Written by: Nikki Frakes, William Lawrence Hess
Stan Lee is probably the most well-known name in the modern comic book world. Name a Marvel comic, and odds are it has his fingerprints on it somewhere. Yet, although he's lived in the public eye, much of his own personal history has been documented in mostly anecdotal discussions. "With Great Power: The Stan Lee" attempts to set the story straight about this influential writer.
This documentary strikes an excellent balance between telling Stan Lee's personal story and tracing his creative history.
I wouldn't say that "With Great Power" is for hardcore fans only, but it would definitely help to have a passing knowledge of the Marvel universe. There are a few points wherein Stan Lee spends a lot of time explaining the process of creating several of his famous characters, which can be tricky to follow if you're unfamiliar with those characters.
This isn't an example of great filmmaking, but it is a project with a lot of heart. I think the directors did a great job of framing the life and work of one of America's under-appreciated creative minds.
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