Confessions of a Superhero

Confessions of a Superhero is a 2007 documentary film directed by Matthew Ogens about costumed superheroes on theHollywood Walk of Fame. The film focuses in particular on Christopher Dennis, Jennifer Wenger, Joseph McQueen, andMaxwell Allen, who dress as Superman, Wonder Woman, The Hulk, and Batman, respectively.

My feelings at the end of this movie was basically a pit in my stomach. I couldn't help feel sorry for these people who are trying to become Hollywood names, but day after day just dress up and wander around Hollywood Boulevard.

Superman, who described himself as "the historian of Superman and keeper of artifacts" really loves what he does. Interestingly, his girlfriend is a psychologist, and even she can't figure out what's wrong with him. Their apartment is plastered with Superman posters, paraphernalia hanging from the ceilings, every book shelf stacked with Superman comics and movies--I was surprised to see that his shower curtain was a beach scene. He really is the star of the movie, next to George Clooney look alike, Batman, with anger problems and alleged murders to his name. The Hulk, who dresses in a full costume and mask, was homeless for 4 years, and now just feels like a glorified pan handler. WonderWoman is a cute, cowgirl from Tennessee who is trying her best to make a living as an actress.

Overall, good movie, really strange subject matter...left me feeling slightly depressed.