On the eve of New York Comic Con again opening to hundreds of thousands of fans descending on the Javits Center in Manhattan, and hours before the world premiere of of Award-winning director Adam Schomer’s four-part limited documentary series Selling Superman, the film’s star and subject announces a powerful donation to The Hero Initiative!
Selling Superman is the powerful and emotional story of one man’s lifelong secret, his obsession with comic books and collecting, amassing over 300,000 comic books, alongside toys, cards and other other pop culture ephemera.
Darren Watts‘ life was changed forever when he uncovered a 40-year-old secret that his father had hidden—his father, who lived with Asperger’s (ASD), obsessive need to collect, amassing over 300,000 comic books. While the collection includes one of the most sought-after comics ever printed, a rare Superman #1 (graded 7.0) valued at over $3.5 million, the toll it took on the family was profound. The obsession overtook their home, fractured relationships, and created deep emotional scars. Selling Superman follows Darren and his long-time friend and comic book enthusiast Brian, as they traverse the convention and auction scene, confronted with the prospect of selling his father’s legacy while wading through the deep-seated emotional turmoil of his past.
In celebration of NYCC 2024, Darren Watts has generously donated an incredible CGC graded 9.6 copy of Captain America #103 from the coveted and proprietary Fantast Collection, comprising his father’s legacy will be donated to The Hero Initiative. This key issue features a stunning cover by Jack Kirby, and introduces Agent Sharon Carter by name for the first time.
The Hero Initiative creates a financial safety net for comic creators who may need emergency medical aid, financial support for essentials of life, and an avenue back into paying work. Since inception, the Hero Initiative has been fortunate enough to benefit creators with more than $1 million worth of much-needed aid, through contributions like this, and the support of comic book fans.
Upcoming Screenings and Special Events:
- Los Angeles, CA – November 3: Episodes 1-3 will be screened at The Landmark Westwood, with a director Q&A, and viewers will get free online access to Episode 4 on November 7.
- Detroit, MI – November 16: A 4-part marathon screening at Royal Oak Emagine, followed by a director Q&A.
- Special Online Screening – November 7: All episodes of “Selling Superman,” including bonus features and a Q&A, will be available online for a limited time.
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