Superman vs. Hollywood Book Released
I drew the cover art for Superman vs. Hollywood, a trade paperback with a sub-title that explains more: “How Fiendish Producers, Devious Directors, and Warring Writers Grounded and American Icon.” Written by Jake Rossen, with a forward by Mark Millar, the book explores Superman’s adventures with movies and television: the successes, disasters, and those that never made it to the screen due to behind-the-scenes hi-jinx. Just released by Chicago’s Cappella Press, it’s getting positive reviews. If you’re interested in Supes or the fantasy and/or foibles of movie-making, pick it up through the Blue Moon Amazon Boutique.
Update (3/18/08)
There’s an initially skeptical and ultimately positive review of the book, Superman vs. Hollywood for which I provided the cover. Check it out. The review links to this post.
Further Update: I just received an email from the writer of the book, Jake Rossen, who’s provided a link to a web site he’s put up to keep tabs on all reviews and info. Read more at supermanvshollywood.com.
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Wow, that’s very exciting, I’ll have to find that book. I never believed that “horse accident” explanation anyhow.
Nice job. I’m curious, does the fact that Superman is in shadow have anything to do with legal issues regarding use of the “S” logo on his chest? I read once that the movie “Hollywoodland” almost had to show the Superman costume with a blank chest because Warner Brothers/DC Comics wouldn’t give them the rights to use it. Not sure if that’s true or just a rumor though.
Yes, it was a legal concern. My understanding is that the word “Superman” is fair game, but one can’t go near the logo, either spelled out or the “S” on the chest. The handful of layouts I did all had to imply Superman, while not showing him. I’ll post the sketches of the unused layouts here in the future if I get permission from the agency.