this be at blockbuster?
gandalf550
gandalf550 - 8/11/2010, 1:20 PM
I'll be looking for it in stores.
dancingmonkey08
dancingmonkey08 - 8/11/2010, 1:32 PM
Narrated by a certain Ryan Reynolds? Cool
GLFanboy
GLFanboy - 8/11/2010, 1:46 PM
@Ed God, yes! I'm a DC through and through!
Denn1s
Denn1s - 8/11/2010, 1:53 PM
i want it...
connielingos
connielingos - 8/11/2010, 4:05 PM
Will this documentary ever mention how National/DC in the 50s took a significant part in the industry-wide self-regulation of the Comics Industry and establishment of the Comics Code Authority, that led to the closure of its competitors particularly EC Comics and all the other crime horror comics?
MarkCassidy
MarkCassidy - 8/11/2010, 5:09 PM
Must have it! I love DC. Hey Ed doe sit go into the Vertigo label at all?
MJPETTY7
MJPETTY7 - 8/11/2010, 6:04 PM
@deadpool72 What is wrong with Smallville?
EdGross
EdGross - 8/11/2010, 7:56 PM
RorMachine, I believe it does. I'm 90% positive that it does, but can't guarantee it.
CalendarMan
CalendarMan - 8/12/2010, 6:51 AM
this looks totally awesome. can't wait to pick this up. the more DC exposure the better....
ROMACK
ROMACK - 8/12/2010, 3:47 PM
Cool! This is a must buy!
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