Marvel's Behind the Mask
2021 · Movie · PG-13 · 64 min · ★ 7.1
This documentary explores how superhero identities connect with real life and why those stories matter to so many people. It looks at how familiar comic-book legends have reflected the world around us while also shaping how audiences see themselves.
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Streaming on Disney+.
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Details
- Years
- 2021
- Release date
- 2021-02-12
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG-13
- Runtime
- 64 min
- Max quality
- HD
- TMDB rating
- 7.1/10 (47 votes)
About
You may like this if you enjoy pop-culture documentaries about identity and fandom, especially if titles like Neil Gaiman: Dream Dangerously or Liberty: Mother of Exiles appeal to you; Not for you if you want a traditional superhero story.
Pros: thoughtful identity themes; accessible documentary style; strong Marvel nostalgia | Cons: light on depth; limited critical angle; niche appeal
Themes
- pop culture
Cast & crew
Joe Quesada
as Self
- PS
Peter Sanderson
as Self
Sana Amanat
as Self
- NK
Neal Kirby
as Self
Reginald Hudlin
as Self
Darryl 'DMC' McDaniels
as Self
- AN
Ann Nocenti
as Self
Roy Thomas
as Self
- JI
Jenny Blake Isabella
as Self
Larry Hama
as Self
Directed by Mike Jacobs