Masterpiece: Frank Miller's The Dark Knight Returns
2013 · 78 min · ★ 7.0 · Documentary, History
This is the master-crafted work of the legendary writer and artist Frank Miller. The film encapsulates, and celebrates the stunning achievement of Batman: the Dark Knight Returns, galvanizing the reason why this story ushered in the modern take of the dark and brooding protector of Gotham. This is the journey of Frank Miller, seeking the freedom that some authors only dream of in a lifetime. Narrated by Malcolm McDowell.
Directed by Jeff Maynard · Written by Alexander Gray
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- M Mike Carlin Himself
- B Bob Goodman Himself
- K Klaus Janson Himself
- J Jeff Maynard Himself / Young Frank Miller
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Malcolm McDowell Narrator (voice) -
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Grant Morrison Himself -
Dennis O'Neil Himself -
Bruce Timm Himself -
Michael Uslan Himself -
Jenette Kahn Herself
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