Why saving comic book stores is important
The documentary Shopping for Superman shares the history—and influence—of those places selling comic books.
“See, first-hand, just how necessary support will be in keeping these shops open and available for future generations.”
We used to live in a world where it was normal to go to a local place and look at stuff you may want to buy. But with the rise of Internet shopping, that’s becoming rare. Local stores and physical media have have become endangered.
Now let’s talk about comics bookstores. The indie documentary Shopping For Superman talks about the history of these places—and their struggles to survive in the age of digital stores and digital media.
Shopping for Superman - Official Trailer
Shopping for Superman takes us through a 50-year journey.
The documentary is chock full of interviews with retailers and comic book pros. Revealing the origins of your local comics store. How the people are fighting to keep their doors open. And the influences these retailers have had on the comics getting published.
“Through the evolution of comics, bolstered by shop owners, local communities gained access to safe spaces for individuals having a crisis of identity, a place that promoted literacy and critical thinking in areas where those things are scarce,” notes the doc’s official description. “Audiences will see, first-hand, just how necessary their support will be in keeping these shops open and available for future generations.”
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The doc Shopping for Superman shares the history—and influence—of comic book stores. “See just how necessary support will be in keeping these shops open and available for future generations.”